Poland and the EIB

We supported Poland’s first satellite programme, making a significant contribution to strengthening shared European defence and security. Once operational, the two Earth observation satellites will deliver high-resolution imagery for both civilian and defence use.

We are a reliable partner in Poland’s energy transition, providing strategic financing for large-scale infrastructure projects, including offshore wind farms and energy grids, to foster sustainable development and advance climate action.

At a glance

The EIB provides finance and expertise for sound and sustainable investment projects in Poland.

Last year’s EIB Group activity in Poland by priority

(In € million, last updated at previous year end)

EIB activity in Poland by sector since start of operations

EIB stories in Poland

Individual stories speak far louder than figures and charts. Discover how our work improves the quality of life in Poland and beyond.

8 March 2025

Closing the gender gap: why financing equality pays off

Europe needs to tap all its talent to ensure women compete on a level playing field.

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7 March 2025

Security in every sector

Europe can best counter geopolitical threats by sticking to its values – even as it boosts investment in security, defence and a range of other sectors, experts at the EIB Forum said

Slovakia Italy Croatia Austria Spain Romania Ireland Germany Sweden Slovenia Lithuania Bulgaria Malta Finland Belgium Hungary Greece Denmark Luxembourg Cyprus Portugal Poland France Latvia Czechia Estonia European Union Security and defence Climate and environment Affordable and sustainable housing
23 January 2025

Track to the sea

PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe upgrades and electrifies a 90-kilometre railway line, boosting freight and passenger transport to Gdynia’s port and the region

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10 December 2024

Finally safe

When southwestern Poland faced a devastating flood, the Racibórz Dolny reservoir protected millions, showing the power of better flood protection

Flood protection Urban development Environment Water, wastewater management Poland European Union Climate and environment Social infrastructure
5 December 2024

President Calviño completes tour of 27 EU capitals

Over the past 12 months the president of the European Investment Bank Group, Nadia Calviño has travelled across the European Union, from Stockholm to Nicosia, Vilnius to Valletta, Madrid to Zagreb, listening to the views of finance ministers, prime ministers and presidents, engaging with partners, gaining insights into current projects financed by the European Union and giving shape to the EIB Group’s 8 strategic priorities.

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6 November 2024

Light leap

A Polish company wants to boost European innovation in everyday devices by developing its photonics technology and infrared detectors

Venture capital & equity Venture capital Poland European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation
27 June 2024

Poland and the EIB

We have worked in Poland since 1990, supporting companies and promoting employment throughout the country. Our finance investments in the city of Rzeszow will help to achieve climate neutrality and lower emissions, as well as contribute to modernising and implementing its sustainable development strategy. We also supported the government's response to the war in Ukraine with our solidarity package for cities and regions, which helps local authorities adapt infrastructure to the needs of Ukrainian refugees.

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4 June 2024

What the EU has done for us

With the European Parliament elections around the corner, many will ask what the European Union has done for us since the last election in 2019. Here are some of the highlights

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2 May 2024

EU delivers: Breast cancer diagnostic tool in Poland

Polish firm SDS Optic develops innovative diagnostics tool for HER2 breast cancer that provides results in less than one hour

SMEs Health and life sciences Poland European Union Digitalisation and technological innovation Social infrastructure
25 March 2024

Krakow: Climate and social projects for a sustainable and inclusive city

Krakow is becoming a green city with the support of the European Investment Bank. The second largest city in Poland has embarked on a journey to develop a sustainable, integrated, resilient and inclusive urban environment. The EIB financing is helping Krakow achieve climate neutrality and provide, at the same time, improved social infrastructure for a city committed to help Ukrainian refugees.

EIB support for Poland

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We improve the lives of citizens in the EU and beyond. We support small businesses, while enhancing climate action and innovation. We also focus on energy transition and urban sustainability. We create prosperity for all EU regions, so that they reach their full potential.

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The EIB economic survey of investments in Poland

The EIB, with the help of dozens of academics, practitioners and policymakers, surveyed 12,500 firms and 500 big cities across Europe to find out what is driving or holding back investment.

Discover the latest results