TRILUX has officially opened its new production and development plant in Swidnik near Lublin. The German market leader in professional lighting has invested some €32 million in the new plant to increase production capacity and its presence in Central and Eastern European markets, and to be even closer to customers. The opening ceremony was attended by some 250 guests, including employees, executives and representatives of the political and business world. The investment creates new economic development opportunities for the Lublin region and proves that Poland, despite the general economic slowdown in Europe, remains attractive to foreign investors.

NOYEN is a Polish family-owned company that is one of the few in the industry to offer comprehensive industrial cleaning solutions. Its portfolio includes not only cleaning machines and proprietary industrial chemicals, but also testing in its own laboratory, outsourced cleaning services and customer audits.

The Association of Entrepreneurs and Employers invites you to join the upcoming Economic Mission of Polish Companies to Lutsk, Rivne, and Kyiv, taking place from September 9-14, 2024. This mission aims to foster cooperation between Polish and Ukrainian businesses and establish new business connections.

The new edition of the "Creative" project is launching, aiming to support artists and creators in Lublin’s creative sector. Selected participants will benefit from a comprehensive promotion of their profiles and work through photography and film.

The city aims to create a unique space and is seeking a designer for the first phase of the Riverside Park construction near the Łąkowa estate. The centerpiece of the new park will be a grassy residential beach by the Bystrzyca River.

Robotic and cobotic laboratories will be established at the Transport and Communications School Complex, offering specialized training and courses. The city of Lublin has signed an agreement with the Polish Forum of Automation and Robotics to partner in establishing the Industry Skills Center (BCU) in the field of robotics. The project's value will exceed PLN 13.5 million.

We now have the number of tourists and visitors to Lublin for the first half of 2024. The city was visited by over 810,000 people, including 240,000 international guests. This marks the highest proportion of foreign visitors ever recorded in this period.

On July 16th, 2024, a significant bilateral meeting took place at the Lublin City Hall, located at Spokojna 2, between Dr. Krzysztof Żuk, Mayor of #Lublin, and His Excellency Sheikh Duaij Bin Hamad Bin Abdullah Al Khalifa of Bahrain.

New services are now available for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The northern part of the Szerokie district, almost the entire area of Sławinek and Sławin, as well as nearly the entire Jastków Municipality, are being equipped with devices to collect information on the location of these aircraft. The current locations of drones flying over Lublin can also be checked through a special application provided by the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PAŻP) called CoTuLata. These new solutions are being developed as part of the "Digital Services for UAVs" project.

"Green Networks" is the name of a project being implemented by the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin in collaboration with the Lublin City Council. On 28th June 2024, the first meeting took place, facilitating knowledge exchange between partners and planning further actions. This marks another collaboration between the city and the academic community to ensure sustainable development in Lublin.

Foodcom S.A.'s branch in Lublin has achieved impressive financial results! A global trading company, Foodcom S.A. has experienced significant growth at its Lublin branch. Within just one year, the branch has achieved a total turnover of 10 million euros. This not only represents satisfying growth but also serves as evidence of the effectiveness of the company's expansion.

All nine universities in Lublin have committed to collaborating to secure the title of European Capital of Culture 2029. On Thursday, June 20th, the rectors and the Mayor of Lublin signed letters of intent, affirming their dedication to continuing efforts that support the cultural contribution to the city's long-term development. This collective initiative strengthens Lublin's position in the competition and underscores the unity and strength of Lublin's academic community, speaking with one voice.

On June 12-13, 2024, the MAKING-CITY EU project concluded with an inspiring Innovation Camp event held at the Energy Barn - a modern, sustainably built facility near the Hanze EnTranCe Energy Expertise Center.

Energy efficiency and youth policy initiatives in Lublin have earned recognition in this year's edition of the "Innovative Local Government 2024" competition. The city took second and third place for its implemented projects.

The series of meetings "May with the Family Foundation" is slowly coming to an end. However, together with our partners – Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Lublin Business Club, GWLAW, and the Foundation of the Polish Academy of Sciences – we invite you to participate in the initiative where experts in economics, law, and management will answer questions about family foundations and support for family businesses.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the largest medical cluster in Poland - the Lublin Medicine Cluster. On this occasion, a jubilee Gala took place on Monday (March 18).

In 28 primary schools, high schools, and vocational schools across the Lublin region, a pilot program is set to launch, introducing innovative teaching methods under the banner of "Lublin – Educational Future of IT." This initiative stands as Poland's largest endeavour, blending creativity in implementing computer science curriculum with a focus on cybersecurity awareness and scientific inquiry. Partnering with the program in Lublin is CyberSkiller, a firm that has garnered honorary patronage from the National Research Institute NASK.

More frequent public transportation services, the purchase of 100 buses, including hydrogen and hybrid ones, express lines connecting the city, additional carriers at Lublin Station, as well as new electric bicycles, expansion, and modernization of bike paths and roads. Lublin City is introducing solutions to make getting around the city more efficient, regardless of the mode of transportation.

The first day of the 9th edition of the Check IT conference, held on March 5th, has drawn to a close. Once again, Check IT attracted participants from Lublin and across Poland, solidifying its status as one of the most significant free IT events for young technology enthusiasts. The day, themed "Inspiring Passion for IT," was packed with a diverse array of lectures and workshops tailored to students who are soon to make decisions about their future careers. The event was enhanced by the presence of artificial intelligence, which took on the role of the host and guided the proceedings.

The investment potential of Eastern Poland is on the rise, exemplified by Lublin's achievement of an overall score of 7.1/10 in this year's Business Environment Assessment Study (BEAS). The high ratings bestowed upon the city by investors stem from its status as one of Poland's leading academic centres, fostering the development of entrepreneurship and new technologies through incubators. Lublin consistently executes a strategy aimed at drawing companies from the IT sector and modern business services such as BPO/SSC. The burgeoning trend of nearshoring further propels the prospects for the city's dynamic development. Its strategic location near the borders with Ukraine and Belarus, coupled with robust transportation infrastructure, positions it as a pivotal logistics base for companies targeting Eastern European markets.