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Wroclaw at the European Economic Congress. 3M receives a unique title
During this year's European Economic Congress in Katowice, the winners of the prestigious “Investor Without Borders” competition were announced. One of them was 3M from Wroclaw. It was recognized for its courage and consistency in contributing to the development of a safe and competitive economy.
This year's European Economic Congress is taking place from April 23 to 25, 2025, at the International Congress Center and the Spodek Sports and Entertainment Hall in Katowice. During this event, awards are presented each year in the “Investor Without Borders” competition. Its aim is to promote exemplary relations between investors, the market and the administration – partnerships based on transparency, trust and responsibility, accompanied by economic efficiency in the implementation of investment strategies. This title is awarded to courageous Polish companies that are successfully expanding into other countries and to foreign investors who are investing their potential in Poland, contributing to positive changes in our country's economy and labor market.
In the 17th edition of this competition, in times of dynamic geopolitical and economic changes, we particularly appreciate those investors who, through their courage, consistency, and responsibility, contribute to building a secure and competitive economy. Their energy and vision are the foundation for development, and their successes show that even in difficult conditions, it is possible to set new standards and inspire others to act.
Wojciech Kuśpik, organizer of the European Economic Congress
3M among the best
The jury of the “Investor Without Borders” competition selected ten winners who are at the forefront of Polish companies investing in international markets and foreign entities developing the Polish economy. Particular recognition was given to companies that carried out bold investment projects in a complex geopolitical situation. Among them was 3M, a global manufacturing hub.
We have the largest factory in Europe and the second largest in the world in Poland. We are very well established in this market.
Piotr Skaldawski, Managing Director of 3M in Poland
Long established in Wroclaw
3M is one of the world's largest technology and manufacturing companies. During its 30 years in Poland, the company has invested over PLN 3 billion here. It employs over 3,000 people and offers around 10,000 products across five business groups. 3M's largest production center in the EMEA region is the SuperHub in Wroclaw.
The capital of Lower Silesia is also home to a Shared Services Center serving all 3M branches in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, as well as a modern Research and Development Center, where over 200 scientists develop new products. Wroclaw is also home to the 3M Innovation Center and Training Center, a 2,000 sq. m. laboratory where the company's products can be tested.
Giants awarded
Other winners of this year's “Investor Without Borders” award include Boeing, Budimex, ICEYE, eSky, Sandoz, Saint-Gobain, LipCo Foods, Microsoft, and Kulczyk Investments. The statuettes were presented to them during a gala ceremony crowning the first day of the European Economic Congress.