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Olivia Gastro Park. Through the stomach to the heart of the residents

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

The awarding of two restaurants from the Olivia Centre with the prestigious laurels of the Michelin culinary guide was widely publicized in the media all over the country.
The star, which is the highest distinction in the world of gastronomy, was won by the Arco by Paco Perez restaurant, and the Treinta y Tres restaurant won the Bib Gourmand distinction.
Both restaurants are located on the 33rd floor of Olivia Star and are run by internationally renowned chefs – the Spaniard Paco Perez and the Italian Antonio Arcieri.

 

However, managing gastronomy in a business center is a challenge that poses an even higher degree of challenge to managers on a daily basis than running a fine-dining restaurant.
Such restaurants provide the necessary prestige for such a place and are perfect for celebrating special celebrations, both corporate and private.
The key to culinary success in a business center where as many as 15 thousand people work.
The employees seem to be not only of high quality, but also diversity, allowing them to escape from everyday monotony and repetitiveness, which is why there are as many as 12 restaurants and smaller catering outlets operating in Olivia Centre.

 

At the heart of such a wide range of food and beverage products is the belief that its quality is one of the factors influencing the assessment of the workplace.
What’s more, good, quality nutrition and a varied diet are the basis of well-being and translate into work efficiency.
Certainly, providing this to 15,000 employees is not an easy challenge, but such a number of potential guests is a considerable market potential, and the example of Olivia Centre shows that it can be done well.

 

– We are fully aware that the vast majority of Olivia’s employees regularly use the offer of catering facilities that await in our centre, which is why this is one of the areas that we are trying to take care of.
Even if not on an ongoing basis, at least at the stage of selecting culinary concepts, we want to ensure the greatest possible variety and quality – says Maciej Kotarski from Olivia Centre.
– We are aware that tastes are very diverse, but they can also be changeable, which is why we try to ensure that the proposals available in Olivia allow us to provide interesting culinary options not only in terms of dishes, but also the forms and times of the day in which they are offered.
We have managed to provide original breakfast, lunch and evening concepts, as well as a variety of formulas: from casual bars, confectioneries and classic cafes to prestigious restaurants awarded by the Michelin guide.

 

 

 

The latest of the points that are available in Olivia is Zachcianki – a café combined with a bistro, where original breakfasts, lunches and desserts are offered.
As Ewa Kowalska, co-owner of Zachcianki, emphasizes , their offer is unique on the Tri-City market: Dishes are prepared on the spot, and cakes are baked in a workshop in Wrzeszcz.
We use simple, natural ingredients that everyone has at home, but what distinguishes us is that we show the full ingredients – so that the customer knows exactly what they are eating and we do not do it only for desserts, but we also show the full ingredients and nutritional values for savoury dishes.
This is an unusual approach on the Tri-City market for now, but we hope that this will change.
We wanted Wanting to be a place where you can slow down for a moment, take a breath and remind yourself that you have to take care of yourself, that you have to be kind to yourself.
That it is worth fulfilling your whims.
And we can see that it works well – despite the holidays, we have more and more guests.
They drop by for specifics, for a cake with coffee and for informal meetings.

 

Olivia offers such food outlets as KOKU sushi bar, Natka bistro, Starbucks, Lobster restaurant, Work Cafe Santander and Gorąco Polecam café combined with coworking space.
As Maciej Kotarski emphasizes, the variability of preferences requires the creation of a well-thought-out and diverse, but also flexible offer: In Olivia, the answer to this is the multitude of premises and the selection of proposals, which takes place already at the stage of signing their lease agreements.
After years of operation, we already have experience that allows us to predict what the reception of individual proposals may be, and we also make sure not to create internal competition that may affect the situation of our existing tenants.
Therefore, we would certainly not launch two sushi establishments or two pizzerias.

 

Olivia Centre sets the development of attractiveness for the inhabitants of the Tri-City and tourists 7 days a week and after 5.00 p.m. as one of its goals.
It is for this reason that attractions such as observation deck at 32 floors. Olivia Star, Olivia Garden or the conference and event center on the 34th floor of the tallest building in northern Poland.
Thanks to this, Olivia quickly became a destination for trips, a place where you can spend a Friday evening at a disco, shanty or jazz concert.
The largest Polish business centre already has theatre performances and concerts by such stars of the Polish scene as Krystyna Janda, Leszek Możdżer, Daria Zawiałow, Mrozu and Krzysztof Zalewski. Over 1700 events take place annually in Olivia , so it can be considered that Olivia has already become one of the most attractive places not only for work, but also for the cultural and entertainment life of the Tri-City. This is also confirmed by the award of the Marshal of the Pomeranian Voivodeship, awarded to Olivia on the occasion of the International Tourism Day for expanding the tourist offer of Pomerania with non-obvious projects at an exceptional level.
It is the only award that has been awarded to office buildings for the development of the tourist offer of a given region.

 

The new buildings of Olivia, the construction of which is already being prepared, will additionally increase the demand for services offered in Olivia, so it is possible that the proposals in this largest Polish business center will expand even more.
The most important thing, however, is that Olivia remains a friendly center, open to residents and guests from all over the world, not only during the center’s opening hours.

 

 

Automotive O! Summer on the Patio on August 28!

Posted on by Zosia Nadolska

If you are looking for an unforgettable experience and want to feel real emotions, then THIS Summer on the Patio is just for you!

 

What have we prepared for you?

 

1. F1 Simulator – Feel like a real rally driver! Do you dream of getting behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car and feeling the speed?
Now’s your chance!
The F1 simulator will allow you to experience the emotions that accompany real racers.
Test your skills, compete with your friends, discover your inner master of the wheel and win a prize!

 

2. Competitions and games – Test your dexterity and speed! There will be competitions and games waiting for you, in which you will be able to show your cleverness and reflexes.
Will your speed allow you to be a builder?
Show what you’re made of!

 

3. Exhibition of racing cars – See automotive legends! On our patio, you will have the opportunity to admire both classic and modern racing cars.
This is a unique opportunity to see up close machines that we only admire on screens on a daily basis.
Every automotive enthusiast will find something for themselves here!

 

4. Live music, ice cream and full chillout – Relax and have fun with us! The whole day will be made more pleasant by live music, to which you will be able to wave your foot and relax in a pleasant atmosphere.
There will also be delicious ice cream and other delicacies that will allow you to cool down on a summer day.

 

  It is not only a great opportunity to spend time outdoors with friends, but also a chance to experience something special.
The event on our patio is a combination of passion for motorization, good music and relaxation.  

On August 28, join us on the patio and feel the call of competition!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The first Summer on the Patio 2024 is behind us! This year in the ART style

Posted on by Asia Lewicka

ART IN ACTION!

 

Karol, Natalia and Lucjan are three extraordinary artists who introduced us to the world of art full of colors and creativity.

 

Creative workshops with artists were very popular among the residents. During this sunny noon, you could learn to draw, paint, let your imagination run wild and create various WORKS OF ART!

 

Not only art was in the spotlight – the event also featured the Olivia Football League 2023/2024 closing gala! Congratulations to the winners: EPAM, Arrow and Just Join IT, who took the highest places on the podium.

 

It is worth noting that the prizes for the best teams were prepared by the “Park On” association, which supports people with Parkinson’s disease. Thanks to their commitment and support, we were able to celebrate sports achievements in such a unique way.

 

We would like to thank all teams and players for their sportsmanship and keep our fingers crossed for further exciting matches in the upcoming season.

 

About! SUMMER: check out the proposals for kids

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

We will not write too much here. But… If you have children, you may be interested in day camps in Olivia. Here are some suggestions for July.

Treasures of the past. Day camps with Bricks 4 Kids

15-19.07 | Olivia Sky Club

1100 PLN

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Superheroes in action. Day camps with Bricks 4 Kids

22-26.07 | Olivia Sky Club

1100 PLN

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Space Day Camp with Mr. Robot

29.07-02.08 | Thinking Zone

PLN 750 for a Resident!

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A date with a recruiter – O4 coworking in Olivia Centre is becoming one of the most dynamically operating recruitment centres in Pomerania

Posted on by Asia Lewicka

Urban legends circulate about how recruiters use dating apps to find candidates. It turns out that dating recruiters actually takes place and for the benefit of both candidates and companies. O4 Coworking in Gdańsk has been organizing speed recruitment dates for 3 years now. The effects are surprising.

 

O4 Coworking residents are small and medium-sized companies for which time and effectiveness of reaching candidates are important. We have heard from many of them that it is difficult for them to recruit people for junior positions. That’s why we created a format we called Recruitment Speed Dating. In May, we organized the 7th edition of the project, which after a month from its end gives participants satisfaction from working in the companies they met at this event – says Martyna Czarnobaj-Borowska, creator and manager of this format.

 

What is speed dating recruiting? O4 Coworking invites specific Pomeranian universities to cooperate and recruits participants from among their students. At the same time, it includes companies that are looking for people for junior positions in the project. So far, 500 students and 100 employers have participated in the project. When applying for the project, students must justify why they want to take part in it, and the project itself is divided into several stages, which allow young adepts to prepare for interviews, and companies to recognize the best candidates for work. The first stage consists of workshops on competences that are useful at the stage of looking for a job and developing a career, as well as initial interviews aimed at checking the fit of candidates to the needs of companies. The magic happens at the next stage. Each participant meets with people representing the companies involved in the project. These conversations last 6 minutes and take place on a similar basis to “speed dating.”

Speed Dating at O4 coworking

 


This year, we took part in 2 editions of this project
 – says Bartosz Badzioch, director at PredictX, a company looking for young, creative employees as part of Recruitment Speed Dating. Within 3 hours, I had 20 recruitment interviews with young people who had been tested beforehand, open-minded and willing to work. I was able to get to know their motivations, and they had the opportunity to learn what we do at PredicX and how we work. In one morning, I collected 20 well-chosen CVs. I invited some of these people to further recruitment. In addition to recruitment benefits, participation in this project is also a valuable image-building activity.

 

Students who “dated” companies also did not hide their satisfaction with participation in the project. Weronika Paluch, a student of English Philology at the University of Gdańsk, appreciated the workshops preceding the meetings with recruiters. Most of the people I know from university have already had their first professional experience. We know that finding a job that we will fit in and grow in requires more than just responding to advertisements. That is why the workshops on communication and the use of LinkedIn in the job search process were very valuable to us. And the quick meetings with recruiters themselves are a developing experience. Even if they do not end with receiving an offer, they are a great opportunity to practice and learn about the mechanisms of modern recruitment – Weronika describes her experience.

Speed Dating at O4 coworking

 

The partner of the 7. edition of Speed Dating Recruitment was EF Education First, a world leader in language and intercultural education, as well as WSB Merito and the University of Gdańsk “We share a common goal with EF – to open the door to new growth opportunities. EF has been doing this in the field of language education for almost 60 years, offering language courses and learning trips around the world. We know from employers that knowledge of foreign languages is often a basic requirement for people starting their careers. That is why it is worth investing in proven solutions and that is why we are glad that EF was a partner of this edition of Speed Dating – sums up Martyna Czarnobaj-Borowska.

 

Olivia Centre is a hub in which over 200 companies are currently operating – emphasizes Bogusław Wieczorek, the representative of the Management Board of Olivia Centre. These are very different entities – from the most well-known global corporations such as Amazon, Bayer, Nike or thyssenkrupp to small and medium-sized enterprises concentrated in the O4 coworking space. It is our melting pot of creativity and it is where many initiatives are born, bringing added value to the entire community of Olivia residents. Speed Dating Recruitment is one of them, and the fact that its seventh edition has already taken place shows that the project brings tangible results. As the experience of previous editions shows, almost all participants have a good chance of finding a job, because the effectiveness of this form of recruitment is almost 70%.

About! SUMMER. We recommend you to play jerk!

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

We cordially invite you to join us in training to play jerk (it is the oldest Polish sport). You don’t need to have experience, fitness or equipment to join the Tri-City team – all you need is willingness! You will learn everything on the spot.

 

Trainings take place every Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. in Reagan Park (or in the Sports Hall at 30 Wąsowicza Street, when the weather does not allow for outdoor training).

 

The trainings are free and open to everyone.

 

More…

 

And that’s interesting!

 

Many mistakenly believe that jerk was created as a derivative of baseball, but it was the other way around! This sport was probably invented in the 16th century, during the reign of Sigismund III Vasa. At that time, it was a movement game, in which mainly representatives of the lower social classes participated.

 

The rules of the jerk game were passed down by word of mouth until the 1960s. of the last century. Then, in 1956, the Polish Palant Football Federation was established.

 

The rules of the game are very simple. The pitch is divided into “heaven” and “hell”. In “heaven” there is a player whose task is to toss the ball and bounce it with a stick at least beyond the starting line (to “hell”). After the bounce, he runs to the next bases, and if he runs through fourth base, he scores a point. The opposing team’s task is to throw the ball over the starting line as quickly as possible. “For several years, there has been no institution that would regulate the games, so we play according to the rules that I remember from my hometown of Działdowo,” adds the president of the Polish Palant Association.

Who is behind the training in the Tri-City? Tri-City Club of the game of jerk!

 



The Tri-City Palanta Club

 started its activity in 2015. Initially, the meetings of Tri-City jerks and jerks were integrative, and the organized trainings were a form of recreation bringing together the local community. Over the years, more and more people joined the Club, who found the old sports spirit in the game of jerk and who wanted to revive the traditional Polish discipline together.

 

2019 became a breakthrough year for the Tri-City Club, which for the first time entered its team to compete at the national level. The debutants of the competition took first place at the Polish Championships. From that moment, the Club began regular training aimed at improving sports predispositions, transforming its activities from a recreational form to a strictly sports one. Cyclical training and the commitment of the players contributed to further victories, and so in 2020 the Tri-City defended the Championship title. The dynamic development of the Club combined with numerous sports successes made us decide to formalize our activities.

 

 

And so, in May 2021, the club officially became the Polish Palant Association Club Tri-City – PSPal Trójmiasto, thus blazing further paths of development. The head of the Association as the President was Miłosz Dzenis, who has been with the Club from the very beginning. The members of the Management Board are Magdalena Westa, Roksana Spryszyńska, Karol Stańczyk and Arkadiusz Szyszka. Today, the Association has 27 members who actively work for the development of Palant as a sports discipline throughout Poland.

 

The association organizes cyclical trainings and nationwide sports tournaments, such as the Polish Cup on the beach and the Polish Cup on the grass. The team currently consists of about 70 players. By conducting open trainings and numerous activities to promote the jerk in the Tri-City community, every year he gains new members and supporters who are united by his passion for sport and tradition.

 

WELCOME!

 

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Safety Day in Olivia | The Great Safety Day is behind us!

Posted on by Zosia Nadolska

On 19 June, Safety Day II took place in Olivia – a unique event devoted to broadly understood safety. Participants had the opportunity to meet representatives of uniformed services, take part in demonstrations and expand their knowledge about various aspects of security.

 

The main attractions of the day:

  • Fire Brigade shows: Firefighters presented dynamic oil extinguishing, showing how dangerous it can be to extinguish grease with water and teaching proper techniques of dealing with fires. This point attracted the attention of many passers-by!
  • Crash and Rollover Simulators: The simulators allowed the participants to experience the effects of road accidents in controlled conditions. It was a great opportunity to understand how important it is to wear seat belts and obey road rules.
  • Forensic techniques: A police forensic technician demonstrated how evidence is collected at the scene of an incident or crime. Participants could see how forensic technicians work and what tools they use in their work.
  • Police Equipment: officers from the Road Traffic Department presented a marked police car and various devices used during everyday activities. It was a fascinating lesson for everyone, both young and old:)
  • First Aid Station: Demonstrations of first aid equipment were held on site. Participants were able to learn basic rescue procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). These skills can save someone’s life, which is why they were very popular.
  • Military Equipment Shows: There was also a stand with military equipment on site, where participants could see modern equipment and armament. It was a unique opportunity to take a close look at the technology used by the military and talk to experts about its applications.
  • Challenge Zone with City Fit:
    for lovers of physical activity, a special challenge zone was prepared run by City Fit, where participants could test their physical fitness

 

Of course, there was also great music and delicious food. DJ Van Klocek made the atmosphere more pleasant with great music tracks, and warm burgers straight from Zebra Burger and cooling ice cream from Icestands, as usual, were the success of the 🙂

WHAT AN EVENTFUL DAY! Thank you all for coming and see you next year:)

Photo: Maciej Roszkowski

Shiny Classic Meeting V6 | Olivia Classic

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

This has never happened in Olivia before! We invite you to a meeting of car enthusiasts from a bygone era! It won’t take long, so it’s all the more worth visiting Olivia at 7:00 p.m. to see and touch the automotive classics.

 

What will you be able to see up close?

  • The C Olivia car park will be used by cars whose production began before 1989.
  • Broadly understood “demoludes” – vehicles of our domestic production and those produced “behind the Iron Curtain”.
  • Cars that do not appear on the street on a daily basis. Unique, rare, exotic.

 

The meeting is an opportunity to “kick in the tire”, see cars up close that you don’t meet every day, you will also be able to talk to vehicle owners and, of course, take a few photos on social media.

 

Cars visiting the rallies are veterans of the roads, the owners do not think about burning rubber, shooting exhausts or other rude antics. However, they will be happy to talk about their passion, and who knows, maybe they will even let you sit behind the wheel?

 

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WELCOME! ADMISSION!

 

 

Arco with a Michelin Guide star, and Treinta y Tres with Bib Gourmand distinction!

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

The Michelin guide appeared in 1900 and today it is considered the most important culinary guide in the world. The Michelin star, on the other hand, is like an Oscar in the culinary world. For the first time in history, restaurants from Gdańsk have been included in this renowned publishing house! So far, Michelin awards have only been awarded to Warsaw, Poznań and Kraków. This time, it was our restaurants, Treinta Y Tres and Arco by Paco Perez, that enchanted the judges with amazing cuisine!

 

We are bursting with pride!

 



Arco by Paco Perez

 with a Michelin Star



Treinta y Tres

 with Bib Gourmand distinction

For the first time in history, restaurants from Gdańsk have been included in the renowned Michelin guide to the best culinary places in the world!

 

 

Both restaurants are located at 33. Olivia Star’s floor. Treinta y Tres serves mainly Spanish cuisine. The menu includes specialties such as colorful tapas, home-baked brioches, squid, octopus and tortillas. Arco is run by one of the most successful chefs in the world, Paco Pérez, who has been awarded 5 prestigious Michelin stars. Guests can choose from both an a’la carte menu and a tasting menu in two variants. Also noteworthy is the Bodega, which is a large “vineyard” of both restaurants. It includes 800 labels and over 3 thousand. bottles, including one unique one from 1940. Graham’s Porto was closed in 28 bottles. A bottle with the number 1 is available in the restaurant’s resources.

 

 

Arco by Paco Perez

Treinta Y Tres

About Michelin Stars

For lovers of refined flavors and unforgettable experiences, Michelin-starred restaurants are a must-see on the gastronomic map of the world. And for almost every chef, being included in the Michelin culinary guide is the pinnacle of professional aspirations. The French “gourmet bible” has been an oracle for those looking for the best restaurants in the world for decades. Even one Michelin star is a huge distinction. The award increases the prestige of the restaurant and the reputation of the chef and his team. Also a reason to be proud is the Bib Gourmand badge, the green “eco” clover, the fork and the very fact of being included in the guide.

 

Michelin stars are awarded in three categories:

  • 3 starsand – be sure to see,
  • 2 stars – worth visiting,
  • 1 star – noteworthy.

 

Restaurants are rated by anonymous food critics who do not announce their visits. Inspectors verify the quality of dishes, their taste and the way they are served. In this way, they check the skills of the cooks, they also assess the atmosphere of the place, as well as the value for money. Importantly, the stars are awarded only for one year. After this time, the restaurant is verified again. One star is awarded to restaurants that are “very good and noteworthy in their category”. Two stars mean that the place is “worth visiting for the quality of food and service”. Three stars are awarded to those unique establishments that “are worth a special trip”.

 

Michelin Guide UK

 

5 criteria for judging a Michelin inspector’s restaurant:

  • product quality,
  • mastering the taste and cooking techniques,
  • the chef’s personality represented in the culinary experience,
  • the value of experience in terms of quality and price,
  • consistency between inspectors’ visits.

 

About Bib Gourmand

The Michelin world does not end with stars. Since 1997, the guide has also awarded “good quality, good value cooking” restaurants. This means no more and no less good value for money. The restaurants that Michelin judges say best meet the criterion of high quality at an affordable price are now awarded the Bib Gourmand award.

Cutlery and clovers

Michelin also awards cutlery and clovers.

  • Cutlery is awarded to the climatic décor of the restaurant, the quality of service and amenities for customers or the atmosphere in the premises, the restaurant can receive a maximum of five cutlery.
  • The cloverleaf – the latest award used since 2020 – is awarded to restaurants that prepare dishes in a sustainable way, the award aims to promote the conscious use of natural resources.

 

 

 

 

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foodanddesign.pl

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horecatrends.pl

voida.pl

 

 

 

 

Viterra – the world leader in the cereal market – has opened its new offices in Olivia

Posted on by Katarzyna Halicka

Viterra – the world leader in the cereal market –

has opened its new offices in Olivia Centre. Viterra is present in 35 countries and operates in the most important global markets. It has occupied a representative office on the top floor of Olivia’s newest building – Olivia Prime B.

 

– A new Resident is always a great joy, especially since Gdańsk has been a historical centre of grain trade for hundreds of years, and Viterra Polska is a leader in the sale of not only cereals, but also oilseeds, legumes, sugar, rice, cotton, vegetable oils and biodiesel – emphasizes Maciej Kotarski from Olivia Centre. – Viterra handles 1.5 million tons of goods annually in ports, exports 2 million tons by land, and has ten of its own storage locations in Poland, elevators that allow it to store 350,000 tons of goods in Poland. tons and its own production of vegetable oils.

 

The office on the 14th floor of Olivia Prime B provides stunning panoramic views of the Bay of Gdańsk, the Gdynia cliffs in Orłowo, the marina in Sopot and the green Tri-City Landscape Park surrounding Olivia. The premises cover an area of over 1400 m. Kw. and a private terrace, located above the office, on the 15th floor, where lounge furniture, deckchairs and greenery have been prepared.

 

Viterra, as a company from the plant trade industry, perfectly fits Olivia Prime, whose interiors have been designed by
the architectural studio Design Anatomy
 in the spirit of biophilic design, combined with the power art trend: Olivia Prime is a unique building in every respect – says Maciej Kotarski. – We place great emphasis on the contact of its users with nature and natural materials. Extensive terraces, filled with vegetation, frequently appearing wood, as well as greenery suspended from the ceilings make an amazing impression in an ultra-modern office building. Olivia Prime is also very surprising with the interiors of the elevators, which are lined with fragrant natural wood, which provides an unparalleled experience for all guests of the facility. At the same time, the building is saturated with art. Murals in all halls, walls designed like paintings, screens in the main hall – vertical structures moving in many planes. The combination of the biophilic trend and power art allows us to meet two needs. The first is the harmony of the spirit and the sense of contact with nature through soft furniture, plants and natural materials in the spirit of biophilic design. The second is the need for strength and energy, providing users with a place that fills them with good energy. Entering work is supposed to make us smile, energize, make us feel a surge of power and want to act.

 

Olivia Prime is one of only 4 buildings in Poland with an all-glass triple-glazed façade, which provides the best possible lighting in autumn and winter. This helps to ensure better well-being of employees. In spring and summer, the triple-glazed façade prevents overheating and provides thermal comfort even on very sunny days, and in the winter and autumn months it allows much greater access to daylight, which is so important for humans.

 

Viterra is not the first company from the food industry to open its offices in Olivia Centre. Earlier, Paula Fish, which employs over 800 people, found its place in the largest Polish business center. It is not only one of the European leaders in the fish processing market, but also a pioneer in ecology and sustainable development. The main goal of the company’s development in the coming months is related to achieving climate neutrality, the use of environmentally sustainable fishing methods, as well as the most environmentally friendly fleet of vehicles used to transport their products.

 

Polish Agro is also one of the companies that cannot often be associated with modern business centers. The main profile of its activity focuses on the trade of fertilizers, plant protection products, as well as seeds and agricultural products. The company is part of the DAVA Agravis International A/S group. Its companies are among the leaders of the agricultural market in their countries and operate mainly in the Baltic Sea region.