Month: September 2025

On 24th September 2025, Szczecin became the hub of intensive talks between Polish and Danish subcontractor in the offshore wind sector. 

The meeting, organised by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark in Warsaw and Danish Energy Export in cooperation with Wind Industry Hub, brought together representatives of companies from both countries. Among the participants were suppliers of components, installation vessels, navigation systems, as well as transport and logistics companies, ports, and service providers. The event took place at the Marriott Hotel and combined presentations with B2B “speed dating” session and networking opportunities. 

Our law firm was represented by Ewa Lewkowska-Dąbrowska and Bartosz Sierkowski. 

The event was an excellent opportunity to learn about the needs and offerings of Danish suppliers and Polish companies from the region – proximity to ports, infrastructure, and service capabilities facilitates the start of cooperation with short response times. Combined with local investments in turbine components (Vestas), a foundation is being built that can serve not only projects in Polish waters but also support exports to the Baltic and North Sea. 

Discussions with participants covered a wide range of important topics, including: 

• opportunities for cooperation between offshore sector companies,
• planned and ongoing investments,
• the future of large and small ports along the Polish coast. 

As a law firm supporting the offshore sector, we are pleased to have taken part in discussions about innovation, investment, and growth opportunities. We are confident that cooperation and mutual understanding between Polish and Danish companies will bring benefits in the form of sustainable and dynamic development of the offshore wind industry in the West Pomeranian Offshore Valley. 

We thank the organisers for this inspiring experience. Events like this provide an excellent platform for meaningful dialogue and for building new partnerships. We already look forward to the next meeting, which will continue this fruitful exchange.

 

We are delighted to announce that our law firm has joined the Scandinavian-Polish Chamber of Commerce (SPCC). On Wednesday, September 24th, Gosia Wojtysiak accepted the membership certificate on our behalf. It was also a great opportunity to meet other Chamber members and discuss Scandinavian-Polish business relations – from wind, water, and renewable energy to other areas of cooperation. 

The guests were welcomed by Sweden’s ambassador agrée Marta Quick and Daniel Larsson, Country Manager of Eolus Poland, who emphasized the importance of the energy transition and a localized energy mix. Poland has all the tools for a swift transformation – all that remains is the will and commitment to act. 

The very next day, we took part in the traditional Swedish Kräftskiva – the crayfish festival organized by the SPCC. The event gave us a chance to explore cooperation with Scandinavia from a local perspective. Our firm was represented by Gosia Wojtysiak and Bartek Sierkowski. 

We’re excited to be part of this dynamic community and look forward to many more inspiring meetings!

This year in Cannes, over 650 exhibitors showcased 700 vessels from around the world. 

Participation in the festival always holds special significance for our firm. For years, we have been supporting the yachting industry by offering legal advice on construction, sales, chartering, leasing, insurance, dispute resolution, vessel registration, as well as compliance and ESG. The Cannes Yachting Festival is an excellent opportunity to connect with manufacturers, dealers, and shipowners, explore new trends, and exchange experiences with both domestic and international partners. Attending the event allows us to better support our clients in both local and international markets. 

Our key observations: 

1. Slower industry growth – sales remain strong, especially in the catamaran and 10-20 meter yacht segments. However, noticeable slowing is driven by rising production costs, limited material availability, and global economic uncertainty linked to factors such as the war in Ukraine, U.S. trade policy, and tensions in the Middle East. 
2. Ecology as a megatrend – manufacturers are embracing sustainability by offering photovoltaic panels, hybrid propulsion, and lighter designs. Still, fully electric propulsion remains niche, and port infrastructure is not yet sufficiently developed. 
3. Catamarans leading the way – catamarans continue to gain popularity, combining comfort, space, and safety. 
4. The premium market is becoming increasingly competitive – major brands like Azimut, Sunseeker, and Ferretti are offering larger and more personalized vessels. 
5. Challenges – rising production costs, shortage of skilled workers, environmental regulations, macroeconomic uncertainty, and growing fiscal burdens all impact market development. 

Opportunities and growth directions in the sector: 

• Hybrid and solar technologies that can significantly reduce operating costs.
• Emerging markets such as the Middle East and Asia are gaining momentum; North America, despite trade policy, is also holding strong.
• Premium chartering and after-sales services are rapidly growing market segments.
• Yachting mobility is becoming a viable alternative to traditional real estate investments. 

Finally, it is worth highlighting that Poland remains a key player in the yacht market. Galeon Yachts, Sunreef Yachts, Moon Yacht, Northman Shipyard, Parker Poland, Virtue Yachts, and Wiszniewski Yachts all exhibited in Cannes, underscoring Poland’s growing role in premium yacht manufacturing. 

All the more reason why our presence next year is almost certain 😊