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15 June 2026
Online breakfast with BALAJCZA – „Coq au Vin, Bouillabaisse and Michelin – France on a Plate”
Thursday, 18 June 2026 8 am-9 am On 27 May, the nationwide Michelin Guide gala took place in Kraków. It was a historic event, as for the first time the Michelin selection covered the entire country, rather than only selected cities and regions. This is an excellent opportunity to talk…
5 June 2026RÖDL – Webinar ‘Phantom Carriers’
Fake carriers are a growing risk in road freight, causing significant losses for cargo owners, freight forwarders, and insurers. In this webinar, we compare how courts in Poland, Germany, the Czech Republic, and the Netherlands handle liability and insurance claims. Learn key differences and how to use them to your…
20 May 2026Investing in Poland 2026: free e-book on tax and legal regulations
Each year getsix® publishes a brochure compiling current tax and legal issues. We cover the most important changes and topics that shape the immediate business environment and have a direct impact on starting and running a business in Poland. The easy-to-read e-book format systematises and facilitates the access to strategic…
1 April 2026Hannover Messe 2026 – Support for Polish companies planning to expand abroad
During Hannover Messe 2026, I will serve as an expert at the Polish national stand organized by PARP. This stand offers a valuable opportunity for Polish companies considering international expansion – whether taking initial steps abroad or scaling existing operations. Visitors can use this space to discuss practical aspects of market…
5 November 2025Pop Up Influence – Cannes Film Festival 2026
After success of previous editions in Paris and Cannes, Pop Up Influence has established itself as a premier meeting point for fashion and beauty brands, international influencers, journalists, and celebrities. The 7th edition will take place from 13–22 May 2026, during the 79th Cannes Film Festival, in a stunning art…
Webinar JDP_How to effectively perform the construction contract – dispute avoidance in Poland
We encourage you to read an announcement from JDP: pdf
27 October 2025LIVING AND WORKING WITHOUT BORDERS” (ŻYCIE I PRACA BEZ GRANIC)
10 October 2025Warehouse rental, Rzgów near Łódź
WAREHOUSE RENTAL - DETAILED INFORMATION
15 September 2025Announcement – Bucher Unipektin
Dear Sirs, Bucher Unipektin Sp. z o.o. is a dynamically developing company with over twenty years of experience in engineering, production and assembly. Since 2023, we have been part of the Swiss group Bucher Industries AG, and one of the Company's tasks is to provide production support to the division.…
22 July 2025CRIDO’s webinar on WHT
We kindly invite you to take part in CRIDO's webinar that will take place on July 29, 11:00 - 12:00. Details: https://crido.pl/en/events/webinar-official-wht-guidelines-on-beneficial-owner-game-changer-or-nihil-novi/
2 July 2025Investing in Poland 2025: free e-book on tax and legal regulations
Each year getsix® publishes a brochure compiling current tax and legal issues. We cover the most important changes and topics that shape the immediate business environment and have a direct impact on starting and running a business in Poland. The easy-to-read e-book format systematises and facilitates the access to strategic…
22 May 2025PRESS RELEASE – We are now Avenga
Qinshift and Avenga unite under one brand, strengthening global capabilities in AI, custom software development, and enterprise technology. Prague, May 19, 2025. We are proud to announce that starting today, the global technology firms Qinshift and Avenga are operating as one company under a unified brand: Avenga. Today, we unveil…
5 May 2025Pay Transparency Directive – breakfast with the JDP Employment Team
Date: 13 May 2025 Time: 10:00–12:00 Location: Garden Lounge, 17 Bonifraterska st., 3rd floor ---------------- WATCH THE INVITATION VIDEO HERE REGISTER HERE Agenda During the event experts from JDP Employment Team will talk about: how to recruit properly, how to structure salaries, what is equal work and work of equal…
25 March 2025Family Foundation: The Secret to Multi-Generational Success – Lessons from Western Europe
Is the Polish family foundation a modern and effective succession tool that can secure wealth for generations? Or is it a legal construct fraught with risks, requiring a well-thought-out strategy? How can family members’ roles in a business be best defined to prevent conflicts and ensure continued growth? What solutions…
3 March 2025Polish GDP in 2025 compared to the global economy & Withholding Tax (WHT) – articles from getsix®
Polish GDP in 2025 compared to the global economy – World Bank Report Forecasts in the World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects report indicate that the Polish economy is expected to grow by 3.4% in 2025. Although this growth rate has been revised downward compared to previous forecasts (3.7%), Poland remains…
11 October 2024Challenges in Cross-Border Employment Models – from Assignments to Long-Term Deployments,
I would like to warmly invite you to our half-day conference on "Challenges in Cross-Border Employment Models - from Assignments to Long-Term Deployments,” which will take place on November 5, 2024, from 2:00 PM at Expertsuisse in Zurich. What can you expect? We will delve into the following topics: - Residence…
24 June 2024Don’t miss the oportunisty to take advantage of a free office lease agreement review with expert advice!
Did you know you don't have to wait until the end of your office lease to find out if: The lease terms are beneficial and tailored to your current business needs There are areas that can be optimized to save costs You can renegotiate the existing lease right now Take…
6 June 2024Invitation “Connecting People – Future Leadership, Recruitment and Workplaces”
You are warmly invited to register by clicking on the link below: REGISTRATION. Please register as soon as possible due to the limited number of seats. Here you can find the latest AGENDA. Please note that this is an English-speaking event due to the foreign guests.
10 May 2024Zimmer Biomet opens Central & Eastern Europe Innovation Hub to meet rising demand for robotics and technology
(Warsaw, Poland) May 6, 2024— Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZBH), a global medical technology leader with a comprehensive portfolio designed to maximize mobility and improve health, has opened a new Innovation Hub in Warsaw, Poland, to showcase its advanced technologies, surgical robotics and implants. “The ZB Innovation…
25 April 2024Investing in Poland 2024: free e-book on tax and legal regulations
Each year getsix® publishes a brochure compiling current tax and legal issues. We cover the most important changes and topics that shape the immediate business environment and have a direct impact on starting and running a business in Poland. The easy-to-read e-book format systematises and facilitates the access to strategic…
29 January 2024Poland’s Recovery Plan
We encourage you to read a guide to Poland's Recovery Plan, prepared by JDP. English version German version
26 September 2023Special offers – Polonia Palace Hotel
22 September 2023How to implement successfully mandatory e-invocing in Poland
We would like to encourage you to register to Crido's webinar! DETAILS
21 September 2023Civil proceedings before Polish courts – key information – JDP webinar
6 September 2023EMS 4.0 Tour
The "EMS 4.0 Tour" is dedicated to industrial companies, with the aim of sharing knowledge on the subject of effective energy management. Endress+Hauser will organize seven events. Schedule: 20.09 - Lublin – Register 21.09 - Żyrardów – Register 10.10 - Słupsk – Register 13.10 - Poznań – Register 23.10 -…
2 August 2023Investing in Poland 2022: free e-book on tax and legal regulations
Each year getsix® publishes a brochure compiling current tax and legal issues. We cover the most important changes and topics that shape the immediate business environment and have a direct impact on starting and running a business in Poland. The easy-to-read e-book format systematises and facilitates the access to strategic…
24 July 2023New project for the Chamber’s companies!
Ladies and Gentlemen, A few years ago we had the pleasure of conducting a training project "ALL SPICE Sales Academy" at your place. From what we remember, your opinion was positive. After years of intensive development of investments in the development of new areas, especially regarding the current global situation…
PATH Family Office (Suisse) SA12 July 2023A historic event, the testimony to the deep and lasting ties between Poland and Switzerland
On May 26, in the historic concert hall in Vevey, Switzerland, an event celebrating the 110th anniversary of the legendary meeting between Ignacy Jan Paderewski and Camille Saint-Saëns took place, when two outstanding virtuosos of that period met in the same place to perform together, on two piano pieces composed…
17 April 2023Invitation for JDP webinar | Preparing and pursuing claims related to the project performance
28 November 2022New Year’s Eve in Hotel Marriott
We encourage you to check the offers from Hotel Marriott. OFFER 1 OFFER 2
15 November 2022Report: The Adecco Group: Global Workforce of The Future Report 2022
We are pleased to present the results of the latest research conducted by The Adecco Group: Global Workforce of The Future Report 2022. Press release Report: Global Worforce of the Future 2022
14 October 2022Iconic Polonia Palace Hotel Earned the European Hotel Award « Heritage Hotel of the Year 2022 »
Considered one of the most anticipated awards in the European hotel industry calendar, the European Hotel Awards are recognized as the leading hospitality accolades, acknowledging the top notch in hospitality experiences across Europe. The landmarks of the European Hotels Awards are based on individual or collective human qualities, confirmed professionalism…
21 September 2022PwC: Import duty and competitive advantage (webinar)
We cordially invite you to a webinar which will be organized by PwC Import duty and competitive advantage on October 4, 2022 at: 10:00 - 11:00 Polish version 11:10 - 12:10 English version More information is to be found in the invitation.
4 August 2022PwC – webinar on carbon tax
The new Carbon Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulations are expected to take effect as early as 1st January 2023. CBAM is to be applied to high-carbon products imported into the European Union. The purpose of the tax is to reduce the import of greenhouse gases in goods produced outside the EU…
27 July 2022Investing in Poland 2022: free e-book on tax and legal regulations
Each year getsix® publishes a brochure compiling current tax and legal issues. We cover the most important changes and topics that shape the immediate business environment and have a direct impact on starting and running a business in Poland. The easy-to-read e-book format systematises and facilitates the access to strategic…
21 April 2022CRIDO advised on two transactions
CRIDO advised on the sale of 100 percent of Aura Medic Południe shares CRIDO acted as Corporate Finance advisors to the Owners of Aura Medic Południe sp. z o.o., which owns two magnetic resonance diagnostic centres – in Stalowa Wola and Radomsko. Two magnetic resonance diagnostic centres (in Stalowa Wola…
15 April 2022SWISS operates twice a week between Gdansk and Zurich
Discover Switzerland and the world with the new direct SWISS flight from Gdansk. From 3 April 2022, SWISS operates twice a week between Gdansk and Zurich. It is worth mentioning the newly introduced SWISS Premium Economy seats on long-haul destinations available also from Gdansk via Zurich: Miami, San Francisco and…
17 March 2022CRIDO advised on bringing in a strategic investor for Alfa Brokers
CRIDO acted as a corporate finance and legal advisor on Alfa Brokers Sp. z o.o.’s deal with a strategic investor. Alfa Brokers is set to strengthen its position in the insurance brokerage market thanks to its new strategic partner - RENOMIA Gallagher. Alfa Brokers has reached another milestone in growing…
9 March 2022Hoogells launches real estate practice and expands team
Hoogells is once again expanding its practice in recent times – this time with the real estate & finance practice. Jakub Mosoń, previously Head of Legal Department and Group Compliance Manager at a leading international real estate development company, has been appointed its head. "The growth of the Real Estate…
23 February 2022CRIDO has advised on the acquisition of a company from industrial automation sector
CRIDO has advised on the acquisition of Rolling-Robotics by the Belgian company VMA N.V., part of the CFE Group. CRIDO's services included, in particular, conducting due diligence and transaction advisory services. Rolling-Robotics operates in the industrial automation industry and developes software for the automotive industry. Its solutions are used by…
3 November 2021Polish Deal – webinar invitation
Register now Learn more Part I: 17 November 2021, 11:00-14:00 Part II: 18 November 2021, 11:00-13:20 We are pleased to invite you to the second edition of the webinar "Polish Deal and the tax changes it brings", during which KPMG experts will discuss the key provisions introduced through the latest…
26 October 2021We encourage you to read an announcement from PwC about the"ESG Leader" award! PDF
13 October 2021Assumptions to the act on the whistleblower protection | Alert JDP
On Monday 4 October 20221, the assumptions to the draft act on the protection of persons who report breaches, the so-called whistleblowers, were published. The regulations are to be adopted by 17 December 2021, which means that companies should be already gearing up for putting required procedures in place. In…
24 September 2021Batmaid.pl already operates in Warsaw
From September 2021 Batmaid is working in Warsaw. Please visit www.batmaid.pl and book your first house cleaning today. Especially for members and friends of the Polish-Swiss Chamber of Commerce we have prepared a discount of 50 zł for your first cleaning. While making a booking please enter "Izba" in the…
20 September 2021Hoogells Law Office expands its public procurement law practice
Michał Wojciechowski, attorney-at-law, in September, 2021, joined the Hoogells Law Office team to take on the position of Head of Public Procurement. Michał Wojciechowski is an expert in the field of domestic and EU public procurement law. He has extensive experience in representing clients (both private as well as public)…
8 September 2021CRIDO developing M&A practice
On September 1, 2021, Przemysław Furmaga, who will be the partner responsible for the M&A practice, has joined CRIDO Legal. He brings with him Aleksandra Czarnecka and Andrzej Dunikowski, who will hold senior associate positions. Przemysław Furmaga will be responsible for developing the legal advisory practice in the area of…
4 August 2021Investing in Poland – Free e-book on tax and legal regulations
Every year getsix® Group prepares for you a brochure that summarizes most up to date legal, tax and HR regulations for companies in Poland. The brochure will help you navigate through the maze of current regulations and changes in the law and systematize the most important information from an entrepreneur's…
23 July 2021AIDAN DEMPSEY APPOINTED AS GENERAL MANAGER FOR THE HOTEL BRISTOL, WARSAW, POLAND
The legendary Hotel Bristol, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Warsaw has welcomed Aidan Dempsey as the new General Manager. With over twenty years in the hospitality industry and considerable exposure to luxury & boutique hotel brands, Aidan brings an impressive resume of experience to Hotel Bristol, Warsaw. He comes to Poland…
15 July 2021mBank: win PLN 100,000 for a digital revolution in your company!
mBank has launched the second edition of the Digital Revolutions contest to find interesting ideas for an e-business and help implement them. The participants can win eight prizes worth a total of PLN 300,000. This year, Maciej Filipkowski, an experienced manager and businessman who hosts the “Zaprojektuj Swoje Życie” (“Design…
14 June 20216 Months into Applying New Income Tax Regulations
Thee fourth edition of the annual KPMG conference, entitled “6 Months into Applying New Income Tax Regulations” will be held online. All the lectures will be given in Polish, with simultaneous interpretation into the English provided. The Conference’s media partner is Dziennik Gazeta Prawna. The focus of the event will…
10 June 2021Hoogells Law Office expands its infrastructure practice / New Head of infrastructure at Hoogells Law Office
Hoogells, in response to the needs of our Clients and the market, is expanding its infrastructure team. On June 1, 2021, Bolesław Szyłkajtis joined the team of Law Office lawyers as Head of Infrastructure. Bolesław Szyłkajtis specializes in litigation, arbitration and general legal counsel relating to construction investments, including infrastructure.…
21 May 2021Business News by Hoogells – Hoogells Oleksiewicz Law Office newsletter
We are happy to inform that starting in May, 2021, the Hoogells Law Office will make a newsletter available to our Clients – Business News by Hoogells. We would like to share with you, on an on-going basis, legal and business content. We are aware of difficulties arising from the…
30 March 2021Brugg – Virtual Gala Show
Dear valued business partners We as BRUGG Pipes and part of the BRUGG GROUP have reason to celebrate. What began in Brugg in 1896 has come a long way - a story full of new discoveries, courage, and daring. We carry this spirit within us. It drives us, makes…
26 March 2021Hotel Marriott Warsaw – Takeaway Easter Offer
We encourage you to check the offer from Hotel Marriott:
8 March 2021Gottlieber: Spread joy this Easter with a gift of Swiss chocolate
Dear connoisseurs of Swiss chocolate, Easter is very nearly upon us. This is the perfect occasion to bring a smile to the face of colleagues, customers and partners. An Easter greeting delivered to the home office, a thank-you to loyal customers and partners: with the Gottlieber Hüppen, you simply cannot go…
3 March 2021Online training – labor law
On March 23, 2021 at 11.00 our Law Firm Sadkowski & Partners organizes a 5-hour on-line training, titled "Labor law 2020/2021 - news, key changes, the latest judicial rulings and proven recommendations - a practical course for managerial staff and HR departments". The training is paid and directed it to…
12 February 2021Workshops with PASJA – “Sport for Business”
We encourage you to read a workshops offer from PASJA Grupa Dobrych Trenerów (PDF file available in Polish only).
12 January 2021Invitation – 11th KPMG Tax and Accounting Congress
11th KPMG Tax and Accounting Congress Business Reimagined The 2021 KPMG Tax and Accounting Congress will be held on 20-21 January. The global pandemic has redefined the business environment we operate in and forced many businesses to re-engineer their organizational and strategic orientation. It also impacted the way we contact…
23 November 2020PwC’s 10th Family Business Survey: we want to hear from you!
We are delighted to invite the family businesses’ representatives to participate in the 10th Family Business Survey, PwC’s leading global study. You can take part in this survey by clicking on the link below (the survey will take approximately 15 minutes of your time): https://survey5.cobalt-sky.com/mrIWeb/mrIWeb.dll Filling the survey allows to…
2 November 2020IoT Security Cookbook: Part 3. Nutshell Hardening
WHEN: 19.11.2020, 2 pm CEST INFO: visit the event website ARE YOU AFRAID OF ACTIVE AND PASSIVE ATTACKS ON YOUR IOT DEVICES? In the 3rd part of the IoT Security webinar, we'll cover the topics related to hardening the shell of IoT device – our proverbial nut – against attempts…
20 October 2020A revolution in reporting obligations for VAT purposes
Dear All, attached you can find the tax alert „A revolution in reporting obligations for VAT purposes”. As of October 1st 2020, a new structure of JPK_VAT file came into force. It involves a wide range of changes in VAT reporting. Therefore, we request you to have a look at…
19 October 2020PwC webcast on trends in cybersecurity in Central and Eastern Europe
Dear Sirs, Please join our panelists for a PwC webcast on trends in cybersecurity in Central and Eastern Europe. The webcast will take place on Wednesday 21 October at 10:00-11:00 CET. Attendance is by invitation only. Please click below to register your interest. We will send an invitation with joining…
13 October 2020Vitra Summit 2020
This year has radically changed our perception of space: We started avoiding places we share with strangers or any environment that could subject us to chance encounters. We were ordered to remain in our homes by governments worldwide. Companies were forced into the mass experiment of remote working. Our homes…
1 October 2020GESSEL – transactions
We enourage you to read about the latest transactions made by Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.: https://gessel.pl/en/news/gessel-advises-mezzanine-management-on-exit-from-mbl/ https://gessel.pl/en/news/gessel-advises-oex-s-a-on-its-investment-in-ipos-s-a/
24 September 2020Natek – Webinar
From an on-site manager to a remote leader How has IT project management changed in the current climate? We are glad to show you an on-demand webinar focusing on managing teams and projects in the new, virtual reality. The speakers - IT Project Manager Michał czub and Service Operations Manager…
Natek – Webinar
From an on-site manager to a remote leaderHow has IT project management changed in the current climate? We are glad to show you an on-demand webinar focusing on managing teams and projects in the new, virtual reality. The speakers - IT Project Manager Michał czub and Service Operations Manager Martin…
21 September 2020Announcement from Mamaison Hotel
An exclusive conference space in the heart of Warsaw. Organize a conference in a boutique style at Mamaison Hotel Le Regina! reservations.leregina@mamaison.com +48 22 531 60 00 #mamaisonlereginawarsaw #mamaisonhotels #cpihotels #boutiquehotel #conference #autumnconference #WarsawHotels
Mamaison Hotels & Residences WarsawAnnouncement from Mamaison Hotel
An exclusive conference space in the heart of Warsaw. Organize a conference in a boutique style at Mamaison Hotel Le Regina! reservations.leregina@mamaison.com +48 22 531 60 00 #mamaisonlereginawarsaw #mamaisonhotels #cpihotels #boutiquehotel #conference #autumnconference #WarsawHotels
15 September 2020BUSINESS INSIDER Global Trends Festival
On behalf of Ringier Axel Springer Polska we would like to invite you to the Business Insider Global Trends Festival that will be held on 19-23 October. This is the first 100% online global conference to take place in four geographical zones. There will be The Global Stage and three…
7 September 2020Announcement from Swiss International Air Lines
SWISS is aware that you may have questions surrounding your next journey and might be wondering how you can best prepare for it. The new short SWISS hygiene film gives you an overview of the most important things you should take note of on your next flight. We hope to…
Announcement from Swiss International Air Lines
SWISS is aware that you may have questions surrounding your next journey and might be wondering how you can best prepare for it. The new short SWISS hygiene film gives you an overview of the most important things you should take note of on your next flight.We hope to welcome…
14 August 2020Swiss Business Directory 2021/22
We announce with pleasure that we have started working on Swiss Business Directory 2021/22 catalogue in which we will present the member companies of the Polish-Swiss Chamber of Commerce. The catalogue is published every two years and includes texts contributed by the Swiss Embassy and the Swiss Business Hub Central Europe. Swiss…
4 August 2020GESSEL distinguished in the Rzeczpospolita ranking
27 July saw the official announcement of the results of what is the 18th ranking of law firms compiled by the Rzeczpospolita daily. We are proud to announce that GESSEL has received an award in the Pro Bono category and GESSEL website devoted to the legal aspects of coronavirus has…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.GESSEL distinguished in the Rzeczpospolita ranking
27 July saw the official announcement of the results of what is the 18th ranking of law firms compiled by the Rzeczpospolita daily. We are proud to announce that GESSEL has received an award in the Pro Bono category and GESSEL website devoted to the legal aspects of coronavirus has…
7 July 2020Firms are cutting costs and halting investments but keeping their workers
The Polish-Swiss Chamber of Commerce together with other bilateral chambers in the International Group of Chambers of Commerce (IGCC) carried out a survey among Polish and foreign firms concerning the impact of Covid-19 on business activity in Poland. Fieldwork was conducted between 10 and 24 June. Results were compared with…
25 June 2020Tax Compliance in Poland
For years we have been observing the growing complexity and variability of the Polish tax regulations that is followed by alarming penal-fiscal consequences. We hear it also from you. That is why we have organised a survey on a group of 32 member companies to show the reality that companies…
10 June 2020Current entry restrictions in Switzerland
Ladies and Gentlemen, we encourage you to read the attached current entry restrictions in Switzerland to control the spread of COVID-19 : http://www.taacsolutions.pl/en/current-entry-restrictions-in-switzerland-of-measures-to-control-the-spread-of-covid-19-coronavirus-and-to-protect-the-population-in-switzerland/
Compendium of knowledge9 June 2020Coronavirus- support for companies
Dear Members, We encourage you to take a look at our Calendar. Due to the fact that we cannot meet at the moment, we are organizing webinars on the topics important to you in these uncertain times. We have organized the following webinars so far: - Update on new…
JDP Law Firm4 June 2020Webinar on practical aspects of Polish contract and company law
Webinar on practical aspects of Polish contract and company law to be held on 4 June 2020 (in German) The webinar is addressed to German-speaking business, including companies, operating in Poland as well as board members and in-house lawyers of Polish companies affected by the crisis. The subject of the…
2 June 2020Results of the survey “Resumption of air connections – how important is it for your company?”
Dear Members,Thank you very much for participating in the survey. The same study was carried out by the chambers of France, Germany, Israel, Italy, the Netherlands and the Scandinavian countries, with the support of other bilateral chambers. We present accurate results provided by the members of Swisschamber and Advantage Austria.The results…
1 June 2020#UwolnijZłomka – free access to online education for the most needy
Since March 2020, Poland has switched to remote working and learning. Unfortunately, in this situation there is a huge number of children digitally excluded due to the lack of appropriate equipment. There is a shortage of about 250-500 thousand computer sets across the country. There is also a lack of…
Kacprzak Law Firm25 May 2020Anti-Crisis Shield 3.0
On May 18th 2020 entered into force the Act of May 14, 2020 amending certain acts in the field of protective measures in connection with the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus (Journal of Laws 2020, item. 875), which provides for further forms of legal regulations and support mechanisms in order…
18 May 2020Stay at the Warsaw Marriott Hotel
Finally we can invite you! Book your stay with breakfast and dinner in one of our exclusive apartments with unforgettable view for Warsaw.The package includes: 1 night stay with breakfast in Corner Junior Suite with a view for Warsaw Welcome gift with glass of sparkling wine for 2 people Dinner…
KMPG13 May 2020Webcast “New VAT JPK from July 2020”
We invite you to join free webcast "New VAT JPK from July 2020" that will take place on 15.05.2020, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM.REGISTRATIONWe also encourage you to read the magazine CITPoint Magazine (available only in Polish).
12 May 2020How to deploy Power BI in mid-size and big organizations
Our member- Sii Sp. z o.o. - is organizing a webinar on Wednesday, 27.05. on deploying Power BI in mid-size and big organizations. Please click the following link in order to register and see detailed information:https://siipolska.clickmeeting.pl/how-to-deploy-power-bi-in-mid-size-and-big-organizations/registerMoreover, Sii has prepared a free report on situation with Covid-19 in all parts of…
Beneficial Owner Register30 April 2020Registering your UBO
Don’t overlook registering your UBOThe new Polish Ultimate Beneficial Owner Register The ultimate beneficial owner (UBO) registration is required from 13 October 2019. However, due to COVID-19 outbreak, for the existing entities (in case of their first UBO registration), the deadline to complete the registration has been further postponed until…
27 April 2020Webinar: New instruments to boost financial liquidity of Polish companies – the 20 bln EUR Financial Shield and amendment to the Anti-Crisis Shield
Dear Sirs and Madams, In the last couple of weeks, Polish government announced new instruments aimed at supporting Polish business i.a. presented a package worth over 20 bln EUR to boost liquidity of companies suffering liquidity problems due to COVID-19. Moreover, the amendment to the Anti-Crisis Shield was introduced. …
20 April 2020Half a Million for Hospitals from SWISS KRONO
SWISS KRONO, a manufacturer of wood-based panels and other wood-based products located in Żary, has assigned 500,000 złoty (PLN) to help hospitals in the Lubuskie Voivodeship fight the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. These funds will be appropriated for the purchase of furnishings, medical equipment and personal protective equipment for hospital staff. The…
KMPG17 April 2020How to Run Business in a World of COVID-19
Dear All, KPMG in Poland supports companies during the crisis caused by the SARS CoV-2 pandemic (COVID-19) by preparing publications and factual materials that help to manage the business in the current market situation. The dedicated page home.kpmg/pl/COVID-19 has been created, it aggregates all available materials prepared by KPMG experts.…
10 April 2020Coronavirus and business
Ladies and Gentlemen, We are witness to an extremely rapid leigslative process, justified by extrardinary circumstances in the country and across the world The outbreak of SARS-Cov-2 coronavirus is an unprecedented issue which all enterpreneurs have to struggle with. The course of event is extremely dynamic and companies face a…
Kacprzak Law Firm6 April 2020Anti-crisis Shield
On March 31, 2020 entered into force the acts of law, which create the "Anti-crisis shield", whose aim is to mitigate the effects of the economic crisis in Poland caused by the coronavirus epidemic, enabling entrepreneurs, who will the most suffer from the epidemic to continue its business activity, the…
JDP Law Firm3 April 2020Representation of capital companies in a time of crisis
In the face of the epidemic hazard and restrictions of the movement of people, a practical question arises how to ensure proper representation of capital companies (limited liability companies and joint?stock companies; collectively: company). Companies are represented by a management board. Usually, the rules of representation are set forth in…
31 March 2020How to Run Business in a World of COVID-19
Dear All, KPMG in Poland supports companies during the crisis caused by the SARS CoV-2 pandemic (COVID-19) by preparing publications and factual materials that help to manage the business in the current market situation. The dedicated page home.kpmg/pl/COVID-19 has been created, it aggregates all available materials prepared by KPMG experts.…
26 March 2020Webinar: Polish anti-corona-crisis economic package
Dear Sirs and Madams, During this weekend, Polish Government submitted a draft of the so-called anti-crisis act to counteract the effects of the COVID-19 epidemic. Although the draft will still be discussed, it already contains a number of regulations that will affect the activities of enterprises over the coming months.…
Guest of Professor Witold Orłowski – a new video series by PwC
Economy in the world and in Poland is in an extremely uncertain moment. The threat associated with the COVID-19 outbreak quickly changed the functioning of companies around the world. Businesses - especially their owners and managers - can't stay suspended right now. On the contrary - it is necessary to…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.24 March 2020GESSEL distinguished by Chambers Europe 2020
The Chambers Europe 2019 ranking yet again affirms the strong market standing of our firm, highlighting three of our departments and according seven individual recommendations to our lawyers. Chambers Europe 2019 distinguishes GESSEL in the categories of: Capital Markets Corporate/M&A Private Equity Dr Beata Gessel-Kalinowska vel Kalisz is named…
11 March 2020Coronavirus prevention
With regard to the questions addressed to the Chamber in the case of the COVID-19 and the desire to share preventive actions in this matter, we invite you to read and analyze the restrictions introduced in Swiss companies. The file will be updated on a regular basis and is available in Polish…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.27 February 2020GESSEL advises Highlander Partners on its sale of the Akomex Group
GESSEL represented the Highlander Partners private equity fund in the sale of a majority stake in the Akomex Group. The co-founder and current minority shareholder Sebastian Śliwa (supported by AMC Capital IV S.c. Sp., a fund advised by Mezzanine Management) will take over control of the company. The transaction requires…
24 February 2020ALERT CRIDO: LIMITATION OF TAX DEDUCTIBILITY OF COSTS OF INTANGIBLE SERVICES ? GROUNDBREAKING JUDGMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SUPREME COURT
In the underlying verdict, the Court presented very favourable for taxpayers interpretation of prerequisite referring to “direct connection” of the costs with the services provided by taxpayer (this is one of the exemption that allows the taxpayers not to apply the limitation provided by Article 15e of Polish CIT Act).…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.20 February 2020Bartłomiej Woźniak and Paweł Kwiatkowski promoted to managing associate
It is with great pleasure that we announce the promotion of Dr Bartłomiej Woźniak, advocate practicing on the M&A team led by Maciej Kożuchowski, and of Paweł Kwiatkowski, advocate with our litigation and special cases / risk&support practice led by Piotr Schramm, to managing associate. Dr Bartłomiej Woźniak specialises in…
17 February 2020“Ageing society: How to Engage 50+ Workforce?” SHAKE UP THE WORKPLACE! Unconference in Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland – On March 9, during the SHAKE UP THE WORKPLACE! unconference in Zurich, I will have the pleasure to speak about the methods and benefits of activation of the 50+ workforce. The event is intended for CEOs and HR specialists, and will feature numerous forms of engagement and…
10 February 2020New obligations regarding transfer pricing – transfer pricing reports TPR-C/TPR-P
Transfer pricing is one of the most significant aspects of international tax law. To help you understand the most recent legislative changes we invite you to take part in our free-of-charge webinar: New obligations regarding transfer pricing – transfer pricing reports TPR-C/TPR-P The webinar will be held on 13 February…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.7 February 2020Adam Kraszewski appointed head of GESSEL’s employment law and life sciences / IP practices
Effective 1 January 2020, Adam Kraszewski leads the employment law and life sciences / IP practices at GESSEL. Adam Kraszewski first joined GESSEL in 2006. He has extensive experience in the realm of employment law (in its individual as well as collective aspects) and in the related fields of personal…
4 February 2020Workshop: “Employee Capital Plans from the employer’s perspective”
Are you about to implement the Employee Capital Plans (ECPs) in your company? Do you already offer the ECPs and wonder what's next? Our workshop named “Employee Capital Plans from the employer’s perspective” will include practical examples of the implementation, case studies, advice from experts in various areas. All about…
Business and Investment Climate Survey 2020
We would like to encourage you to participate in an annual survey on economic situation and investment attractiveness of Poland.The survey is conducted in cooperation with bilateral Chambers in Poland which are operating within the International Group of Chambers of Commerce (IGCC).It is addressed mainly to the foreign investors and entrepreneurs operating on…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.30 January 2020GESSEL advises AVALLON on an investment in Clovin S.A.
GESSEL advised the AVALLON fund on its acquisition of a majority stake in Clovin S.A. In performing the just-signed investment agreement, the company will aim to expand its portfolio of innovative, environmentally-friendly products and to continue its intensive investments programme, strengthening its position in the domestic and export markets. Apart…
Metropol Hotel22 January 2020Flavours from the East in the Metropol Hotel
At the beginning of the New Year, Hotel Metropol invites you to discover the culinary flavours of our eastern neighbors.The menu is available at the metro jazz bar & bistro restaurant until the end of February. Attached you will find a menu.
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.17 January 2020In 2019 we advised on 10 key M&A | PE | VC deals in new technologies sector in Poland
In 2019, we at GESSEL put a lot of effort in further developing our expertise at the nexus of transactional services – a traditional forte of our firm – and the new technologies sector. Our efforts have clearly been noted by our Clients, who afforded us the opportunity to advise…
Polsko-Szwajcarska Izba Gospodarcza16 January 2020Helvetology – a new field of study at the University of Warsaw
Transdisciplinary studies on Switzerland - Helvetology (second level degree studies) - combine language skills with soft skills such as the art of presentation, teamwork and project work.According to the information received from the University, the studies will focus on an interdisciplinary approach to both research and practical areas, developing foreign…
14 January 2020Sii Webinarium: Adopcja Office 365
Migrating to Office 365 allows your organization to move to a modern workplace with a focus on communication and collaboration, but this is just the first step of your journey towards the cloud. One of the biggest challenges that has to be faced to make the most out of your…
7 January 2020Hilti devices help save human life
Application of Hilti devices in technical rescue Warsaw, December 2019 – They enable rescuers to quickly reach casualties in situations when every second is crucial. Hilti devices help firefighters save precious time during rescue operations. Hilti devices, extremely effective on the construction site, are used also in the event of…
2 January 2020Personal Income Tax (PIT) for foreign nationals Q&A
The end of the year and the start of a new one is a time when not only the employers but also the employees begin to think about their tax reporting obligations. The tax obligations of some of the taxpayers, in particular those of the foreign nationals, are often less…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.20 December 2019GESSEL advises BNP Paribas Bank Polska S.A. on a new round of financing for Dafo Plastics S.A.
GESSEL is proud to have supported BNP Paribas Bank Polska S.A. in yet another investment – a new round of financing for Dafo Plastics S.A.GESSEL already worked with BNP Paribas on its original investment in Dafo Plastics in 2018. The funds accrued from this round will be applied by Dafo…
Responsible Business Forum13 December 2019Responsible business reports on good practices
The Responsible Business Forum has opened the submission of corporate social responsibility and sustainability practices to be included in the latest 18th edition of the report “Responsible Business in Poland. Good Practices.” Both the submission and the publication are free for the reporting companies. Good practices can be registered until…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.10 December 2019GESSEL as counsel to Bank BNP Paribas
This time, GESSEL advised BNP Paribas Bank Polska S.A. on its investment in Asprod sp. z o.o. (a bakery and baked goods retail chain in Western Pomerania). Of the 15 deals closed by the Bank in Poland to date (7 of which involved GESSEL as counsel), this has been the…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.9 December 2019GESSEL advises the LUX MED Group on another transaction
GESSEL is proud to have provided legal support to the LUX MED Group, a leading provider of private medical care in Poland, in its acquisition of the Optimum Head and Neck Clinic in Warsaw. GESSEL performed due diligence, drafted the transaction documentation, and provided all-around advice in successive stages of…
3 December 2019Webinar: New year, new provisions, new regulations on transfer pricing – new reporting (TP-R), documentation, sanctions
What is worth taking care of in the first quarter of 2020 to have a peaceful year?Dear Taxpayer, The new regulations on transfer pricing, in addition to documentary simplifications, significantly increase the scope of information to be provided to tax authorities. What will the new reporting look like? What do…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.27 November 2019GESSEL advises Inovo Venture Partners on the next round of financing for Tidio Poland
GESSEL had the pleasure of representing the Inovo Venture Partners fund in the round A investment in Tidio Poland. Our lawyers provided support during legal due diligence and in negotiations of the investment agreement. The transaction involving Inovo Venture Partners and Tidio Poland was another project completed using GESSEL’s model…
21 November 2019Poland between Ukraine and Germany – secondment of Polish and Ukrainian citizens to Germany
We have noticed a growing interest among Polish enterprises in the secondment of employees to Germany in recent years. This applies especially to employees who are not European Union citizens. Rödl & Partner takes a step forward to meet your expectations and invites you to a legal/tax seminar to explain…
20 November 2019VAT changes at Community level – quick fixes
The lawmakers have recently added many new regulations to the Value Added Tax Act to seal the VAT system. More changes to that statute are scheduled to come into force on 1 January 2020 – the so-called quick fixes which significantly modify the rules of accounting for VAT on international…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.12 November 2019GESSEL advises the Black Forest fund on an investment in Tikrow
GESSEL is proud to have advised Black Forest, an investment fund controlled by Michał Sołowow, on its investment in Tikrow. Tikrow, launched in late 2017, is a temp work agency and operator of a marketplace platform bringing together companies in search of flexible staffing solutions and individuals interested in working…
Gessel, Koziorowski Sp. k.8 November 2019GESSEL advises Polimex Mostostal on its take-over of Energomontaż – Północ Bełchatów
GESSEL provided legal support in the complicated and time-consuming project of our Client, Polimex Mostostal, culminating in acquisition of a majority stake in Energomontaż – Północ Bełchatów, a specialised designer, producer and installer of steel structures, power generation devices and industrial operations. GESSEL assisted Polimex Mostostal at all stages of…
6 November 2019Intragroup cost deductibility limitation under Article 15e of the CIT Act: Certain intragroup expenses incurred in 2018 and 2019 can be included in the tax deductible costs only if the APA application is submitted by the end of December 201
Intragroup cost deductibility limitation under Article 15e of the CIT Act: Certain intragroup expenses incurred in 2018 and 2019 can be included in the tax deductible costs only if the APA application is submitted by the end of December 2019 We would like to inform you about the important date…
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