The initiative allocates at least 250 million zlotys (approximately €58.25 million) to finance business projects aimed at the reconstruction of Ukraine’s infrastructure and economy.
Key Details of the Program
The program offers favorable loan terms for Polish enterprises willing to participate in Ukraine’s rebuilding efforts:
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Maximum loan per company: 10 million zlotys (about €2.33 million)
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Interest rate: 2%
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Repayment period: 12 years
Three partner financial institutions of Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK) — Bank Ochrony Środowiska, TISE, and the Consortium of the Lublin Development Foundation and the Biłgoraj Regional Development Agency — are already accepting applications.
How Companies Can Use the Loans
The preferential loans are intended to finance a wide range of activities related to Ukraine’s reconstruction:
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Transportation, storage, and logistics of goods, construction materials, technologies, and essential services
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Development of enterprise capabilities for participation in rebuilding infrastructure, such as roads, railways, energy systems, and housing
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Preparation of feasibility studies and investment project documentation
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Support for medical enterprises, including the production of prosthetics, dressings, and other medical supplies for Ukraine
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Import of goods and services from Ukrainian partners and support for companies involved in reconstruction activities
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Purchase of real estate in Poland if directly related to warehouse, factory, or plant development supporting Ukrainian projects
In addition, some industries and projects may receive extra preferences under the program’s conditions.
Statement from Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy
According to First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine and Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko, this initiative will help Polish companies access affordable financing for investments in Ukraine’s infrastructure recovery:
“Thanks to this program, Polish businesses will be able to obtain favorable loans for investment in the reconstruction of Ukraine’s infrastructure. This will also strengthen trade ties and logistics cooperation between our countries,” she stated.
Conclusion
The launch of the Credit for Participation in the Reconstruction of Ukraine program reflects Poland’s strong commitment to supporting Ukraine’s recovery and rebuilding efforts. It creates new business opportunities for Polish enterprises while contributing to the broader goal of stabilizing and revitalizing Ukraine’s economy after the destruction caused by war.
