2025-02-12-莱坊-Katowice_city_attractiveness_and_office_market_Q4_2024_8页_964kb

Strong Cities - Katowice

City Attractiveness

• Rankings:
  • 7th in "Top 10 Large European Cities of the Future 2024"
  • 2nd in Forbes Business-Friendly Cities ranking for cities of 150,000-299,000 inhabitants
  • 1st in Polish "Cities of the Future 2050" for school category
  • "European City of Science" award (2024)
• Economic Indicators:
  • GDP growth: 42rd in the EU, but strong in healthcare and pharmaceutical spending.
  • High investor incentives with dedicated department (best in Europe).
  • Low unemployment rate (0.9%).
• Quality of Life:
  • Top 3 in Green Urban Transport and cycling infrastructure.
  • University density and technological hubs (e.g., Katowice Technology District).
  • Strong community initiatives and collaborative work models.

Office Market

• Supply: New supply in 2024 was 27,000 sq m, vacancy rate 23.2% (highest on record).
• Take-Up: Demand at 48,000 sq m, with 51% new leases, expansions significant.
• Rents: Stable at €9-14.50/sq m/month, driven by lower €U Riga Casco.

HR Perspective

• Salaries: Production, logistics, and manufacturing: Average annual salaries rising, gap narrowing between experts and managers.
• Trends: High recruitment challenges in Poland; automation creating demand for tech specialists (robotics, AI, supply chain).
• Best Practices: Flexible work models, career development programs, partnerships with universities.

Conclusion

Katowice stands out for its innovation, quality of life, and strategic investments. While the office market faces high vacancy, its prospects remain strong, supported by skilled labor and economic resilience.

**Contacts for Further Information:**  
+48 22 596 50 50 | dorota.lachowska@pl.knightfrank.com | www.KnightFrank.com.pl