The economic crisis in 2012 caused a downturn in most European Union countries. However, countries located to the east of Poland, which are developing dynamically and possess significant consumption potential, performed well. They are also the directions of Polish exports with the highest growth dynamics. This is confirmed by the opinions of representatives of the globally operating logistics provider Dachser, a business partner to many Polish exporters.
Polish exports
– Exports are always a good remedy for a crisis for the national economy – we increase production, maintain employment, and strive to maintain a positive trade balance. As a logistics operator with a well-developed network in Europe and beyond, we directly participate in the expansion of Polish companies – says Grzegorz Lichocik, President of Dachser in Poland. – In addition to the main European directions, we are focusing on eastern markets, which are becoming increasingly attractive to Polish exporters, where consumption is growing and still has great potential. In the near future, we will be developing connections in precisely these directions.
According to data from the Department of Strategy and Analysis of the Ministry of Economy (mg.gov.pl), in 2012, Polish exports continued to grow, albeit at a slower pace. Interestingly, the largest export increases concerned Russia and Ukraine (by over 20%), but also India, Mexico, the Republic of Korea, and Brazil (by over 40%). We recorded slight declines, however, in trade with virtually all Eurozone countries and the majority of the European Union (including Germany, France, Italy, Sweden, Hungary, and Spain).
Exports outside Europe
– For some time now, we have been observing increased interest from Polish companies in eastern and far-eastern directions. Currently, these markets, unlike the European Union countries, have enormous growth potential. The change in the consumption model in, for example, China, which has an increasing number of wealthy citizens interested in high-quality products, is a great opportunity for Polish entrepreneurs – says Robert Pastryk, General Manager of Dachser Air & Sea Logistics in Poland. – As a globally operating logistics provider with branches all over the world, wherever business is developing, we provide them with appropriate logistics support.
Logistics support
Cooperation with a logistics operator that has experience and a well-developed network of connections can be a milestone in a company’s development. Dachser has been operating for over 80 years, successively developing its business to its current state of 315 branches worldwide. By additionally applying state-of-the-art IT solutions, including a single system for managing transport and warehouse logistics across all branches, it is able to offer global logistics services.
Dachser Air & Sea Logistics offers not only air and sea transport but also provides consulting in the areas of packaging, equipment, and documentation. It offers comprehensive solutions for heavy and oversized goods. All Dachser carriers are selected based on rigorous quality criteria.