Foreign Promotion
Extremadura Avante has launched a trade mission to Warsaw, from September 28 to October 2, for six companies from Extremadura. The initiative, published in the Official Gazette of Extremadura (DOE), aims to consolidate the presence of the region's products and services in Poland, a strategic market with over €10.300 billion in Spanish imports projected for 2025.
Trade mission to Warsaw to boost exports from Extremadura
The public entity Extremadura Avante Servicios Avanzados a Pymes SLU has opened the call for applications for a direct trade mission to Varsovia (Polonia), which will be held from September 28 to October 2, 2026. The initiative, formalized in the Diario Oficial de Extremadura (DOE) on June 25, seeks to facilitate the entry and consolidation of up to six companies from the region in a key market of the Unión Europea.
The aim of these actions, according to the call for proposals, is to promote internationalization of the Extremaduran business fabric and boost the increase in its exports. The mission to Polonia It will focus on market research and establishing strategic business contacts for the products and services of the participating companies.
The mission has a character multisectoralThis opens up opportunities for a wide range of industries, including food and beverage, construction, wholesale, business services, renewable energy, waste management and recycling, environmental engineering, digitalization, security, defense, and dual-use technologies. The six selected companies will receive professional promotional services, specialized advice on the Polish market, and logistical support to optimize their commercial presence in the country.
Poland, a booming strategic partner for the Spanish company
Polonia It is consolidating its position as one of the most dynamic economies in the Unión Europeawith a population exceeding 37 million inhabitants and a geographical position that makes it a logistics and industrial hub fundamental in Europa CentralIts macroeconomic stability and continuous modernization process position it as a priority destination for the expansion of Spanish companies.
Bilateral trade relations show sustained and positive growth. By 2025, Spanish exports to Polonia they exceeded 10.300 millones de euros, placing the country among the main trading partners of España in the European Union. The agri-food and fisheries sector, in particular, reached a turnover of close to 2.000 billion euros in 2024, with year-on-year growth of 4,3% and maintaining a favorable trade balance.
At present, Polonia It is the eighth largest market worldwide for Spanish agri-food exports. Furthermore, it presents significant opportunities in sectors linked to its economic transformation, such as the development of transport infrastructure—especially rail and logistics—industrial digitalization, and the energy transition.
Key Facts: Spain-Poland Trade Relations
| Concept | Figure/Data |
|---|---|
| Total exports from Spain to Poland (2025) | > 10.300 million euros |
| Agri-food and fisheries exports (2024) | ~ 2.000 billion euros |
| Year-on-year growth of the agri-food sector | + 4,3 % |
| Poland's position as an agri-food market for Spain | 8th world destination |
The deadline for interested companies to submit their applications will run from June 26 to July 3, 2026, both dates inclusive.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the trade mission to Poland
What specific benefits does this mission offer to an exporting SME?
The main advantage is access to a strategic market with comprehensive institutional and logistical support. Participating companies will receive professional advice, a pre-established network of contacts, and support to optimize their investment and time, minimizing the risks associated with entering a new market.
Why is Poland a priority market for Spanish companies in 2026?
Polonia combines robust economic growth within the Unión Europea With a growing demand for high-quality products and services, its position as a logistics hub and investments in infrastructure, digitalization, and energy transition open up direct opportunities for Spanish suppliers, beyond traditional sectors.
Which sectors in Extremadura have the greatest potential for success in the Polish market?
Although the mission is multisectoral, the Extremadura agri-food sector has a proven competitive advantage, given the strong growth of Spanish exports in this area. Likewise, companies in construction, renewable energy, waste management, and industrial digitalization solutions will find a favorable environment due to the country's modernization plans.
