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Port of Gdańsk opens trade office in Shanghai

The Port of Gdańsk, on Poland's northern Baltic coast, opened a trade office in Shangahai on Saturday. It is the port's first representation in China and is tasked with strengthening existing partnerships with Chinese companies, among other duties.

Eco-friendly Swedish firm to open battery base in Gdańsk

The decision to launch production in Gdańsk reflects increased demand for battery solutions on the European market.

Record number of cruise ships docked at Gdańsk port this year

A record number of sixty seven passenger ships with more than 30,000 tourists on board, arrived this year at the Gdańsk port on the Polish Baltic coast. Last year 63 such vessels docked at Gdańsk.

Gdańsk unveils model of pre-war Great Synagogue

Erected in a neo-Renaissance style in 1885-1887, the Jewish prayer house was one of the city’s most imposing landmarks with a tower soaring 54 metres (177 feet) into the sky.

French journalist Bernard Margueritte on the strikes that brought down a regime

In an interview with The First News, the French journalist, Bernard Margueritte, reflects on the time he spent with striking workers in the Gdańsk Shipyard ahead of the historic Gdańsk Agreement.

Much ado about something: Shakespeare festival woos Gdańsk

Directed by Ewelina Marciniak, a rising star of the Polish stage, the painterly performance of The Midsummer Night’s Dream won plaudits from critics who praised the set and costumes designed by Katarzyna Borkowska which draw heavily on Italian Renaissance art and on Sandro Boticelli in particular.

All the fun of the fair: Must-see St. Dominic’s fair kicks off in Gdańsk next week

Anybody visiting Gdańsk between July 28 and August 19 will have the chance to sample the delights of St. Dominic’s Fair.

Taiwanese man cycling round the world makes Polish pit stop

Jacky Chen had slept with coyotes in Alaska, had his bike stolen in Canada and his baggage in Mexico before stopping off to visit Polish pal in Gdańsk.

Poland's mayors say 'no' to racism

The mayors of several cities across Poland have signed a joint statement declaring a "zero tolerance" policy towards racism, xenophobia and antisemitism.

Gdańsk helps students get foot in the door

Over 370 paid internships have been offered to students and graduates in Gdańsk this summer as part of the “Vacation Internship” program.

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