Almost PLN 3 bln borrowed for digitalization
Poland’s development bank, BGK, signed 53 loan agreements worth more than PLN 2.9 bln under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan’s digitalization program. Recipients include local governments, municipal companies, hospitals, universities, and energy businesses. Around PLN 1.5 bln, or 52% of funding, supports ICT infrastructure, including data centers, smart water systems, and digital medical equipment. Nearly PLN 750 mln funds advanced technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, while PLN 675 mln supports smart energy systems.
The program aims to improve efficiency, automate processes, and strengthen digital security. Demand substantially exceeded available funding, with applications totaling PLN 9.78 bln, more than three times the budget.
(wnp.pl)