TAIPEI — Taiwan-linked technology companies led by Foxconn are advancing plans for a major manufacturing and research hub in Poland, with investment reportedly reaching NT$650 billion (about US$20 billion) as Taiwan deepens its industrial presence in Europe.
The initiative spans two major locations and combines AI-server manufacturing, electronics, electric vehicles and automotive research and development, according to Taiwan News, citing CMoney.
AI Servers and Advanced Electronics in Lower Silesia
One part of the plan is centered in Lower Silesia, where a Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association-backed industrial park is planned in Miękinia.
The site is expected to focus on AI-server manufacturing and related electronics, placing Taiwan’s technology supply chain closer to European customers.
The move comes as demand for AI computing infrastructure continues to reshape global manufacturing strategies, with major technology companies expanding production capacity closer to key markets.
Foxtron Eyes Electric Vehicle Production
A second development is taking shape in Silesia, where Foxtron, Foxconn’s electric-vehicle unit, and state-owned ElectroMobility Poland are working toward an EV production and R&D center in Jaworzno.
A joint venture is expected to be established in autumn 2026, with construction targeted to begin in spring 2027 and vehicle production planned for 2029, according to the report.
The project would give Taiwan’s technology ecosystem a more substantial role in Poland’s emerging electric-vehicle manufacturing ambitions while creating another potential base for serving European markets.
Poland Wants More Than Basic Assembly
The investment push fits into Poland’s broader effort to move toward higher-value manufacturing and research and development.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has described the country’s industrial strategy as a move beyond basic assembly toward advanced manufacturing and R&D involving sectors such as automobiles and semiconductors.
Polish officials have reportedly described the overall Taiwan-linked initiative as potentially the country’s largest foreign investment venture.
Why Foxconn Is Expanding in Europe
Foxconn has been expanding its manufacturing footprint across several regions as companies seek more localized production.
The Taiwan-based electronics giant recorded strong revenue growth amid surging demand for AI servers and has expanded manufacturing activities in India, the United States and Europe.
The Polish projects therefore represent more than a single investment. They form part of a broader effort to establish production closer to customers while developing regional supply chains for rapidly growing technologies.
A Bigger Taiwan-Europe Industrial Connection
The proposed Polish hub could strengthen industrial ties between Taiwan and the European Union across several strategically important sectors.
AI servers require sophisticated electronics and computing components, while EV production increasingly depends on advanced electronics, batteries, software and semiconductor technologies.
By bringing these activities together in Poland, the projects could create opportunities for Taiwanese companies and local European suppliers to participate in a broader manufacturing ecosystem.
However, the reported investment remains a development plan rather than a completed industrial operation, with key milestones—including the proposed joint venture, construction and eventual production—still ahead.
If the planned projects proceed on schedule, Poland could become an increasingly important European base for Taiwan-linked AI and EV manufacturing — potentially changing how the two sides connect their technology and industrial supply chains.
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