Enterprise Forum 2026: Inspiration, Innovation, and New Opportunities for Collaboration
26.05.2026 | 3 min. czytania
How can businesses grow effectively in times of dynamic economic change, the rising influence of artificial intelligence, and evolving security challenges? Participants sought answers to these vital questions at the Enterprise Forum, held on 26 May 2026 at the Pomeranian Science and Technology Park. Gdynia Maritime University was represented at the event by Dr Magdalena Kukowska-Kaszuba, Director of the GMU Technology Transfer Office, and Karolina Kosior, TTO Innovation Broker.
The forum brought together experts from academia, business, and public administration, creating a dynamic space to discuss the future of the economy, organisational resilience, and the technological transformation of enterprises. Central to the discussions were issues regarding geopolitics, economic security, digitalisation, and the future skills required in the era of AI.
For the representatives of the GMU Technology Transfer Office, the event offered a valuable opportunity to gain insight into the current needs of entrepreneurs regarding the implementation of innovations and modern technologies amidst the current socio-economic and political landscape, both globally and regionally. The networking sessions and expert consultations focusing on exports, digitalisation, and European funds proved particularly beneficial, opening up promising new horizons for cooperation between science and business.
The event also highlighted the growing importance of building lasting relationships between universities, enterprises, and institutions that support the development of the Pomeranian region. Exchanging experiences and collaboratively seeking solutions to contemporary challenges pave the way for future research and development projects, as well as a more effective transfer of technology into the economy. In line with this approach, a key highlight for the GMU Technology Transfer Office representatives was the consultation stand hosted by the Pomeranian Development Agency, which showcased an initiative to strengthen science-industry cooperation in the region under the SPEKTRUM 2030 framework. Notably, in 2025, the GMU TTO obtained accreditation in technical and environmental consultancy within the Business Support Institutions Database as part of the ‘Pomeranian Information and Advisory Services System SPEKTRUM 2030.’
The Enterprise Forum also featured inspiring moments. Participants listened to a motivational address by volleyball player Andrzej Wrona, who spoke about determination, teamwork, and overcoming obstacles on the path to success. His story served as an excellent complement to the broader discussions on growth, resilience, and consistency in achieving ambitious goals.
The panel discussions featured recognised experts, including Paweł Wojciechowski (Institute of Public Finance), Marta Petka-Zagajewska (PKO Bank Polski), Piotr Buras (European Council on Foreign Relations), Mateusz Piotrowski (Polish Institute of International Affairs), Piotr Mickiewicz (University of Gdańsk), Retired Counterintelligence Officer Major Dr Anna Grabowska-Siwiec, Sławomir Kosakowski (Pomeranian Development Agency), and Virginie Little (Gdańsk University of Technology).
Ultimately, participation in the Enterprise Forum reaffirmed that successful technology transfer and innovation development require more than just knowledge and technology; above all, they demand collaboration, open dialogue, and a proactive response to the evolving needs of the market and the global political landscape.
The activity is carried out under Task No. 1, 'Development Incubator', of the non-competitive project entitled 'Science4Business – Science for Business', co-financed by the European Union under Measure 2.5 of the European Funds for a Modern Economy Programme 2021–2027.
