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2009 REPORTS > POLAND - APRIL 4, 2009
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Mazda zooms into the Polish fast lane  
Mazda Motor Poland Managing Director Shunsuke Hamamoto
The Polish automotive industry has seen tremendous growth and carmakers have been aggressively pursuing a larger share in a very competitive market.

Sold previously by a Japanese trading house, Mazda cars have enjoyed a head start in building a strong brand image in Poland.

And since becoming a subsidiary of the Japan-based car giant in 2008, Mazda Motor Poland is well positioned to take on the challenges of the future.

"There's an excellent automotive environment in Poland. We have a growing market. GDP is over 5 percent. We enjoy low unemployment, relatively low inflation and the necessary investments in the country's infrastructure are being made," says Mazda Motor Poland Managing Director Shunsuke Hamamoto.

Since setting up Mazda Motor Poland, Hamamoto and his team have established a network of 13 qualified and experienced dealers in all major cities. In the first nine months of 2008, the company sold 3,300 units and another 5,000 are expected to be sold in 2009.

"One reason for Mazda's success in Europe is that 100 percent of Mazda cars are produced in Japan. This ensures that all Mazda cars have a high-quality reputation. Cars destined for the European market are designed in Europe with European customers in mind and then manufactured in Japan," says Hamamoto.

Its top-selling car, the Mazda 6, combines sleek styling, intelligent packaging, and high levels of safety and luxury equipment. For the Polish driver looking for a quality Japanese manufactured car, the Mazda 6 has emerged as a very popular choice.

"With our great range of Mazda cars, I'm sure we will overachieve in Poland. Our dedicated team and strong reputation in the country will enable us to empower our dealer groups, and work on strengthening our distribution network. Through communication, financial stability and collaboration with Japan we have every confidence that Mazda will take a leading position in the Polish automotive sector," Hamamoto says.

www.mazda.pl

 
 
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A successful Japanese venture in Poland
EFH builds on tourism growth
Pol-Mot ignites innovation in Poland
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The law firm of Barylski, Olszewski, Brzozowski (BOB) has been providing legal advice and counsel to local and foreign companies for the past 18 years. It has extensive experience working with Japanese clients, having been involved with some of the first Japanese investments in Poland. www.bob.com.pl

Founded in 1990, the Polish Chamber of Commerce is the largest independent business organization in Poland. It brings together more than 130 business organizations consisting of over 300,000 Polish enterprises and works extensively to improve the image of Poland abroad. www.kig.pl

The Polish Information and Foreign Investment Agency (PAIiIZ) was set up in 2003 to help investors enter the Polish market by providing support and information to companies new to Poland’s administrative and legal framework. Doubling as the Secretariat of the Polish-Japanese Economic Committee, it promotes the image of the country, and Polish goods and services across the world. www.paiz.gov.pl

JETRO Poland helps Japanese companies by providing market information and consultation on doing business in the country. It also assists Polish businesses and interested parties with information about investment, trade and business opportunities related to Japan. www.jetro.go.jp/poland/

Warsaw Destination Alliance promotes the Polish capital abroad as a dynamic location for investment, tourism and trade. Founded in 2003 by a group determined to build up the city’s image, WDA plans to transform Warsaw into an internationally recognized and respected brand name. www.destinationwarsaw.com

PL.2012 is overseeing Poland’s preparations for the Euro 2012 European Football Championship, which the country is co-hosting with Ukraine. It is working closely with the Polish Ministry of Sport and Tourism, UEFA, the Polish FA and representatives in Ukraine. www.2012.org.pl

 
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