Upper Silesia’s warehouse market shows steady growth amid strong fundamentals
by CIJ News iDesk III 
2025-07-22 
logistics
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Upper Silesia continues to be one of Poland’s key warehouse and industrial markets, according to Savills’ latest report. By the end of the first quarter of 2025, the region’s total warehouse stock reached 5.86 million sqm, reflecting a 6% year-on-year increase. New supply during the quarter amounted to 118,100 sqm, nearly twice the volume recorded in the same period of 2024. Despite the strong quarterly result, Savills notes that this level of new development is not expected to continue throughout the year. Future quarters are likely to see more moderate growth in new supply, which could contribute to a decline in the elevated vacancy rate. The ongoing development of build-to-suit (BTS) projects and high pre-let volumes suggest a stable and mature market. More than half of the region’s warehouse stock has been built in the past five years, providing a high technical standard. The location’s strategic advantage at the intersection of the A1 and A4 motorways supports its role as a major logistics hub for both domestic and cross-border transport. Additionally, the Sławków Euroterminal strengthens the region’s connectivity within the European-Asian supply chain. Leasing activity in the first quarter totaled 228,300 sqm, slightly higher than the same period in 2024. The structure of leasing transactions reflected a notable share of renewals, aligning with national trends. In a tight labour market, tenants are cautious about relocating, favouring stability over expansion in new developments. As of the end of Q1 2025, approximately 270,000 sqm of warehouse space was under construction, with 52% pre-leased. Key ongoing developments include Booster Zabrze LemonTree (108,600 sqm) and Panattoni Park Sosnowiec Expo (62,100 sqm). Recently completed facilities include Prologis Park Ruda Śląska and Fortress Logistic Park Zabrze. Savills notes that average annual demand over the past three years has approached 1 million sqm, underscoring the region’s long-term appeal. Upper Silesia benefits from its industrial heritage, skilled workforce, and established infrastructure, which continue to attract companies looking to expand their logistics and manufacturing operations. As of early 2025, base rents for standard warehouse space range from EUR 4.20 to EUR 5.30 per sqm per month, with effective rents typically between EUR 2.90 and EUR 4.75 depending on incentive packages. Prices for investment land range from PLN 200 to PLN 400 per sqm, based on location and infrastructure. While availability of development-ready land is decreasing, Upper Silesia remains a key region in Poland’s logistics sector, supported by high-quality stock, ongoing investment, and strong transport links.