More companies will enjoy sea views from their offices at Waterfront I
New companies are moving into the building delivered in the first phase of the Waterfront development in Gdynia, still largely occupied by PKO BP bank. In total, they have leased 2,000 m² of workspace, reaffirming the attractiveness of the only office building in Poland located directly on a port quay, offering unobstructed sea views. The largest new office in the building will be taken by DP World – one of the world’s leading port terminal operators.
In the heart of Gdynia, right next to Skwer Kościuszki, Vastint has been developing the multifunctional Waterfront project for years. Its unique location and the mix of functions across the buildings create excellent conditions for business development. The first completed stage consists of the Courtyard by Marriott hotel and an office building whose main tenant is PKO BP.
The Gdynia office of Poland’s largest bank occupies 6,000 m² in Waterfront I, following last year’s lease renewal after 10 years. The remaining space has been taken up by new tenants – the largest among them is DP World, a global leader in port terminal operations and smart supply chain solutions, especially in maritime transport. In Waterfront, the company will operate an office of over 1,100 m².
Other new tenants at Waterfront have chosen the Ready Flex concept – short-term leasing of fully equipped office modules, in this case totaling almost 1,000 m². This summer, Scale Aquaculture Poland – a local branch of Norwegian aquaculture company – moved in. Next door, Martico Poland, specializing in logistics and comprehensive supply chain services, especially in the area of container transport, opened its new headquarters. On the sixth floor, renowned architectural studio APA Wojciechowski Architekci has recently opened its new office. The building also welcomed Kancelaria Grela.
“We are pleased that ten years after the first Waterfront building was opened, it remains just as attractive to tenants. We are seeing strong interest in the Ready Flex formula in particular, which allows for more flexible leasing terms. The building’s appeal is further strengthened by the fact that it is the only office building in Poland located directly on the quay, with uninterrupted sea views,” says Marcin Faleńczyk, Senior Leasing Manager at Vastint Poland.
All Waterfront office buildings have been designed in line with LEED certification standards. Their pro-environmental character is reinforced by solutions enabling efficient energy use, recycling, and other sustainable practices.
One year ago, Vastint completed the second phase of Waterfront – an important part of the revitalisation of this part of central Gdynia. Designed by the award-winning studio JEMS Architekci, it includes two office buildings, two residential buildings with more than 120 apartments, as well as retail units on the ground floors. The greenery, pathways, and small architectural elements evoke maritime themes, creating a welcoming atmosphere for employees, residents, and visitors.
The final, third phase of Waterfront envisions the construction of more offices, hotels, a cinema, a cultural pavilion and attractive public spaces that will further enrich the area. Sea views, access to the marina, proximity to the Music Theatre and the beach are just some of the advantages of this location, which continues to attract both Gdynia residents and tourists.
