The ICT Cluster in Łódź is a dynamic cooperation network of companies, universities, and business support institutions focused on the development of the IT, ICT, and digital technology sectors in Łódź and the region. The initiative was established on 1 July 2012 on the initiative of Lodz University of Technology, which acts as the coordinator of activities and an integrator of the technology ecosystem.
For domestic and international investors, the Łódź ICT Cluster is a key entry point to the local technology ecosystem, offering direct access to:
innovative ICT companies and software houses,
leading technical and research universities,
top-class talent in IT, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and R&D,
technology projects and industry events that connect knowledge, business, and students.
The Łódź ICT Cluster brings together over 40 entities representing technology companies, business support institutions, and higher education institutions from the Łódź region. As a result, cluster members gain a unique opportunity to:
cooperate with academic and industry experts on research and development projects,
access highly qualified talent — students and graduates of IT and related fields,
respond quickly to market changes through participation in cluster and technology initiatives.
The cluster also works to reduce market entry barriers by representing the interests of the ICT sector to public authorities and administration, fostering an environment conducive to investment and job creation.
For investors, the Łódź ICT Cluster is:
a gateway to the local ICT and digital technology market in Poland,
a source of talent and technological innovation,
a platform for implementing research and commercial projects,
a structure supporting the development of cooperation between business, academia, and public administration,
a place to build competitive advantage through integration and networking.
Thanks to strong cooperation with universities, local administration, and industry companies, the cluster creates a stable and forward-looking investment environment in the ICT sector.