Polish Investor Rescues Swedish Brand, Saving 250 Jobs
here’s a summary of teh key data from the provided text about the Swedish brand Duka in Poland:
* Restructuring & Bankruptcy Risk: Duka poland was undergoing restructuring proceedings managed by RZMK Restructuring due to financial difficulties. The company faced a high risk of insolvency.
* Financial Losses: In 2024, Duka reported a significant operating loss of PLN 138.9 million and a net loss of PLN 153 million.
* Takeover by Biesiada Invest: The Polish holding company, Biesiada Invest, acquired the Duka brand in mid-2025. This takeover saved the company and preserved 250 jobs.
* Restructuring Plan: The restructuring plan focused on diversifying sales channels, optimizing costs (storage & logistics), and finding an investor (which Biesiada Invest became).
* Continued Operations: Biesiada Invest also took over existing contracts with shopping malls and retained the entire employee team.
in essence, Duka was facing bankruptcy but was rescued by a Polish investor who is now working to turn the company around.