The industrial and logistics real estate market in Poland in 2025 confirmed that it is no longer just a niche segment of the economy — it is a key infrastructure supporting supply chains, e‑commerce, and retail. Data from Q4 2025 show that the Polish logistics sector maintains solid growth momentum despite structural changes in demand and supply, and the importance of urban logistics (including last‑mile warehouses) is gaining real scale.

Stable growth in the logistics market

By the end of 2025, the total stock of modern logistics space in Poland reached 36.6 million m², an increase of approximately 5.9% year-on-year. This keeps Poland among the largest logistics hubs in Central and Eastern Europe. In the last quarter of the year, leasing volume (take‑up) reached 2.2 million m², up 8.6% YoY, even though new supply dropped by 72.9% compared to the same period in the previous year. More than half of the leasing activity was lease renewals, reflecting tenants’ strategic caution and market stabilization. (space4logistics.pl)

These results suggest that the logistics market in Poland is not only growing but also evolving — with strong demand driven by retail and e‑commerce, and increasing share of new types of warehouse formats.

Urban logistics — a segment growing with market needs

Although traditional reports cover the entire logistics market, there is increasing focus on urban warehouses. These facilities are located closer to city centers or major metropolitan areas, serving the so-called last mile, i.e., direct delivery to the end customer. According to analyses, urban warehouses already represent about 5% of total logistics space in Poland’s largest cities, and their importance is expected to grow with demand for faster deliveries and cost optimization.

While still relatively small compared to large logistics parks, this segment is rapidly gaining attention from tenants and investors, especially in e‑commerce, 3PL operators, and FMCG distribution.

Practical solutions: SBU projects by DL Invest Group

To meet the growing demand for urban logistics and last‑mile delivery, more developers and logistics operators are offering Small Business Units (SBU) — modular, flexible warehouse and distribution spaces.

One active player in this area is DL Invest Group, whose projects illustrate how the logistics market is adapting to new realities:

• DL Invest Park Legnica – SBU Strategically located small warehouse supporting e‑commerce operations and urban deliveries, with flexible leasing modules tailored to 3PL operators and courier companies.
• DL Invest Park Elbląg – SBU Designed for fast distribution in northern Poland, where local distribution centers and last‑mile operations are growing in importance.
• DL Invest Park Kluczbork – SBU A logistics space combining warehouse and distribution functions with excellent transport access, aimed at retail and service sector clients.
• DL Invest Park Płock – SBU A project addressing local demand for urban warehouses and last‑mile solutions, delivering high operational efficiency for tenants.

These projects not only meet the actual growth in urban logistics demand but also show the direction of the market — flexibility, location, and operational efficiency are becoming key leasing parameters.

Concentration of demand and role of major agglomerations

Market data also indicate that the largest logistics regions continue to generate most of the activity: Mazowieckie, Śląskie, and Dolnośląskie remain leaders in both stock and demand. It is in and around these metropolitan areas that multifunctional logistics solutions are emerging, serving not only traditional 3PL operations but also urban and last‑mile services.

What drives the growth of urban logistics?

Several factors are driving the increasing importance of urban logistics in Poland:

• Rapid e‑commerce growth, requiring storage closer to end customers for faster deliveries.
• Changing customer expectations regarding delivery times, increasing demand for warehouses and distribution centers in urban areas.
• Operational cost optimization — shorter routes and smaller units reduce transport costs and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Pressure to reduce emissions and use resources efficiently, which encourages operators to locate logistics assets closer to demand centers.

Conclusion

The urban logistics market in Poland is a rapidly growing segment of the logistics sector, supported by the solid foundation of the overall industrial and logistics real estate market. Q4 2025 data show that demand remains high, and the supply and leasing structure favors flexible warehouse formats.

Projects in the SBU format implemented by DL Invest Group are concrete proof that urban logistics solutions are becoming an integral part of modern supply chains in Poland.

For e‑commerce companies and logistics operators seeking efficient and flexible solutions near major agglomerations, urban logistics is a core element of daily operational strategy.