UTC Fire & Security selects Heweliusza 18 for its new office

UTC Fire & Security, specializing in manufacturing and supplying security technologies, has leased nearly 7,300 sq m of space in Heweliusza 18 office building in Gdańsk. The company will move into its new headquarters by the end of the year. 

UTC will co-share the building with Trójmiasto.pl, Metsa Group Services and H&M Hennes & Mauritz, which are also relocating their offices to Heweliusza Street.

“The changing of our main office in Poland is a consequence of the company’s dynamic development. The new headquarters in Heweliusza 18 building, in addition to over 7,000 sq m of modern office space, will also provide a unique location in the heart of the city, close to major transport hubs as well as the Main Railway Station. Furthermore, the proximity of the old town along with numerous shops and restaurants make it an interesting and convenient location for our employees”, comments Maciej Sobczyk, President of the Board, UTC Fire & Security.

UTC Fire & Security manufactures and supplies security technology and offers integrated solutions for residential, commercial and corporate applications. The company specializes in air conditioning systems, fire and burglary protection, access control and video monitoring. UTC currently employs nearly 200,000 people in nearly 70 countries.

“We are pleased that our flagship project has been fully leased just a few months after completion. The building’s excellent downtown location, eye-catching architecture and sophisticated technical solutions has contributed to its commercial success. I am glad that UTC, Trojmiasto.pl, Metsa and H&M have decided to lease 100% of space and open their new offices here”, adds Rafał Nowicki, CEO, Apollo-Rida.

Heweliusza 18 is a ten-floor class A office building with an area of 10,000 sq m with a parking lot, extensive infrastructure for cyclists, modern interior design and technology in an easily accessible and prestigious location. Designed by the renowned JEMS Architekci architectural office, the building fits perfectly into the surrounding space, existing buildings and the atmosphere of the city. The project reflects the historical character of the location, combining traditional materials and colors in a contemporary form. The building has been awarded a BREEAM Excellent certificate.