Nautilus Gdańsk, a modern oceanarium and recreational and educational centre, is to become the city's showcase and eye in the head of the president of Gdańsk, Aleksandra Dulkiewicz. However, the cost of this investment, amounting to PLN 450 million, as well as the expanding failure balance of the company liable for this project, raises serious concerns about the effective usage of public funds.
The Nautilus task is part of a broader plan to revitalize the summertime district, which aims to transform Gdańsk into an even more attractive place to live and visit. The investment aims to attract millions of tourists annually, which will importantly affect the improvement of the local economy. The investment is to be implemented by Nautilus Gdańsk Sp. z o.o. – its partner is Arena Gdańsk, the company that owns the stadium.
Currently, Nautilus Gdańsk Sp. z o.o. has only a vice president since 2018. Witold Merkel. There are besides 3 members of the supervisory board.
Financial balance sheet of Nautilus Gdańsk
Let us take a closer look at the finances of Nautilus Gdańsk Sp. z o.o., liable for the implementation of this project. The analysis of financial data over fresh years shows serious losses:
- 2018: -267 129.91 zł
- 2019: -486 835.25 zł
- 2020: -62 329,69 zł
- 2021: -82 937.01 zł
- 2022: -95 510.83 zł
- 2023: -91 972,25 PLN
In total, this represents a failure of PLN million. This financial situation raises questions about the intent of continuing this costly investment , or at least the maintenance of this company .
Financial losses of Nautilus GdańskOceanarium as a precedence for the word of office
Aleksandra Dulkiewicz, president of Gdańsk, promotes the Nautilus task as a key component of his election program. At least that was during her electoral convention. Although it aims to attract tourists and advance education, there is simply a serious hazard that immense financial resources will be wasted without bringing the expected benefits.
The project, including the construction of an oceanarium, exotic lagoon and hotel and medical gallery, will surely change the scenery of Summer. But is it worth risking public funds for this price? In peculiar , erstwhile the company 's financial performance so far indicates a deficiency of stableness .
A wage for the board and advice for nothing?
The interesting thing, but alternatively depressing, is that it is hard to see the public effects of the city company. Meanwhile, the board of directors and the board of supervisors collects the salary.
The remuneration for the board amounted to PLN 33.6 1000 in 2024. On the another hand, the members of the supervisory board received just over PLN 6 thousand. Moreover, contracts were executed for the amount of just over PLN 1 thousand.
The request for transparency and accountability
The public has the right to require transparency and accountability in managing public funds. Any expenditure should be clearly justified and the possible benefits must be realistic and measurable. Investments specified as the Nautilus task should be undertaken with full work for public finances.
We call on the city authorities to think carefully about continuing this investment and to present a transparent plan that will guarantee that public money is not wasted on inefficient projects.
What conclusions?
Nautilus Gdańsk may be a dream of a modern education and recreation centre, but current financial data rise serious doubts about the relevance and effectiveness of this investment. Time for critical assessment and liable approach to the management of public funds.
Maciej Nadrąt
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