Another important event promoting sustainable development as a best practice for both small and large enterprises is behind us. Among the companies participating in the 16th conference in the series “Małopolska Open to Knowledge — Małopolska Open to Sustainable Development — Playing Green (Competences)!” was also NEW TECH LAB.

The event, organized by the Provincial Labour Office, brought together companies and entrepreneurs from across Małopolska. NEW TECH LAB was represented by the head of the laboratory, Iana Stepnevska. It was also an opportunity to present our company’s innovative activities related to the disposal and recycling of fire extinguisher waste, as well as the unique production of regenerated fire extinguisher powder NTL30 GREEN.

During the conference, three important topics shaping modern enterprise development across various economic sectors were covered in thematic sessions:

• “Green Transformation with a Human Face” presented by Dr. Marek Frankowicz, Jagiellonian University & Regional Expert Centre for Education for Sustainable Development Poland South
• “People at the Center of Change: Labor Market Perspective and the Eco-Career Model” presented by Dr. Joanna Nawój-Połoczańska, Department of Social Counseling, Adam Mickiewicz University
• “ESG as a Tool for Green Transformation. Sustainable Development Strategy and Reporting” presented by Barbara Matyaszek-Szarek, Co-founder of Heuresis, CEO.

The event also served as a networking space, allowing entrepreneurs to connect, exchange experiences, and undertake joint initiatives and ventures.

We sincerely thank the Provincial Labour Office for inviting us to participate in the conference and for organizing an event that promotes sound green transformation and sustainable development based on respect for the natural environment.

Photo credit: Provincial Labour Office in Kraków

NEW TECH LAB supports the initiative to connect Skawina’s bypass with the A4 motorway

Representatives of NEW TECH LAB participated in a meeting of entrepreneurs with the authorities of the town and municipality of Skawina regarding the connection of the city bypass with the A4 motorway. This is a very important initiative not only for residents but also for companies operating in the three Economic Activity Zones in Skawina.

The meeting was led by the Mayor of Skawina, Norbert Rzepisko, who presented the main assumptions of the idea to connect Skawina’s bypass with the A4 motorway, as well as the content of the petition addressed to the Kraków branch of the General Directorate for National Roads and Motorways. Among the business representatives operating in Skawina were also members of NEW TECH LAB: Silvio Bucci – board member, Łukasz Piątkiewicz – general director, Iana Stepnevska – head of the laboratory, and Krzysztof Witowski – development manager. The meeting ended with the signing of the prepared petition by the attending entrepreneurs. The signature of NEW TECH LAB board member Silvio Bucci was also added.

The initiative to connect the Skawina and Kraków bypasses (A4 motorway) is extremely important due to the development of local companies, including transport and logistics, as well as ecological aspects. At present, access to the Skawina junction takes a lot of time and causes troublesome traffic jams. Besides traffic difficulties and time lost, the current situation also causes additional air pollution.

NEW TECH LAB supports the initiative to connect Skawina’s bypass with the A4 motorway not only for significant economic reasons but also for important social aspects. Better communication means a higher quality of life for residents, but also greater opportunities for the development of local businesses and the creation of new jobs in Skawina.

Once again this year, NEW TECH LAB has been recognized among the enterprises of our region and received a nomination for the 2024 Małopolska Labour Market Award. The awards in three categories will be presented during a gala ceremony on December 2nd in Kraków.

The Małopolska Labour Market Award is given to companies headquartered in the Małopolska region that invest in employee development and support the balance between professional and private life. Among them is NEW TECH LAB, which was nominated by the jury in the category “Employer Supporting Employee Development.”

This is yet another distinction for NEW TECH LAB this year. Let us recall that in September, the company was among three nominated small enterprises for the Małopolska Regional Economic Award, recognizing entities distinguished by innovative and modern activities.

Both nominations are a source of pride for the entire NEW TECH LAB team, which for several years has been pursuing important business goals based on the “Zero Waste” principle, also fulfilling the guidelines set forth in the European Green Deal.

During a ceremonial gala of the Provincial Labour Office in Kraków, the Małopolska Labour Market Awards were presented. In the category of Małopolska Employer Supporting Employee Development, the main award was granted to the company NEW TECH LAB.

The award was received by Silvio Bucci, board member of NEW TECH LAB, and Iana Stepnevska, the company’s management representative for the quality management system. Congratulations were extended by Wojciech Piech, the Plenipotentiary of the Małopolska Voivodeship Marshal for Entrepreneurship and Labour Market Development, Arkadiusz Psica, Director of the Provincial Labour Office in Kraków, and Dorota Niemiec, Director of the Labour Office of Kraków County.

In total, 11 companies from across the province were nominated for the Małopolska Labour Market Award in three categories, with four companies nominated in the Małopolska Employer Supporting Employee Development category, including NEW TECH LAB.

For NEW TECH LAB, operating in the town and municipality of Skawina, the award is a significant distinction and confirmation of their strong commitment to supporting employee development, including organizing numerous training programs that allow staff to acquire new skills. The company’s team, consisting of around a dozen people, plays an invaluable role in the ongoing development of modern and environmentally friendly technologies, enabling the recycling of fire extinguisher waste and the production of regenerated fire extinguisher powder called NTL GREEN.

It is worth recalling that in September, the company was also among the three nominated small enterprises for the Małopolska Regional Economic Award, recognizing entities distinguished by innovative and modern operations. This current award is thus another notable recognition for NEW TECH LAB in the Małopolska labour market.

At the headquarters of NEW TECH LAB in Skawina, a meeting took place during which the ISO 14001 and 50001 certificates were presented, confirming the implementation of an integrated quality management system, which also includes the previously obtained ISO 9001 certificate.

The certificates confirming compliance with the ISO 14001 and 50001 standards were handed over to Silvio Bucci, a member of the management board of NEW TECH LAB, by Dariusz Hejmej, representing the certification company RINA. The meeting was also attended by Łukasz Piątkiewicz, General Director of NEW TECH LAB; Iana Stepnevska, Quality Management System Representative; Maciej Malinowski, Production Manager; and Krzysztof Witowski, Development Manager. This confirmed the implementation of an integrated quality management system that includes the previously implemented ISO 9001 standard as well as the newly introduced and certified ISO 14001 and 50001 standards.

The implementation of the integrated quality management system is an important step for NEW TECH LAB in developing three main areas: further enhancing employee competencies and safety, improving the quality of services and products, and advancing environmental protection by using modern technologies and meeting the requirements of the so-called European Green Deal.

NEW TECH LAB is currently the only company in Poland and one of the few in Europe that recycles fire extinguishing waste while simultaneously recovering used powder and regenerating it using green technologies to produce the NTL GREEN fire extinguishing powder. This product meets the requirements of the EN615 standard and holds the green certificate from the Dutch Keurmerkinstituut.

We are pleased to announce that NEW TECH LAB Sp. z o.o. took part in the prestigious IFRE-EXPO 2025 trade fair, held in June at Targi Kielce. The event attracted representatives from rescue services, the technology industry, and public institutions from across Poland and abroad.

Our stand drew considerable interest – we showcased innovative solutions in safety, operational efficiency, and sustainable technology. Participation in IFRE-EXPO was not only an opportunity to present our newest products, but also a platform for meaningful conversations and new industry connections.

Winner of “GOZ Biznes – Małopolska Leader 2025”

We are even prouder to share that during the final gala of the 4th edition of the “GOZ Biznes – Małopolska Leader 2025” competition, held on June 16th in Kraków, NEW TECH LAB was awarded 1st place in the company category!

This prestigious title is awarded to companies implementing circular economy (GOZ) principles – including waste reduction, resource efficiency, and the promotion of ecological innovation. The jury recognized our tangible actions and implemented solutions that support both the environment and the local community.

Photo gallery from both events

This article includes a photo gallery from IFRE-EXPO and the GOZ Biznes award gala. These were truly important and memorable moments for our team, and we are excited to share them with our partners, clients, and supporters.