Karol Nawrocki and Rafał Trzaskowski in presidential runoff. How did polish ships vote?
171 ballots cast aboard five maritime units reveal unique political preferences of Poland’s offshore and seafaring communities.
In brief
Five offshore polling commissions numbered 1000 to 1004 recorded 171 votes in Poland's presidential election. Rafał Trzaskowski led with 65 votes (38.01%), ahead of Sławomir Mentzen with 36 votes (21.05%) and Szymon Hołownia with 16 votes (9.36%), while Grzegorz Braun and Karol Nawrocki each took 15 votes (8.77%). Voting took place aboard the tall ship STS Fryderyk Chopin and the Baltic Beta, Petrobaltic, Petro Giant and Petro Monitor platforms. Nationwide exit polls put Rafał Trzaskowski at 30.8% and Karol Nawrocki at 29.1%, a gap of 325,759 votes.
In a fascinating glimpse into the political leanings of Poland’s maritime workforce, preliminary presidential election results from offshore voting commissions show Rafał Trzaskowski taking a clear lead, followed by a strong showing from Sławomir Mentzen. Voting was conducted aboard the tall ship STS Fryderyk Chopin (Commission 1000), as well as the Baltic Beta (1001), Petrobaltic (1002), Petro Giant (1003), and Petro Monitor (1004) platforms.
Out of 171 total votes:
- Rafał Trzaskowski secured 65 votes (38.01%)
- Sławomir Mentzen followed with 36 votes (21.05%)
- Szymon Hołownia came third with 16 votes (9.36%)
Surprisingly strong performances were recorded by Grzegorz Braun and Karol Nawrocki, each garnering 15 votes (8.77%). Left-wing candidates Magdalena Biejat and Adrian Zandberg followed, each with 7 votes (4.09%).
Other candidates received limited support:
- Artur Bartoszewicz – 3 votes (1.75%)
- Joanna Senyszyn, Krzysztof Stanowski, Marek Woch – 2 votes each (1.17%)
- Marek Jakubiak – 1 vote (0.58%)
- Maciej Maciak – no votes
While the maritime vote represents a small fraction of the national electorate, it reflects the political voice of those working in demanding offshore conditions. Participation, though lower than on land, underscores a strong civic commitment across the sector.
Global trends: Rafał Trzaskowski leads in Russia, Karol Nawrocki in the U.S.
Exit polls for the general election place Rafał Trzaskowski narrowly ahead nationwide with 30.8%, followed closely by Karol Nawrocki at 29.1%. Sławomir Mentzen holds third with 15.4%. Other candidates, including Braun, Zandberg, and Hołownia, followed in single digits.
In overseas voting:
- Russia favored Trzaskowski (36.13%), Mentzen (20.17%), and Nawrocki (16.81%)
- USA leaned heavily toward Nawrocki (42.3%), with Trzaskowski (29.98%) and Braun (12.35%) trailing
With just 325,759 votes separating Trzaskowski and Nawrocki, the stage is set for a fiercely competitive runoff in the second round.
Source: Gazeta Morska · Compiled by: Kamil Kusier
Related articles
Maritime economy WB Group and Kongsberg to build unmanned maritime systems in Gdynia. Radmor grows to 2,000 jobs 
Politics President signs the fuel windfall tax and demands cuts now. What it means for fishermen and ports 
Politics Greenland under an American umbrella. An agreement with no end date and an effective veto over China and Russia 
Politics From Biała Podlaska to Fort Trump. More than 20 years of Polish efforts to host a US base 
Politics Gdynia as a dress rehearsal for 2027. Has local politics just revealed Poland's next political map? 
Politics Consultations on Pomerania's 2035 strategy begin. Power surplus, ports and a KGHM mine near Puck
Comments (0)
The discussion is moderated by the editors: a comment appears after review. Your e-mail address is not published.
Nobody has commented on this article yet.