Accessibility Statement
Website publication: Last website update: Last update of this statement:OBR Maritime Technology Centre S.A. (Ośrodek Badawczo-Rozwojowy Centrum Techniki Morskiej S.A.) is committed to ensuring the digital accessibility of its website in accordance with the WCAG version 2.2 at Level AA and with good practices derived from the Polish Act of 4 April 2019 on the digital accessibility of websites and mobile applications of public sector bodies, applied voluntarily by the Company. This accessibility statement applies to the website ctm.gdynia.pl — the informational website of OBR CTM S.A. in Polish and English.
The website is partially compliant with Level AA requirements of WCAG 2.2 due to non-conformities or exclusions listed below.
Inaccessible content
Non-conformity with statutory requirements (WCAG 2.2, Level AA)
In the default display mode, without high contrast enabled in the accessibility panel, some interface elements — including certain secondary texts and colour accents — may not meet Level AA contrast requirements (high contrast mode improves readability of many navigation items, content areas, and forms).
Embedded Google Maps on the contact page require consent to functional cookies.
Content not covered by regulations or archival
PDF documents from public authorities made available on the site (e.g. official notices and regulations) may not be fully digitally accessible — we cannot change the content or structure of these files; links to PDF files on the website include extended screen reader descriptions (aria-label: PDF format and, where applicable, that the file opens in a new tab).
Materials published before this statement was introduced may not meet all WCAG 2.2 requirements. If you need access to a specific document, please contact us and indicate exactly which file or subpage you require.
Preparation of this accessibility statement
This statement was prepared on the basis of a self-assessment of the website’s digital accessibility against WCAG 2.2 Level AA criteria, requirements of standard EN 301 549 as applied under the Polish digital accessibility regulations, and automated testing using the WAVE (Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool).
In June 2026, work included: review and update of alternative text (alt) for informative images; correction of heading hierarchy in press releases (a single h1 with the article title); language markings for foreign-language fragments (lang, criterion 3.1.2); consistent dialog names for the cookie banner, language suggestion, and accessibility panel (aria-labelledby, 4.1.2); status announcements after product list filtering (aria-live, 4.1.3); extended aria-label on PDF links; implementation of “Skip to content” (2.4.1); and fixes to the accessibility panel and mobile navigation.
We review and update this statement at least once a year — by 31 March — and without delay whenever significant changes to the website may affect its digital accessibility.
Facilities and remediation plans
Facilities
All pages include a “Skip to content” link (visible when it receives keyboard focus), leading to the main content marked with <main id="main-content" tabindex="-1">.
A “Display settings” panel — a fixed button in the bottom-right corner marked with the icon (accessibility symbol in a circle) — allows users to increase or decrease text size (saved for the session), enable high contrast mode, stop animations, and reset settings; changes in the panel are announced via an aria-live region. When the panel is open, the rest of the page is inactive (inert) and keyboard navigation stays within the dialog.
The website is available in Polish and English; the accessibility statement is published in both languages. The cookie banner, language suggestion, and accessibility panel are dialogs with visible titles linked through aria-labelledby. On the products page, category filters announce the result (number of visible items) in a status region.
English fragments on Polish pages (and vice versa) are marked with lang. Subpages use a heading hierarchy; in press releases the article title is the only level-one heading. Informative images — in news, project pages (partner logos), products, and the shared header and footer — have non-empty, descriptive alt text.
Keyboard focus is clearly visible on links, buttons, and panel options (:focus-visible). The system setting prefers-reduced-motion: reduce and the panel option limit animations; the preloader is skipped after the first view in a session or when reduced motion is preferred.
Remediation plans
We plan to improve contrast in the default display mode (without high contrast enabled).
New content will be checked for image alternative text, language markings of fragments, and accessibility labels of interactive elements. Progress will be reflected in updates to this statement.
Feedback and contact information
Anyone may request that digital accessibility of this website or its elements be ensured. When submitting a request, please provide your name, email address for contact, the exact web address of the page where the inaccessible element or content appears, and a description of the problem and the solution that would be most convenient for you. We will respond as soon as possible, no later than 7 days after receiving your report. If that deadline is too short, we will inform you and provide a new deadline of no more than 2 months. If we cannot ensure digital accessibility of the requested content, we will offer an alternative means of access (e.g. a text description, a file in another format, or contact with a subject-matter representative).
Information on the rights of persons with disabilities is available on gov.pl. You may also contact the Polish Commissioner for Human Rights.
Handling requests and complaints related to accessibility
If we refuse the digital accessibility you requested and you disagree with that refusal, you have the right to file a complaint. You may also file a complaint if you do not agree with an alternative means of access proposed in our response. Send your complaint by post or email using the contact details provided in the “Feedback and contact information” section above.
Other information
The website does not provide dedicated keyboard shortcuts for navigating the entire site. Standard keyboard navigation is available (Tab, Shift+Tab, Enter, Space, Escape). The first Tab on a page focuses the “Skip to content” link.
Open the “Display settings” panel by tabbing to the button in the bottom-right corner of the screen and pressing Enter; use Tab to move within the panel (focus cycles inside the dialog), and Escape to close it and return to the rest of the page.
The Company does not provide a PJM interpreter on demand via video call or an on-site chat on the website. Enquiries and arrangements can be made by email: marketing@ctm.gdynia.pl.
On request, and with prior agreement on a date, we can arrange contact with a PJM interpreter in person or remotely — details are agreed individually.
OBR CTM S.A. does not offer a dedicated mobile application covered by this statement. The website is designed for use in mobile browsers.
Office and production building; the entrance from Osada Rybacka Street leads to a reception desk with security. Before your visit — especially if you need mobility support, accessible parking, or individual arrangements — contact reception or email ochrona@ctm.gdynia.pl.
We will provide information on access, lifts, toilets, and routes to meeting rooms. Assistance and guide dogs may enter the building and guest areas after prior notification.
Office building; the entrance from Jana Matejki Street leads to a reception desk with security. Before your visit — especially if you need mobility support or individual arrangements — email najem@ctm.gdynia.pl.
We will provide information on access and routes to meeting rooms.
For digital and architectural accessibility matters, we provide information in Polish and English — contact by email only.
The website does not provide video recordings with Polish Sign Language (PJM) interpretation.
There is no publicly available induction loop at the Company’s premises. Before a visit or meeting, you may ask about possible arrangements, including PJM support (see “Polish Sign Language (PJM) interpreter” above).