Tusk told reporters that the previous name had become linked with earlier disputes.
"We won’t be using a name that our predecessors discredited," he said, adding that the new airport is intended to serve as "the largest hub in this part of Europe."
Tusk also referred to criticism from the previous ruling party, saying in a video posted on X: "PiS politicians keep saying we won’t build the CPK – and they’re right. We’re building Port Polska."
"Aircraft from all over the world, 24/7; the largest transport hub in the region; the fastest rail network in Europe – that’s what we’re building."
The prime minister confirmed that Polish State Airports (PPL) will take a stake in the company building and operating the new hub.
He described the arrangement as part of a broader policy of ensuring domestic control over strategic assets.
Tusk criticised earlier plans for a foreign operator, arguing that a national transport hub "must be managed by Poles."
"This national transport centre must be managed by Poles – and the benefits should go to Polish companies," he said.
The government expects the project to create 30,000–40,000 jobs.
Scrutiny over land deal accompanies project rebranding
Tusk said his cabinet continues to review past activities related to the project.
"We will account for everything to the very end, but we won’t break the law," he noted.
Six notifications regarding potential irregularities have been submitted to prosecutors.
Part of the scrutiny concerns the sale of a 160-hectare plot along the planned high-speed rail route, which investigators say may have breached public-property rules and deprived the project of land it was meant to receive.
Tusk confirmed that officials have recovered the plot for the rail link "without additional cost to the state."
He added that the government has adjusted plans for the associated high-speed rail network to improve national connections.
"Poland deserves this, and Poles have the right to be proud," he said.
Government estimates put the total cost of the Port Polska project, including the airport and associated rail links, at around PLN 131 billion (EUR 31 billion) by 2032.
The project is intended to serve as Poland’s main aviation and transport hub, providing a modern gateway for international travel and easing pressure on existing infrastructure.
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Source: PAP, IAR