Daily Archives: 29, December 2023

Outokumpu Completes Share Repurchase, Adding 158,885 Treasury Shares

(IN BRIEF) On December 27, 2023, Outokumpu finalized its share repurchase program, acquiring its own shares as per the following breakdown: 58,492 shares on CEUX at a weighted average price of EUR 4.5323 per share, 99,377 shares on XHEL at … Read the full press release

Terna Gains Approval for €8 Million Underground Power Line to Boost Energy Security in La Spezia

(IN BRIEF) The Minister of Environment and Energy Security has granted authorization for Terna’s new electricity connection project linking La Spezia and Arcola (SP). With an investment of 8 million euros, the project will involve the construction of a 4.3 … Read the full press release

Nordic Investment Bank and Wellbeing Services County Collaborate on €70 Million Hospital Expansion in Finland

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has entered into a 20-year EUR 70 million loan agreement with the Wellbeing Services County (WSC) of North Savo, Finland, to fund the expansion and renovation of the “Uusi Sydän” central hospital and … Read the full press release

ORLEN Group Embraces Virtual Power Plant Technology for Enhanced Energy Management

(IN BRIEF) The ORLEN Group is embarking on a groundbreaking initiative to introduce Virtual Power Plant (VPP) technology, which will centralize the coordination of power generation sources throughout the country via a central control system. This innovative project aims to … Read the full press release

ING Repurchases Nearly 15 Million Shares in €2.5 Billion Buyback Program

ING Repurchases Nearly 1.7 Million Shares, Demonstrating Progress in Buyback Initiative

(IN BRIEF) ING has announced that it has successfully repurchased 14,925,745 shares during the week of December 18 to December 22, 2023, as part of its €2.5 billion share buyback program initiated on November 2, 2023. These shares were acquired … Read the full press release

Eni Achieves Record Gas Introduction Milestone at Congo LNG Project

(IN BRIEF) Eni has announced a significant achievement in its Congo LNG project, with the successful introduction of gas into the Tango Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) facility moored in Congolese waters, just twelve months after the final investment decision. … Read the full press release

Elli Expands European E-Mobility Network to Over 600,000 Charging Points

(IN BRIEF) In a significant move to boost electric mobility in Europe, Elli (Volkswagen Group Charging) has expanded its charging network to offer access to more than 600,000 charge points across 27 European countries. This expansion is part of Elli’s … Read the full press release

Kosovo Family’s Sustainable Heating Journey: A Green Investment with EBRD’s Support

(IN BRIEF) In central Kosovo’s village of Koshare, the Sopa family, like many others, used to spend a significant amount on wood for heating their home during harsh winters. Seeking a more sustainable and cost-effective solution, Florim Sopa invested nearly … Read the full press release

EBRD Partners with Bank Eskhata to Bolster Tajik Businesses with $5 Million Loans

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is collaborating with Tajikistan’s largest private lender, Bank Eskhata, to enhance the sustainability of Tajik businesses. Under their risk-sharing agreement, EBRD will share half the risk on two loans totaling … Read the full press release

EBRD and EU Partner with ProCredit Bank to Boost Georgian MSMEs with $10 Million Loan for Green Investments

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) are intensifying their support for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Georgia through a partnership with ProCredit Bank. ProCredit Bank, a trusted EBRD partner … Read the full press release

EU’s €3 Million Injection Powers Energy Efficiency in Ukrainian Public Buildings

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has allocated €3 million to the Ukrainian government as part of the EIB Ukraine Solidarity Urgent Response package. The funds will be used to implement energy-saving renovations in 18 public healthcare and educational … Read the full press release