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European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Appoints Burkhard Kübel-Sorger as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

PRESS RELEASE -- 12, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the appointment of Burkhard Kübel-Sorger as its new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective from July 1, 2024. Mr. Kübel-Sorger brings with him a wealth of … Read the full press release

EBRD and UniCredit Bulbank Partner to Support Tsenovo Solar Plant in Bulgaria

PRESS RELEASE -- 8, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is set to guarantee up to €25 million for a loan extended by UniCredit Bulbank to the Tsenovo solar plant in Bulgaria, marking the first greenfield renewable project financed under … Read the full press release

EBRD Invests €10 Million in Baltic Venture Capital Fund to Boost Early-Stage Innovation

PRESS RELEASE -- 2, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is backing the growth of venture capital markets in the Baltic states by providing a €10 million investment in Practica Venture Capital III, managed by Lithuania-based venture capital manager Practica … Read the full press release

EBRD Funds Expansion of Azerbaijan’s Shipping Fleet for Enhanced Regional Trade Connectivity

PRESS RELEASE -- 2, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is granting a $42 million (€38.71 million) loan to Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO), a state-owned shipping company in Azerbaijan. ASCO plans to use the funds to acquire two Handysize … Read the full press release

EBRD Provides $100 Million Loan to Enerjisa for Earthquake-Hit Electricity Network Reconstruction in Turkey

PRESS RELEASE -- 1, February 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is extending a loan of up to $100 million to Enerjisa Enerji A.S. in Turkey to support the modernization and reconstruction of the electricity distribution network in the earthquake-affected Toroslar … Read the full press release

Central Asian Entrepreneurs Embrace Green Initiatives with EBRD Support

PRESS RELEASE -- 31, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is actively supporting sustainability and green initiatives in Central Asia, empowering local entrepreneurs to transition to eco-friendly operations. One notable example is the Bel-Tam yurt camp in Kyrgyz Republic, which, … Read the full press release

EBRD Achieves Record Investment of €846 Million in Serbia, Prioritizing Green Transition and Economic Growth

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) In 2023, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) marked a historic investment of €846 million in Serbia, a significant increase from the previous year and surpassing the previous record of €679 million in 2020. The EBRD’s … Read the full press release

EBRD Sets Investment Record of €2.1 Billion in Ukraine for 2023, Focusing on Recovery and Reconstruction

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) In 2023, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) marked a significant increase in investments in Ukraine, deploying a record €2.1 billion, following €1.7 billion in 2022. The EBRD’s investment efforts were directed toward supporting Ukraine’s recovery … Read the full press release

EBRD Records €2.48 Billion Investment in Turkey, Focusing on Earthquake Recovery and Green Initiatives

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) reported a record investment of €2.48 billion in Turkey for 2023, marking a significant increase from previous years. The EBRD’s commitment to supporting Turkey’s private sector and green transition remained … Read the full press release

EBRD Grants €150 Million Loan to Moldova for Vital Road Rehabilitation Projects

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a €150 million loan for Moldova to support the rehabilitation of crucial roads, particularly around the capital, Chisinau. The loan will fund the expansion and enhancement of the … Read the full press release

Georgia’s Food Alliance Flourishes with EBRD and EU Support

PRESS RELEASE -- 24, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) Food Alliance, a Georgian frozen pastry producer, has received support from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) through the EU4Business-EBRD Credit Line in Georgia since 2017. This assistance includes modern equipment, … Read the full press release

Expeditio Architects Empowers Sustainable Urban Development with Innovative Online Portal

PRESS RELEASE -- 23, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) Expeditio Architects, an organization based in Montenegro, is pioneering sustainable spatial development projects, emphasizing civil society, architecture, urban planning, energy efficiency, and cultural heritage. With support from Sweden, they launched Archylab, an interactive portal aimed at educating architects … Read the full press release

EBRD Extends €29 Million Financing for Eurowatt’s Renewable Energy Expansion in Poland

PRESS RELEASE -- 23, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a financial package of up to PLN 126.1 million (€29 million equivalent) to support the growth of renewable energy capacity in Poland. The funding will be directed towards … Read the full press release

EBRD Joins Actis-Led Consortium to Acquire Telekom Srbija’s Mobile Towers in Western Balkans

PRESS RELEASE -- 23, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has partnered with an international consortium led by Actis, a global sustainable infrastructure investor, to acquire approximately 1,800 mobile towers from Serbian state-owned telecoms operator Telekom Srbija across Bosnia and … Read the full press release

EBRD Achieves Record Investments of €13.1 Billion in 2023, Focusing on Green Economy and Crisis Response

PRESS RELEASE -- 12, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) announced a significant milestone by delivering a record €13.1 billion in investments in 2023, marking a year of achievements and challenges. The bank reported record levels of investments, green financing, … Read the full press release

EBRD Launches Innovative Guarantee for Growth Facility with Raiffeisen Bank to Boost SME Financing in Kosovo

PRESS RELEASE -- 12, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has introduced its first Guarantee for Growth (G4G) facility, providing Raiffeisen Bank in Kosovo with a guarantee of up to €20 million over three years, linked to the bank’s domestic … Read the full press release

EBRD Grants €29 Million for Renewable Energy Projects in Poland

PRESS RELEASE -- 10, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a financial package of up to PLN 126.1 million (€29 million) to subsidiaries of Eurowatt Green Energy Group SA, Baltic Sea Polska II sp. z o.o., and C&C … Read the full press release

EBRD Commits €100 Million to Taaleri SolarWind III Fund for Renewable Energy Projects

PRESS RELEASE -- 9, January 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is investing up to €100 million in Taaleri SolarWind III, a fund managed by Finland-based Taaleri Energia. This investment aims to support the development of 800 MW of new renewable … Read the full press release

EBRD Grants $10 Million Loan to Atameken-Agro for Agricultural Modernization and Environmental Enhancement in Kazakhstan

PRESS RELEASE -- 30, December 2023

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a $10 million loan to Atameken-Agro, a leading agricultural holding in Kazakhstan, to support the modernization and environmental improvement of its agricultural machinery. This initiative aims to enhance … Read the full press release

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

PRESS RELEASE -- 29, December 2023

(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