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EIF and Greek Government Launch €200 Million Equity Fund to Boost Innovation in Life Sciences and Sustainability Sectors

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) Greek startups and SMEs in life sciences, healthcare, and sustainability sectors are set to receive a significant boost with the launch of a €200 million equity agreement managed by the EIF arm of the EIB Group. The agreement, … Read the full press release

EIB and MicroBank’s €200 Million Boost to Spanish Entrepreneurs

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and MicroBank have partnered to provide a €200 million loan, aimed at empowering small businesses and self-employed individuals in Spain. With MicroBank contributing an additional €100 million, this initiative seeks to address the … Read the full press release

EIF’s €200 Million Equity Mandate Boosts Greek Innovation and Sustainability

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) The Hellenic Republic has entrusted the European Investment Fund (EIF) to manage €200 million from European structural funds and national resources to provide equity financing for Greek startups and SMEs in the life sciences, healthcare, and sustainability sectors. … Read the full press release

EU Blue Champions Program Unveils Top Ocean Innovators, Promotes Sustainable Growth

PRESS RELEASE -- 14, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Commission and the European Investment Bank revealed the 20 selected “EU Blue Champions,” representing diverse sectors such as tidal and wind energy, underwater robotics, and satellite data applications. Chosen from Croatia to Sweden, these champions demonstrated … Read the full press release

Sarajevo Launches Modern Trams in Major Public Transport Upgrade Funded by European Banks

PRESS RELEASE -- 13, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) Sarajevo has introduced new modern trams for the first time in 40 years, a significant advancement supported by the European Investment Bank (EIB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and other donors. The project, financed with … Read the full press release

EIB Report Highlights Financial Sector’s Role in CESEE’s Green Transition

PRESS RELEASE -- 7, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has released a report by the Vienna Initiative working group, titled “Greening the financial sector: A Central, Eastern and South-Eastern European perspective.” The report underscores the pivotal role of the financial sector in … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €35 Million to Enhance Water Services in Umbria Under InvestEU Program

PRESS RELEASE -- 7, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has partnered with Valle Umbra Servizi to enhance water service resilience and efficiency across 22 municipalities in Perugia, Italy, with a €35 million green loan under the InvestEU program. This initiative marks the … Read the full press release

EIB Global Signs €10 Million Loan Agreement with Bank Respublika to Boost Small Business Finance in Azerbaijan

PRESS RELEASE -- 7, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, the financing arm of the European Investment Bank (EIB) outside the EU, has inked a €10 million loan deal with Bank Respublika to bolster support for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Azerbaijan. Part of … Read the full press release

Innovative Geothermal Heating Project in Bavaria Receives Major Investment Boost from EIB and EU Innovation Fund

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing close to €45 million for the implementation of an innovative geothermal heating project, Eavor-LoopTM, in Geretsried, Bavaria. This pioneering project, which received an additional €91.6 million grant from the EU Innovation … Read the full press release

EIB’s Record €1.6 Billion Investment Energizes Ireland’s Economy and Innovation Landscape

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) European Investment Bank (EIB) President Nadia Calviño, alongside Irish Finance Minister Michael McGrath, announced a landmark €1.6 billion investment in Ireland, the largest in 51 years. The investment, aimed at fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic growth, will impact … Read the full press release

Former Greek Deputy Minister Ioannis Tsakiris Joins EIB Management Committee

PRESS RELEASE -- 2, May 2024

(IN BRIEF) Ioannis Tsakiris, a former Greek deputy minister with extensive experience in finance and investments, has been appointed to the Management Committee of the European Investment Bank (EIB). Tsakiris, who previously served at the European Investment Fund (EIF) and … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Commits €4.5 Billion to Bolster Greek SMEs and Green Economy

PRESS RELEASE -- 27, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has inked guarantee agreements with Greece’s top four banks, including Alpha Bank, Eurobank, National Bank of Greece, and Piraeus Bank, aiming to unlock up to €4.5 billion in financing for Greek small and … Read the full press release

Europe Leads Global Cleantech Innovation, Yet Faces Funding Gap: EIB-EPO Report

PRESS RELEASE -- 27, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Patent Office (EPO) released a joint report revealing that over 22% of clean and sustainable technologies worldwide are developed within the European Union (EU). Leading fields in cleantech inventions include … Read the full press release

EIB Invests €150 Million in Helsinki’s Renewable Energy Transition

PRESS RELEASE -- 25, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has inked a €150 million loan deal with Helen Ltd, a prominent Finnish energy company owned by the City of Helsinki. This funding aims to bolster two new renewable-energy initiatives in the district … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank President Addresses UN Financing for Development Forum

PRESS RELEASE -- 24, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) Nadia Calviño, President of the European Investment Bank Group, participates in the 2024 Financing for Development Forum at the United Nations in New York. The forum, convened by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), aims to … Read the full press release

European Investment Fund Boosts Berlin SME Financing with €24.5 Million Guarantee

PRESS RELEASE -- 24, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) Investitionsbank Berlin (IBB) is expanding its support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Berlin through a €24.5 million counter-guarantee provided by the European Investment Fund (EIF). This backing, facilitated by the InvestEU programme, allows IBB to enhance … Read the full press release

Lithuania Advances Rail Electrification with EUR 200 Million Investment in Electric and Battery Trains

PRESS RELEASE -- 20, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) A financing agreement between the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and LTG Link signals a significant step forward for Lithuania’s rail sector. The agreement, totaling EUR 200 million, will facilitate the purchase of nine … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Signs €215 Million Loan Agreement with Andalusia for Regional Development Projects

PRESS RELEASE -- 19, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has finalized a €215 million loan agreement with the regional government of Andalusia to co-finance social, green, and digital investment initiatives in the Spanish region. This funding, part of the EU operational programme … Read the full press release

Lithuania’s Rail Revolution: EIB, NIB, and LTG Link Spearhead Electric Train Fleet Renewal

PRESS RELEASE -- 19, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) In a landmark move towards sustainable transportation, the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and LTG Link have sealed a financing deal to procure electric and battery-powered trains. With loans totaling €200 million, nine electric … Read the full press release

EIB and Ukraine Forge Strategic Partnership for Reconstruction and Growth

PRESS RELEASE -- 19, April 2024

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Government of Ukraine have solidified a strategic collaboration to bolster Ukraine’s reconstruction, recovery, and integration with the EU. This partnership, marked by a new memorandum of understanding (MoU), pledges €560 million … Read the full press release