Category Archives: Italy

Press Releases & News from Italy distributed via EuropaWire

EIB Provides €450 Million Loan to Iveco Group for Electric Mobility and Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €450 million loan to Iveco Group, a global automotive leader, as part of a larger €500 million financing initiative. This funding aims to support the development of innovative technologies in … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €34 Million Loan to Support Social Housing in Milan’s Sarpi District

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a €34 million loan to the Ca’ Granda Fund, managed by Investire SGR, to support the construction of new social housing units in central Milan. Over 200 apartments in the Sarpi … Read the full press release

Plenitude and Saipem Collaborate to Install 1 MWp Solar System, Advancing Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Goals

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude (Eni) and Saipem have entered into an agreement to install a 1 MWp photovoltaic system at Saipem’s offices in Fano, Italy. The system is expected to generate over 1,000 MWh of solar power annually, meeting a significant … Read the full press release

Beyond EPICA Project’s Third Ice Core Drilling Season Begins in Antarctica

(IN BRIEF) The Beyond EPICA 23/24 team has initiated the third drilling season at Little Dome C in Antarctica, located near the Concordia Station. This international research project, led by the Institute of Polar Sciences of the National Research Council … Read the full press release

Safran’s Collins Aerospace Deal Challenged by Italian Regulatory Decision

(IN BRIEF) Safran’s planned acquisition of Collins Aerospace’s actuation and flight control business faces a regulatory challenge as the Italian government exercises its Golden Power to oppose the sale of Microtecnica S.r.l, the company holding the relevant assets in Italy, … Read the full press release

Terna Initiates €50 Million Underground Cable Project to Enhance Power Grid Resilience in Bolzano Province

(IN BRIEF) Italian power grid operator Terna, under the leadership of Giuseppina Di Foggia, has commenced construction on a new underground cable connection spanning 22 km between Vandoies and Brunico in the province of Bolzano. With an investment of approximately … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Commits to Gender Equality with Endorsement of UN Women’s Empowerment Principles

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, a global shipbuilding company, has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting gender equality at work by endorsing the seven United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs). These principles include fostering a corporate culture focused on gender equality, ensuring the … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €20 Million Loan to Xnext for Food Safety and Sustainability Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has extended a €20 million venture debt loan to Xnext, an Italian start-up specializing in X-ray inspection systems. The loan aims to bolster food safety, support innovation, and promote environmental sustainability. Xnext’s patented … Read the full press release

Logicor Launches Sustainable Logistics Property Development in Rome, Italy

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, a leading European logistics real estate company, has commenced construction on a new 24,000-square-meter property in Rome, Italy, set for completion in late 2024. Situated on a 97,000-square-meter industrial site owned by the Mazer Fund, this project, … Read the full press release

Bosch Unveils Cutting-Edge Innovations in Motorcycle Technology at EICMA 2023

(IN BRIEF) Bosch is spearheading advancements in motorcycle technology with a focus on software solutions, electrification, and connectivity. The company’s innovative rider-assistance systems, powertrain developments, electrification solutions, and smart connectivity tools are poised to shape the future of motorcycling. Bosch’s … Read the full press release

EIB and Intesa Sanpaolo Collaborate on €100m Loan to Promote Green Transition in Italian Public Sector

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Intesa Sanpaolo have entered into an agreement for a €100 million loan to facilitate the green transition of the public sector and publicly owned companies in Italy. This initiative marks the first … Read the full press release

Eni and Saipem Join Forces to Develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Biofuel Production

(IN BRIEF) Eni and Saipem have entered into an agreement to advance the development of biorefining technologies, aligning with their decarbonization objectives. The agreement focuses on exploring the construction of plants for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (biojet) and … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €100 Million Loan to Intesa Sanpaolo to Boost Green Transition in Italy’s Public Sector

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed an agreement with Intesa Sanpaolo to provide a €100 million loan aimed at supporting the green transition of the public sector and publicly owned companies in Italy. This partnership marks the … Read the full press release

Lightsource bp Strengthens Presence in Italy with New Milan Office

(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp, a prominent renewable energy company, has inaugurated its new office in Milan, Italy, signaling its commitment to the Italian market and the substantial potential for solar and energy storage projects in the country. With a pipeline … Read the full press release

Borealis Successfully Completes Acquisition of Rialti to Strengthen Recyclate-Based Polypropylene Compounding Business

(IN BRIEF) Borealis, a leading provider of innovative solutions in the plastics industry, has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Rialti S.p.A., a prominent European polypropylene (PP) compounder specializing in sustainable PP compounds made from mechanically recycled feedstock. … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s Elli Launches Elli Fleet Charging Across Europe to Streamline Electric Vehicle Fleet Management

(IN BRIEF) Elli, a brand under the Volkswagen Group, has introduced Elli Fleet Charging, an intelligent solution for managing and optimizing electric vehicle (EV) fleets across Europe. Initially available in Germany, Italy, Spain, and Austria, the platform allows companies to … Read the full press release

Versalis Breaks Ground on Demo Plant for Innovative Hoop® Technology for Plastic Recycling

(IN BRIEF) Versalis, the chemical company of Eni, has commenced the construction of a demonstration plant in Mantua, Italy, to advance its proprietary Hoop® technology for the chemical recycling of mixed plastic waste. Collaborating with Italian engineering company S.R.S. and … Read the full press release

Arriva Introduces ‘glimble by Arriva’ Digital Mobility Platform in Italy to Promote Sustainable and Integrated Transportation

(IN BRIEF) Arriva is launching its “glimble by Arriva” digital platform in Trieste, Italy, as part of its expansion in the Mobility as a Service (MaaS) sector. Developed in partnership with Moovit, glimble allows users to search, plan, book, and … Read the full press release

Bosch Unveils Motorcycle Innovations at EICMA 2023, Including Safety, Display, and Powertrain Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Bosch is showcasing its innovations for the motorcycle industry at EICMA 2023. The company is highlighting its display solutions, including the TFT Cluster 5″ and Integrated Connectivity Cluster (ICC), for keeping riders informed while minimizing distractions. Bosch is … Read the full press release

Eni’s LNG Strategy: New 0.8 bcm Agreement Fuels Growth in Key Asian Markets

(IN BRIEF) Eni, a global energy company, has signed a significant LNG sales agreement with Merakes LNG Sellers for 0.8 billion cubic meters (bcm) annually, starting from January 2024 for three years. This complements their existing 1.4 bcm per year … Read the full press release