Category Archives: Italy

Press Releases & News from Italy distributed via EuropaWire

Enel Completes Sale of 50% Stake in Australian Renewable Assets to INPEX

(IN BRIEF) Enel S.p.A., through its subsidiary Enel Green Power S.p.A. (EGP), has successfully finalized the sale of a 50% stake in its Australian renewable energy entities, Enel Green Power Australia Pty Ltd and Enel Green Power Australia Trust (collectively … Read the full press release

ZF Introduces Next-Gen Rail Drives for Milan and Rome Metros, Enhancing Efficiency and Comfort

(IN BRIEF) ZF, a leading technology company, will supply the metros built by Hitachi Rail for Milan and Rome, Italy, with its latest two-stage spur gear drives. These drives offer several improvements, including a 10% reduction in weight, noise-optimized gearing, … Read the full press release

Plenitude, Eni’s Renewable Energy Arm, Expands Presence in Kazakhstan with 50 MW Photovoltaic Plant

(IN BRIEF) Plenitude, a subsidiary of Eni focused on renewable energy, has inaugurated its first photovoltaic plant in Kazakhstan near Shaulder village in the Turkistan Region. With an installed capacity of 50 MW, this facility marks Plenitude’s entry into the … Read the full press release

Fincantieri Secures EUR 800 Million Financing Agreement with SACE Guarantees

(IN BRIEF) Fincantieri, the Italian shipbuilding company, has signed a significant EUR 800 million financing agreement with a 5-year tenor and a 3-year grace period. This facility, which aligns with the SupportItalia Guarantee under Legislative Decree No. 50 of May … Read the full press release

EQT to Sell LimaCorporate to Enovis Corporation, Creating Global Orthopaedic Industry Leader

(IN BRIEF) EQT, in collaboration with its co-shareholders, has agreed to sell LimaCorporate, a global orthopaedic implant manufacturer, to Enovis Corporation, a NYSE-listed company. LimaCorporate, known for its innovative orthopaedic solutions and additive manufacturing expertise, specializes in shoulder, knee, and … Read the full press release

MSCI Upgrades UniCredit’s ESG Rating to ‘AA’ for Strong Social Responsibility Practices

(IN BRIEF) MSCI, a prominent international ESG rating company, has raised UniCredit’s ESG rating from ‘A’ (average) to ‘AA’ (leader). This upgrade is primarily attributed to UniCredit’s commitment to social issues, including consumer protection, financial literacy programs, and responsible retail … Read the full press release

MSC Group Orders Two Hydrogen-Powered Luxury Ships as Part of €3.5 Billion Investment

(IN BRIEF) The Cruise Division of MSC Group has confirmed orders for two hydrogen-powered luxury vessels for its brand Explora Journeys. The €3.5 billion investment will also explore additional environmental technologies, such as alternative fuels like bio and synthetic gas, … Read the full press release

Landis+Gyr Collaborates with Atlante to Expand EV Charging Infrastructure in Southern Europe

(IN BRIEF) Landis+Gyr, a prominent provider of integrated energy management solutions, has entered into an agreement with Atlante, a subsidiary of the NHOA Group specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The partnership aims to enhance EV charging capabilities across … Read the full press release

UniCredit Plans €2.5 Billion Share Buy-Back as Part of 2023 Distribution Strategy

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit S.p.A. has announced its intention to launch a tranche of its 2023 share buy-back program, with a maximum value of €2.5 billion. The bank cites its strong capital levels, robust financial performance, solid asset quality, and lower … Read the full press release

ABT CUPRA XE Secures Double Podium Finish at Island X Prix in Sardinia

(IN BRIEF) ABT CUPRA XE achieved an outstanding performance at the Island X Prix in Sardinia during the Extreme E season. The team, led by drivers Klara Andersson and Sébastien Loeb, secured a podium finish in both races, earning a … Read the full press release

Enel Joins Forces with Atalanta Football Club as Official Energy Partner for Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Enel, a multinational power company, has entered into a partnership with Italy’s Atalanta football club to become its Official Energy Partner. As part of the collaboration, Enel’s logo will feature prominently at Atalanta’s stadium, including on LED screens, … Read the full press release

Terna Modernizes Naples Metropolitan Area’s Electricity Grid with Sustainable Technology

(IN BRIEF) Terna, Italy’s national grid operator, is continuing its modernization efforts for the electricity grid in the metropolitan area of Naples. This phase involves replacing a 5 km underground cable with a more reliable and sustainable XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene) … Read the full press release

Terna and Autonomous Province of Bolzano Sign Agreement for Eisack Valley Electricity Grid Restructuring

(IN BRIEF) Terna, in collaboration with the Autonomous Province of Bolzano, has signed an agreement to facilitate the restructuring of the electricity grid in the Eisack Valley. The project, with an investment of 300 million euros, involves the demolition of … Read the full press release

LG Chem and Eni Explore Biorefinery Partnership to Produce Sustainable Fuels and Plastics in South Korea

(IN BRIEF) LG Chem, South Korea’s leading chemicals producer, and Italian energy group Eni Sustainable Mobility have announced their joint exploration of developing and operating a new biorefinery at LG Chem’s Daesan chemical complex in South Korea. The project aims … Read the full press release

EIB and Deutsche Bank Forge €600 Million Agreement to Bolster Italian SMEs and Mid-Caps

(IN BRIEF) A substantial financial boost of nearly €600 million is set to invigorate Italy, as the EIB Group, comprised of the European Investment Bank (EIB) and European Investment Fund (EIF), partners with Deutsche Bank. This initiative aims to support … Read the full press release

EIB and Deutsche Bank Collaborate to Inject €600 Million into Italian SMEs and Mid-Caps

(IN BRIEF) A substantial financial boost of nearly €600 million is set to invigorate Italy, as the EIB Group, comprised of the European Investment Bank (EIB) and European Investment Fund (EIF), partners with Deutsche Bank. This initiative aims to support … Read the full press release

Solaris Secures €150 Million Contract for Hydrogen Buses in Bologna, Venice, and Cologne

(IN BRIEF) Solaris, a major player in hydrogen-based zero-emission transport solutions in Europe, has secured significant contracts to supply hydrogen buses to Bologna and Venice in Italy, as well as Cologne in Germany. These contracts, totaling approximately €150 million, highlight … Read the full press release

Italy Greenlights Tyrrhenian Link, a Major Milestone in Clean Energy Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) Italy’s Ministry of the Environment and Energy Security has granted authorization for the Tyrrhenian Link, a transformative project by Terna connecting Sardinia, Sicily, and Campania via a direct current submarine power line. This crucial development, part of Italy’s … Read the full press release

French Capital’s European Real Estate Investments Surge in H1 2023, Spain Tops Destination

(IN BRIEF) According to Savills research, French capital invested in European real estate reached nearly €3.2 billion in H1 2023, constituting 10% of all cross-border investments. This represents a significant increase from the 5% share recorded in the previous year … Read the full press release