Category Archives: Luxembourg

Press Releases & News from Luxembourg distributed via EuropaWire

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

(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

(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

SFC Energy Collaborates with ConnectCom Sarl to Provide Customized Emergency Power Solutions

(IN BRIEF) SFC Energy AG, a leading supplier of hydrogen and methanol fuel cells, has partnered with ConnectCom Sarl to develop a customized emergency power solution. The collaboration involves supplying stationary EFOY H₂Cabinet X series units and utilizing the H₂Genset … Read the full press release

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

(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

(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

(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

(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

(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

European Promotional Banks Surpass Circular Economy Financing Target, Aim for Ambitious Expansion

(IN BRIEF) The Joint Initiative on Circular Economy (JICE), spearheaded by prominent European Union public promotional banks and institutions, has exceeded its initial €10 billion financing goal for circular economy projects, reaching €11.57 billion by the close of 2023. At … Read the full press release

EIB Invests €150 Million in Bhutan’s Renewable Energy Drive: A Step towards Carbon Neutrality

(IN BRIEF) In a landmark move, the European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €150 million loan to Bhutan, marking its first-ever investment in the country. This funding aims to bolster Bhutan’s renewable energy sector, particularly through the development of … Read the full press release

EIB and Seine-Maritime Department Invest €150 Million in School Modernization

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €150 million, 25-year finance contract with the French department of Seine-Maritime, aiming to modernize the learning environments of 13,000 pupils across the region. This initiative, part of the department’s Plan … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €400 Million Loan for Green Energy Grid Expansion in Thuringia

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing a €400 million loan to Thüringer Energie AG (TEAG), a municipal energy supplier in Thuringia, Germany, to upgrade and digitize the electricity grid. This investment, totaling around €600 million, aims to … Read the full press release

EIB Board Greenlights €4.3 Billion Investment Across Europe for Sustainable Development

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Board of Directors approved €4.3 billion in financing for projects spanning Austria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, and Slovakia. The funding will support sustainable transport, renewable energy, water and waste treatment, … Read the full press release

Multilateral Development Banks Unveil Shared Vision for Circular Economy at WCEF 2024

(IN BRIEF) During the World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) 2024, Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) revealed their collaborative vision on the role of MDBs in advancing the circular economy. Emphasizing the significance of circularity in achieving sustainable and equitable development, MDB … Read the full press release

EIB President Leads Delegation to Washington DC for Multilateral Development Meetings

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group, led by President Nadia Calviño, is set to participate in the 2024 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group in Washington DC. The delegation, including Vice-Presidents Ambroise … Read the full press release

Lviv Completes Urban Mobility Upgrade with New Tram Fleet Amid War, Thanks to EIB Loan

(IN BRIEF) Lviv, a city in western Ukraine, celebrates the successful implementation of a project aimed at enhancing urban mobility, marked by the acquisition of ten low-floor trams. Financed by a €17.4 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB), … Read the full press release

EU Initiative Boosts Resilience for Western Balkans SMEs

(IN BRIEF) The European Union’s Western Balkans Enterprise Development and Innovation Facility (WB EDIF) launches the Guarantee for SME Resilience Initiative, injecting €60 million to enhance access to finance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the region. Through partnerships … Read the full press release

Estonia Accelerates Green and Digital Initiatives with €400 Million EIB Financing

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €400 million loan tranche to Estonia, marking the second installment of a larger €700 million loan aimed at bolstering the Estonian economy. This financing, focused on green and digital investments, … Read the full press release

EIF Commits €40 Million to Boost Sustainable Agriculture in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) is allocating €40 million to support the European Agri Transition Fund, aimed at fostering a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable food system in Europe. Managed by INOKS Capital, the fund targets SMEs and … Read the full press release

EIB and Maspex Group Seal €42 Million Deal for Sustainable Production Upgrades

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €42 million agreement with Maspex Group, a major food and beverage producer in central and southeastern Europe, to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability across their production plants in Poland and … Read the full press release

EIB and EIF Partner with Erste Bank to Propel SME Lending in Austria through Synthetic Securitisation

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF) have collaborated with Erste Bank der oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG (Erste Bank) to facilitate SME lending in Austria through a pioneering synthetic securitisation transaction. This landmark transaction, the … Read the full press release

EIB Group’s €49 Million Guarantee Empowers Erste Bank to Boost SME Lending in Austria

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF) have joined forces to provide Erste Bank der oesterreichischen Sparkassen AG (Erste Bank) with a €49 million guarantee for a synthetic securitisation transaction, marking Austria’s first such … Read the full press release

EIB and Maib Forge €94 Million Deal to Boost Green Investments and MSMEs in Moldova

(IN BRIEF) At the EU-Moldova Private Sector Investment Conference in Chișinău, the European Investment Bank (EIB Global) sealed two agreements with Moldova’s leading bank, maib. The first involves a €50 million loan aimed at enhancing access to finance and promoting … Read the full press release

ICO and EIF Boost Aquisgrán Fund by €110 Million to Support Spanish SMEs

(IN BRIEF) Spain’s Aquisgrán fund, launched in 2021 by SGR-Cesgar and supported by the Ministry of Industry through CERSA, receives a significant investment boost of €110 million from Instituto de Crédito Oficial (ICO) and the European Investment Fund (EIF). With … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €45 Million Loan to CentraleSupélec for Campus Renovation

(IN BRIEF) CentraleSupélec, a renowned French engineering school, is set to undergo a transformative renovation of its historic Bréguet building, thanks to a €45 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB). This loan, part of the last stage of … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €25 Million Financing to Wandercraft for Personal Exoskeleton Development

(IN BRIEF) French medtech company Wandercraft secures €25 million financing from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance the development of their groundbreaking Personal Exoskeleton. This innovative device, the first self-balancing exoskeleton designed for daily use by individuals with severe … Read the full press release

Estonia Contributes €10 Million to EU Fund for Ukraine’s Recovery Amidst Russian Aggression

(IN BRIEF) Estonia has pledged €10 million to the European Investment Bank’s (EIB) EU for Ukraine Fund, part of a broader initiative aimed at addressing Ukraine’s urgent needs and sustaining its economic stability. With support from multiple donors, including other … Read the full press release

MONETA and EIB Team Up to Boost Sustainable Business Growth in Czechia

(IN BRIEF) In a strategic move, MONETA secures a €100 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB), earmarked to enhance economic prospects for small and mid-sized businesses in Czechia. With a commitment to allocate at least 12% of the … Read the full press release

One World Media Awards Longlist Revealed, Highlighting Women’s Solutions Reporting

(IN BRIEF) One World Media has unveiled the longlist of selected stories for its 15 award categories, including the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award, supported by the European Investment Bank. With over 500 submissions from 117 countries, journalists and filmmakers worldwide … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal Sets Date for Annual General Meeting and Updates on Board Committee Chair

(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal, a major steel company based in Luxembourg, has announced the date for its Annual General Meeting of shareholders, scheduled for April 30, 2024, at 3 p.m. CET. Shareholders eligible to vote will be determined based on their … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal Refines Segment Reporting and EBITDA Definition for Enhanced Clarity

(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal, in line with its fourth-quarter 2023 financial results, has made significant amendments to its segment reporting and EBITDA definition effective from January 1, 2024. Key changes include redefining EBITDA to encompass operating result, depreciation, impairments, exceptional items, … Read the full press release

European Investment Bank Boosts Polish Economy with €600 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has agreed to extend a €600 million loan to the Republic of Poland, aiming to bolster the country’s economy through investments in digital and social development. EIB Vice-President Teresa Czerwińska highlighted the strategic … Read the full press release

Nomagic Secures €8 Million EIB Loan to Boost Robotic Automation Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Nomagic, a leading developer of intelligent robotics for e-commerce and retail warehouses, has secured an €8 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to enhance its research and development (R&D) efforts. The loan, supported by the European … Read the full press release

ArcelorMittal Appoints Kleber Silva as CEO of Mining Division, Bids Farewell to Stefan Buys

(IN BRIEF) ArcelorMittal, a global leader in steel and mining, has named Kleber Silva as the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of its mining division, effective April 8, 2024. Kleber, who brings 35 years of extensive experience in … Read the full press release

Team Europe Delegation Commits €166 Million for Benin’s Development Agenda

(IN BRIEF) A high-level Team Europe delegation recently concluded an official visit to Benin, solidifying the country’s partnership with the European Union through the signing of finance contracts totaling €166 million. Led by senior leaders of European institutions and development … Read the full press release

EIB Group Boosts Portuguese Economy with €2.1 Billion Investment in 2023

(IN BRIEF) In 2023, Portugal witnessed a significant financial influx from the European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group), totaling over €2.1 billion, marking a 25% increase from the previous year. This substantial support, aimed at fostering economic growth, social cohesion, … Read the full press release

EIB Supports GROPYUS to Revolutionize Sustainable and Affordable Housing in Europe

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is injecting €40 million into German-Austrian PropTech GROPYUS to advance the construction of sustainable and affordable homes across Europe. GROPYUS specializes in employing digitalized, fully automated, and industrialized processes to produce multi-storey wooden … Read the full press release

EIB Signs MoU with Ukrhydroenergo to Boost Ukraine’s Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) EIB President Nadia Calviño hosted Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal at the EIB headquarters, marking a significant step in bolstering Ukraine’s energy security amidst ongoing challenges from the war. The meeting saw the signing of a Memorandum of … Read the full press release

EIB Supports Skellefteå’s Social Housing Drive Amidst Green Industrialization

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is backing Skellefteå Kommun in Sweden with a SEK 800 million loan (€70 million) to facilitate the construction of 743 new, energy-efficient social housing units. These homes, vital amidst the green industrialization, especially … Read the full press release

EIB Supports Iberdrola’s Green Grid Expansion with €700 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €700 million green loan to facilitate the expansion of Iberdrola’s electricity distribution grid in Spain, aiming to enhance the integration of renewable energy sources and enable new uses such as … Read the full press release