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EIB and CERUDEB Launch €100 Million Initiative to Empower Women Entrepreneurs and Rural Enterprises in Uganda

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Centenary Rural Development Bank Ltd (CERUDEB) have unveiled a landmark €100 million investment aimed at bolstering private sector enterprises in Uganda, particularly focusing on women borrowers and rural microenterprises. With 50% of … Read the full press release

EIB Teams Up with Sunfire to Advance Green Hydrogen Production with €100 Million Venture Debt Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is collaborating with Sunfire, a German-based company, to support the development of solid oxide electrolysers for green hydrogen production in industrial applications. Through a venture debt loan of up to €100 million, with … Read the full press release

EIB and Otua Group Partner to Drive Circular Economy in Spain with €40 Million Investment

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Otua Group have collaborated on a €40 million loan to facilitate the construction of a new recycling plant for automotive waste plastics and the upgrade of existing metal waste processing facilities. This … Read the full press release

EIB Boosts Bulgarian Economy with €291 Million Financing and Advisory Support

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and European Investment Fund (EIF) have forged agreements with Bulgarian partners, including Allianz Bank Bulgaria (ABB) and United Bulgarian Bank (UBB), to enhance the country’s economy and advance its transition to carbon neutrality. … Read the full press release

EIB and Hypo Vorarlberg Partner to Finance Energy-Efficient Housing Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Hypo Vorarlberg have inked agreements to fund the construction of highly energy-efficient residential buildings. The deal comprises a synthetic securitisation transaction and a funding transaction, totaling €61 million. This initiative aims to … Read the full press release

EIB Provides €81 Million Loan for Nuremberg School’s Green Transition

(IN BRIEF) The Martin-Behaim-Gymnasium grammar school in Nuremberg is set to transition into a new, eco-friendly building thanks to an €81 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB). This state-of-the-art facility, constructed with wood and equipped with solar panels, … Read the full press release

ETZ Hospital Secures €115 Million Financing for Modernization and Sustainability Drive

(IN BRIEF) ETZ hospital has finalized a €115 million financing deal with the European Investment Bank (EIB) and BNG Bank to support the modernization of its St. Elisabeth location in Tilburg. This funding will facilitate the construction of a new … Read the full press release

EIB Injects €143 Million to Bolster Greek Research & Innovation; 2023 Annual Results Showcase Record Investment in Greece

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has pledged a substantial €143 million loan to boost the Hellenic Foundation for Research and Innovation (HFRI), fortifying research and development (R&D) initiatives across Greece’s public higher education institutions and research centers. This … Read the full press release

Italy’s Motorway Network Set for Green Transformation with EIB’s €1.2 Billion Investment

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has allocated a €1.2 billion loan to Autostrade per l’Italia SpA (ASPI) for the modernization of approximately 3,000 kilometers of motorways in Italy. This investment, supported by the EIB’s Climate Bank Roadmap and … Read the full press release

NWB Bank and EIB Sign €400 Million Agreement to Boost Dutch Water Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) The Nederlandse Waterschapsbank (NWB Bank) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have joined forces in a €400 million loan agreement aimed at enhancing flood protection and water quality in the Netherlands. Under this partnership, NWB Bank will lend … Read the full press release

EIB Boosts Croatia’s Sustainable Growth with Record Financing and Green Investments

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Group announces a robust year of activity in Croatia for 2023, committing €464 million in financing to support economic and social cohesion, green transition, and digital transformation. This brings the total investment in Croatia over the … Read the full press release

EIB Global’s €1.2 Billion Injection Energizes Western Balkans’ Future

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, the financing arm of the European Investment Bank outside the EU, set a milestone by investing €1.2 billion in the Western Balkans in 2023, aiming to catalyze over €6 billion in new investments. The funds are … Read the full press release

EIB and Terna Seal €500 Million Deal for Tyrrhenian Link Renewable Energy Project

(IN BRIEF) During the EIB Forum in Luxembourg, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Terna signed a €500 million financing contract, marking the final tranche of the €1.9 billion financing for the Tyrrhenian Link project. This submarine electricity cable, spanning … Read the full press release

EIB and Sciences Po Renew Partnership for Sustainable Development and Climate Transition

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB), recognized as the EU’s climate bank, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainable finance and climate dialogue by renewing its support for the Sciences Po European Chair for Sustainable Development and Climate Transition. … Read the full press release

EU Private Sector Women Launch Network to Drive Climate Action

(IN BRIEF) In a proactive move towards advancing the green transition and fostering climate resilience, women leaders from the EU private sector have inaugurated the Women Climate Leaders Network, hosted by the European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group). With the … Read the full press release

EIB Commits €350 Million to Umicore for EV Battery Materials Innovation and Recycling

(IN BRIEF) In a significant move to bolster Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) battery industry, the European Investment Bank (EIB) has entered a €350 million financing agreement with Umicore to support research, development, and innovation (RDI) in rechargeable battery materials technologies. … Read the full press release

EIB and Kutxabank Partner to Boost Green Investment in Spain with €300 Million Agreement

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Kutxabank have inked a landmark covered bond purchase agreement totaling €300 million, facilitating Kutxabank to unlock up to €600 million for financing green projects in Spain, particularly focusing on energy-efficient construction. This … Read the full press release

EIB Group Forum Highlights European Resilience and Investment Priorities

(IN BRIEF) The second edition of the EIB Group Forum in Luxembourg convened senior policymakers, business leaders, academics, and civil society representatives to discuss EU policy priorities and challenges amidst global instability. EIB President Nadia Calviño emphasized the role of … Read the full press release

EIB Successfully Prices $4 Billion 10-Year Bond, Demonstrating Strong Investor Confidence

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has successfully priced its second USD benchmark of the year, issuing a new USD 4 billion 10-year Global Benchmark due February 13, 2034. The bond pays a semiannual coupon of 4.125% and has … Read the full press release

EIB Group Commits €359 Million to Support Slovenian Projects in 2023, Bolstering Infrastructure and Energy Sectors

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group) has reported a successful year in 2023, allocating €359 million in new commitments to projects in Slovenia. These investments are aimed at boosting economic growth and preserving jobs in Slovenia and … Read the full press release