Tag Archives: Poland

Savills Expands European Presence with New Partnership in Serbia

(IN BRIEF) Savills has formed a strategic partnership with Cortina in Serbia to support its expansion in Europe. Cortina, based in Belgrade, offers a range of real estate services including transaction advice, valuations, and project management. This collaboration will strengthen … Read the full press release

Wienerberger Extends Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to Build More Homes for Vulnerable Communities

(IN BRIEF) Wienerberger has extended its partnership with Habitat for Humanity International for another three years, continuing their efforts to build affordable housing for those in need. Since 2012, the collaboration has provided homes for over 6,300 people, constructing more … Read the full press release

Poland’s EU Presidency Sets Priorities on Combating Cross-Border Crime and Strengthening Security

(IN BRIEF) During its Presidency of the Council of the European Union, Poland will focus on combating cross-border crime, hybrid threats, terrorism, and radicalisation. Priorities include addressing the trafficking of illicit drugs, human trafficking, and migrant smuggling, as well as … Read the full press release

EBRD Partners with Bank Millennium for €66 Million Synthetic Securitisation Deal to Boost Lending and Support Green Projects

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has signed a €66 million synthetic securitisation deal with Bank Millennium in Poland, marking the EBRD’s second capital relief transaction in the country. This deal will help Bank Millennium strengthen … Read the full press release

Logicor and Huhtamaki Foodservice Renew Lease Agreement in Poland

(IN BRIEF) Logicor has extended its lease agreement with Huhtamaki Foodservice in Czeladź, Poland, covering 34,600 square meters of warehouse and 2,700 square meters of office space. Huhtamaki, a global leader in sustainable packaging, has been operating in the region … Read the full press release

ORLEN Joins Poland’s Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity to Support Paediatric Cancer Care

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN has announced its participation in the 33rd Finale of Poland’s Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity (WOŚP) on January 26, 2025, to support paediatric oncology and haematology wards. The fundraiser aims to purchase advanced diagnostic equipment for 18 … Read the full press release

Hydro to Boost Renewable Energy Use at Alumetal’s Kety Plant to Support European Green Transition

(IN BRIEF) Hydro’s Alumetal recycling plant in Kety, Poland, will enhance its sustainability by installing solar panels to generate 1,000 MWh of renewable electricity annually, set to be operational by mid-2025. The EUR 870,000 investment is part of Hydro’s broader … Read the full press release

EIB and EIF Collaborate with Inbank and European Commission’s InvestEU to Support Green Transition in Poland

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank Group (EIBG), in collaboration with Inbank and the European Commission’s InvestEU, has launched its first fully green synthetic securitization in Poland. The agreement enables Inbank to provide PLN 701 million (over €160 million) in … Read the full press release

EIB Launches PLN 3.5 Billion Initiative with ORLEN to Boost Poland’s Renewable Energy Grid and Strengthen Energy Security

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided a PLN 900 million loan to ORLEN Group for upgrades to Energa’s power grid, marking the first part of a PLN 3.5 billion funding initiative aimed at improving Poland’s energy infrastructure. … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom’s Christmas Campaign Inspires Unity and Connection Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has launched a new Christmas campaign, “Connections Begin When Barriers Break,” across ten European countries, emphasizing unity and tolerance. Through a heartwarming story of two young girls separated by a glass barrier, the campaign highlights the … Read the full press release

Stadler Opens New Polish Facility to Boost Rail Power Converter Production and Local Employment

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has launched a new facility in Białystok, Poland, dedicated to producing DC power converters for rail vehicles, projected to create over 500 units annually and generate 250 new jobs. The plant will also serve as a key … Read the full press release

EIB Greenlights €5.8 Billion to Drive Global Energy, Transport, and Innovation Advancements

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Board has approved €5.8 billion in new financing to support various projects across Europe and beyond. This includes €2.2 billion for clean energy and water projects, €1.8 billion for urban development and education, … Read the full press release

Survey Reveals Generative AI’s Growing Role in Crafting Love Letters and Daily Life

(IN BRIEF) A recent survey by Deutsche Telekom indicates a significant shift in how individuals approach personal expression, with many turning to generative AI for assistance in writing love letters. The study found that over 40% of respondents in France, … Read the full press release

EIB Grants €150 Million Loan to Pekao Leasing to Boost Financing for Polish SMEs and Green Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €150 million loan to Pekao Leasing to bolster financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Poland, with a focus on less-developed regions and a minimum of 20% allocated to … Read the full press release

EIB and EIF Meet in Warsaw to Strengthen Financing Initiatives and Support Flood Recovery Efforts in Poland

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) and European Investment Fund (EIF) Boards of Directors met in Warsaw on September 30 and October 1, 2024, to discuss new financing initiatives and reaffirm support for Poland following recent floods. EIB Group … Read the full press release

EIF-Led Innovation Fund Receives First Contributions to Support Central and Eastern European Growth Companies

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has received its first contributions to the Three Seas Initiative (3SI) Innovation Fund from Poland’s BGK and the Czech Republic’s NRI, with each institution committing €20 million. This fund aims to raise €180 … Read the full press release

Authorities Dismantle Albanian-Led Drug Ring in Italy, 66 Arrested in Eurojust-Coordinated Operation

(IN BRIEF) Authorities in Italy, Albania, Poland, and Switzerland, coordinated by Eurojust, have dismantled a major Albanian-led cocaine trafficking network. A total of 66 individuals were arrested, with 45 of them taken into custody on an action day. The criminal … Read the full press release

EIB and SGEF Poland Join Forces with €200 Million Financing for SMEs and Climate Action

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing €100 million to SG Equipment Leasing Polska (SGEF Poland) to support Polish SMEs, with SGEF Poland expected to generate €200 million in total financing. At least 20% of the funds will … Read the full press release

Metso Boosts Digital Innovation with New Development Hub in Poland

(IN BRIEF) Metso has opened a Digital Design and Development Studio in Krakow, Poland, as part of its strategy to accelerate digital transformation in the minerals processing industry. The new facility will focus on developing advanced solutions using AI, data … Read the full press release

CTS EVENTIM Enhances Payment Experience with Tink’s Pay by Bank Service Across Europe

(IN BRIEF) CTS EVENTIM, a leading ticketing service and live entertainment provider, has partnered with Tink to introduce the Pay by Bank feature for a faster and more secure payment process. This service allows users to pay directly from their … Read the full press release