Tag Archives: Poland

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

EBRD’s €20 Million Loan to Allego for EV Charging Stations in Poland

(IN BRIEF) The EBRD is lending €20 million to Allego for the construction of 200 EV charging stations in Poland. This investment, supported by the CEF-Transport Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility, aims to boost electric mobility in Poland, helping the EU … Read the full press release

Polish ESA Project Astronaut Sławosz Uznański to Join Axiom Mission 4 to the ISS

(IN BRIEF) Polish ESA project astronaut Sławosz Uznański will fly to the ISS on Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), alongside astronauts from India and Hungary. This mission, supported by ESA and the Polish government, aims to conduct significant scientific and technological … Read the full press release

Vortex Energy Names Wojciech Orzech as CEO to Drive Renewable Expansion in Poland

(IN BRIEF) Vortex Energy, a leading renewables company in Poland owned by Vitol, has appointed Wojciech Orzech as CEO. Orzech, with over 20 years of experience in energy and infrastructure, previously served as CEO of PKP Energetyka. He will work … Read the full press release

BP Completes Acquisition of GETEC ENERGIE GmbH to Enhance European Energy Presence

(IN BRIEF) BP has finalized the acquisition of GETEC ENERGIE GmbH, an energy supplier to commercial and industrial customers in Germany. This acquisition, announced in January 2024, enhances BP’s European gas and power operations and expands its reach to Germany, … Read the full press release

Skanska Signs Contract to Modernize Limanowa Train Station in Poland

(IN BRIEF) Skanska has signed a PLN 272 million (approximately SEK 720 million) contract with PKP Polish Railway Lines S.A. to modernize the Limanowa train station in southern Poland. The project includes upgrading a 3.5-kilometer railroad stretch, rebuilding the station, … Read the full press release

METRO to Close METRO Advertising GmbH, Shifts Focus to Core Wholesale Strategy

(IN BRIEF) METRO has decided to shut down METRO Advertising GmbH as part of its strategic focus on its sCore wholesale strategy. This decision affects 67 employees in Germany and Poland, with business activities ceasing by the end of 2024. … Read the full press release