Tag Archives: Public Private Partnership

Barnet Council to Deliver 130 Council-Owned Build-to-Rent Homes in Partnership with Aviva and Stories

(IN BRIEF) Barnet Council has obtained permission to build 130 council-owned Build-to-Rent homes at Bunns Lane, Mill Hill—50 percent of which will be affordable. Partnering with Aviva Capital Partners and developer Stories, the scheme includes public spaces, visitor parking, and … Read the full press release

Iberdrola Strengthens E-Mobility in Madrid with New 47-Point Charging Facility

(IN BRIEF) Iberdrola España and the Madrid government have opened a 47-bay EV charging station in Leganés with 15 ultra-fast chargers (350 kW and 240 kW), 10 fast chargers (60 kW) and 22 semi-fast chargers (22 kW). Powered by rooftop … Read the full press release

East End Crossing Partners Enhances Road Markings for Autonomous Vehicles on the Lewis and Clark Bridge

(IN BRIEF) East End Crossing Partners has completed an upgrade to the road markings on the Lewis and Clark Bridge to prepare for the operation of autonomous vehicles. The improvements, which include high-contrast lane boundaries and intersection markings, are designed … Read the full press release

New Joint Venture Between PATRIZIA and Urbania to Deliver Sustainable Housing Solutions in Spain’s Key Metropolitan Areas

(IN BRIEF) PATRIZIA and Urbania have launched a €130 million joint venture, Sustainable Communities Spain (SC Spain), aimed at tackling the housing crisis in Spain by providing sustainable and affordable homes. SC Spain will initially develop 320 social housing units … Read the full press release

EQT Real Estate Partners with ByggVesta for Sustainable Residential Development in Flemingsberg, Stockholm

(IN BRIEF) EQT Real Estate has entered a forward funding agreement with ByggVesta for the second phase of a major residential development in Flemingsberg, southern Stockholm. The project, set to include 805 rental homes, is designed for young professionals, researchers, … Read the full press release

A-Train AB Secures NIB Financing to Upgrade Stockholm Airport Rail Link

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has provided a SEK 560.5 million (€51 million) loan to A-Train AB to finance seven new high-speed electric trains for the Arlanda express rail connection between Stockholm Arlanda Airport and Stockholm Central Station. … Read the full press release

SGS and UAE Ministry of Economy Unite to Elevate Consumer Safety Standards

(IN BRIEF) SGS has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the UAE Ministry of Economy to jointly improve the safety and quality compliance of food and consumer products across the Emirates. The agreement will see both parties launch educational campaigns, … Read the full press release

NWO Awards Over €7.7 Million to Propel TU/e-Led Digital Innovations in Energy Renovation for the Built Environment

(IN BRIEF) The press release announces that the NWO has allocated over 7.7 million euros for four projects aimed at digitizing energy renovation efforts in the built environment. A primary focus of these projects, especially the DPARt project coordinated by … Read the full press release

Transforming University Campuses: €95 Million Boost for Green Student Housing and Modern Academic Facilities

(IN BRIEF) The University of Crete is set to undergo a significant expansion and upgrade of its student housing and academic facilities through a €95 million financing deal from the European Investment Bank (EIB), under a pioneering Public-Private Partnership with … Read the full press release

FORESIGHT Consortium Harnesses Molecular Imaging and AI to Transform Immunotherapy Development

(IN BRIEF) The FORESIGHT consortium, comprising leading researchers from UMC Groningen, Amsterdam UMC, NKI/AVL, and TU/e, has launched a pioneering initiative to advance immunotherapy drug development by leveraging molecular imaging and AI technologies. With a grant of at least €9 … Read the full press release

Roche and Genentech Unveil Cutting-Edge R&D Hub at Harvard Campus to Revolutionize Healthcare Research

(IN BRIEF) Roche announced the launch of the Roche Genentech Innovation Center Boston at Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus in Allston, establishing a hub that will drive breakthroughs in Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism research while also leveraging data science and AI … Read the full press release

Siemens Mobility Unveils Full-Scale Mockup for Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport Project, Showcasing Future Public Transport Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Siemens Mobility, in partnership with Parklife Metro, has revealed a full-scale mockup of a train carriage for the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project, offering a preview of the future metro system. The mockup highlights the spacious, … Read the full press release

Millers Quay Named Build-to-Rent Development of the Year at Insider North West Residential Property Awards 2025

(IN BRIEF) Millers Quay has won the prestigious ‘Build-to-Rent Development of the Year’ award at the Insider North West Residential Property Awards 2025. The judges recognized the project’s unique design, its sustainability features, and the public-private partnership behind it. The … Read the full press release

EC VP Digital Agenda Neelie Kroes speech at Mobile 360 Connected Europe conference (GSMA)

Mobile 360 Connected Europe conference (GSMA) / Brussels To add your comment to this speech, see the social version of the speech here 05-9-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Smart cities mean better urban services, less waste, and citizens empowered to make a difference. This … Read the full press release