The CIMULEC Groupe gets a €1m loan via BPALC to support PCBs production for aeronautics, defence & space. It is the 1st French operation under the €300m EIB-Groupe BPCE package to facilitate access to finance for SMEs in the defence sector. 🔗 go.eib.org/DefenceLoanFrance

EIB Global and BOI Nigeria have concluded a €50 million agreement boost healthcare manufacturing in Nigeria. This project strengthens local production of medicines, vaccines and diagnostics, improving health security and reducing reliance on imports. ➡️ go.eib.org/EIBGlobal_Nigeria

Together with Techcombank, we announce a €200 million credit line for climate investments in Vietnam. This will support green projects by private businesses, from renewable energy to energy efficiency, advancing the country’s energy transition #JETP. ➡️ go.eib.org/Techcombank_VietNam

🛳️ Powering the green transition in Europe’s ports. The €90 million loan to the Port of Rotterdam will help large container ships make use of shore power in three deep-sea terminals, strengthening Europe's energy autonomy and competitiveness. ➡️ go.eib.org/PortOfRotterdam

An hour gained each day for school, work, rest. Our water investment provided in 2025 will: 🔵 bring cleaner water to over 13m people outside Europe 🔵 save 270k women up to 1 hour daily 🔵 help boost girls’ school attendance by up to 15% 🔗 go.eib.org/GenderEquality #WorldWaterDay #IWD2026

Looking back on our #EIBForum, watch @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu António Costa as he outlined the EIB Group’s role in: 🔵strengthening competitiveness and energy autonomy 🔵reinforcing security and defence 🔵boosting Europe's global presence His words feel very timely after yesterday’s #EUCO⤵️

In Cherkasy, Ukraine, EIB-backed projects are making a difference: 🏠 Social housing for approximately 130 displaced people 🏥 New emergency medical centre Supporting Ukraine’s recovery, resilience and essential services with EU support. ➡️ go.eib.org/Ukraine_SocialHousing

The EIB Group welcomes Marko Primorac as its Vice-President, the first to represent Croatia at the EIB. We look forward to benefit from Dr Primorac‘s extensive experience in public finance as we continue to advance EU policy objectives ⤵️ go.eib.org/Primorac_EIB

We’re investing €146m in Kronospan’s green energy push. Solar power, battery storage and electric vehicles across manufacturing sites in Poland, Czechia & Slovakia will cut emissions, boost energy independence and support Europe’s sustainable housing supply chain👇 go.eib.org/Kronospan_EIB

Through #InvestEU, we are investing in Europe’s future capital markets. We have signed our first pre-IPO advisory agreement with Anocca, helping the company strengthen governance and get ready for a potential stock market listing. 👉 go.eib.org/Sweden_IPO

Solidarity. This is what it takes to drive gender equality forward for @avalaina.bsky.social, Chair of #NobelPeacePrize winner Center for Civil Liberties. At the EIB Group, we are committed to ensuring that every woman and girl has the opportunity to learn, lead, work, and innovate. #IWD2026

In collaboration with Unicredit Bank, we unlock up to €400 million in financing for Mid-Caps in Czechia & Slovakia. The EIB guarantee of €20 million will enable local lender to unlock double the amount in favourable loans for Czech and Slovak manufacturers & exporters➡️ go.eib.org/CzechSlovakMidCaps

At the #EuronextAnnualConference2026, President @nadiacalvino.eib.org highlighted that the EIF European Tech Champions Initiative has anchored 14 mega funds, already nurturing the creation of 11 unicorns.

'Alongside the scaling up of existing instruments, we're going to be exploring and launching new ones. And in particular, an exit toolbox for venture capital investors.' 🎙️President @nadiacalvino.eib.org, #EuronextAnnualConference2026

Together with Natixis and SunPrimeEnergy, we signed a €507 million programme to deploy 290 MWp of solar and 350 MW of battery storage across Italy. The project will generate clean power for 160k households, strengthening grid flexibility and cutting CO₂ emissions. ➡️ go.eib.org/Italy_SolarStorage

We’re committing $70m to PATRIZIA’s Emerging Asia Sustainable Infrastructure Fund to boost renewable energy, sustainable cooling and low-carbon mobility. The initiative will support the energy transition and mobilise private investment across Asia. 👉 bit.ly/PATRIZIA_EIB

We’re upgrading our independent Complaint Mechanism policy, now open for public consultation. It aims to improve complaint handling and strengthen our focus on alleged environmental and social impacts, as well as access to information. Have your say ⤵️ go.eib.org/ComplaintMec...

We’re committing €40 million to Speedinvest’s first Africa-focused fund to back high-growth tech start-ups and strengthen Europe–Africa innovation ties. At least 30% of the capital will support companies advancing gender equality. 👉 www.eib.org/en/press/all...

We support the Villeta Green H2 Fertiliser Plant in Paraguay with up to $95m through EIB Global. The project is set to become one of the first industrial scale green hydrogen fertiliser plants outside the EU & the world’s largest at start of operations. 👉 www.eib.org/en/press/all...

Europe security matters now more than ever. In our "Invested by Europe" podcast, we look at what this means in practice: from joint procurement to new financing tools for innovation. 🎧Tune in to hear why 🇪🇺 is stepping up on security and defence go.eib.org/InvestedbyEuropeSecurityDefence

We're boosting Paraguay’s electricity networks. Through EIB Global, we're joining forces with IDB and @ec.europa.eu to provide $150m for electricity systems upgrades. This will help reduce blackout risks & improve the country's energy security. 🔗 go.eib.org/Paraguayelectricity

President @nadiacalvino.eib.org presented our activity in Portugal in 2025, a record year with €3bn in new financing. From transport and education to housing and green projects, discover our impact across the country, the highest among EU-27 Member States. 🎙️⤵️

We’re backing Iren with €225m to advance the circular economy and improve energy efficiency in Italy. The investment will support 🔵waste collection and recycling 🔵pay‑as‑you‑throw systems 🔵buildings managed by non‑profits to reduce energy consumption. 👉 go.eib.org/Italy_Iren

We're providing €50m to expand care facilities across Catalonia, marking the final tranche of our €150m loan with the Institut Català de Finances (ICF). The financing will create 7,500 care places for older people, people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups. 🔗 go.eib.org/Spain_ICF

Empathy. This is what it takes to drive gender equality forward for Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, actor and @undp.org Goodwill Ambassador. In the past five years, we have significantly expanded our gender-focused investments, more than doubling financing to over €30 billion. #IWD2026

The EIF is providing an additional €250m guarantee to BNP Paribas, bringing the total to €325m. This is expected to mobilise €465m+ in financing and support up to 100 transactions for innovative & sustainable SMEs across the EU in the next 3 years. 🔗 go.eib.org/France_BNPPa...

🎙️At the #NuclearEnergySummit in Paris, VP Fayolle underlined the Bank’s robust experience in financing projects in the areas of fuel cycle management, enrichment and security and highlighted readiness to support Small Modular Reactor projects. ▶️ www.youtube.com/live/THDhxPf0wok?si=s4SxnXX5RS_sxIyP

At the #ECOFIN, President @nadiacalvino.eib.org outlined how the EIB Group is working on:
 🔵scaling up European Tech Champions
🔵exit toolbox
🔵more active portfolio management to mobilise €340 billion between 2026-2028, financing successful startups and boosting the Savings and Investments Union.

🎥At the #ECOFIN doorstep, President @nadiacalvino.eib.org spoke about the full alignment at the Eurogroup on reinforcing Europe’s energy infrastructure. We’ve been working closely with @ec.europa.eu on an upcoming package to mobilise €75 billion, boosting clean energy and innovative tech.

We invest €465m with The Nassauische Heimstätte Wohnstadt group to unlock €1bn for affordable, energy-efficient housing in Frankfurt & across Hessen. Supporting construction and modernisation of homes, lowering energy costs & expanding housing crucial for dynamic communities👇 bit.ly/Germany__EIB

At the #ECOFIN, President @nadiacalvino.eib.org outlined how the EIB Group is working on:
 🔵scaling up European Tech Champions
🔵exit toolbox
🔵more active portfolio management to mobilise €340 billion between 2026-2028, financing successful startups and boosting the Savings and Investments Union.

🎥At the #ECOFIN doorstep, President @nadiacalvino.eib.org spoke about the full alignment at the Eurogroup on reinforcing Europe’s energy infrastructure. We’ve been working closely with @ec.europa.eu on an upcoming package to mobilise €75 billion, boosting clean energy and innovative tech.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Courage is one of the qualities we need to drive gender equality forward. Let’s keep fighting together, men and women, for human rights. This is the good fight! #IWD2026💜

Investing in women means investing in Europe and its future. We are proud to celebrate women and their accomplishments - today, and every day. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 💜

Europe is a superpower. By joining forces across public and private institutions and companies, we can tackle today’s challenges and keep Europe on an upward path of shared prosperity, security and welfare. President @nadiacalvino.eib.org at the #BISTForum2026 🎙️⤵️

🎉🙌It's a wrap for the #EIBForum Huge thanks to all partners & attendees who made this event a success, with a special mention for our speakers, including @avalaina.bsky.social, @nikolajcw.bsky.social, Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski & MC Lisa Burke. Looking forward to welcoming you next year✨

👩Women climate leaders gathered at #EIBForum - in presence of President @nadiacalvino.eib.org & Commissioner Jessika Roswall - where they emphasised the need to mobilise capital for climate action via scalable market‑based solutions. To learn more 👉 go.eib.org/WLCN #IWD2026

"You can have the best musicians in the world, but if they tune separately, the result is just noise. Only when they listen to each other and play together does it become music." A nice metaphor for Europe to close the #EIBForum, from Deputy SG Mikołaj Dowgielewicz. go.eib.org/EIBForum_Clo...

"The EIB has always been one of the core partners for Ukraine, even before the war. Since 2007, we’ve been cooperating with the bank on various initiatives closely related to social infrastructure and to making people's life better." Deputy Minister of Finance of Ukraine Olga Zykova at #EIBForum ⤵️

When we do climate projects, we also need to think about how they align with smart economics and the Clean Industrial Deal. At the #EIBForum, VP Fayolle stressed the importance of our Climate Bank Roadmap 2.0, unanimously approved by all 27 members of the Board of Directors.

Commissioner @jessikaroswall.ec.europa.eu underlines the importance of common action and partnership to tackle water resilience in Europe and around the world. #EIBForum 🎙️⤵️

Access to timely & affordable healthcare remains a challenge, despite the progress made globally. VP Nicola Beer underlined the importance of closing the health gap, especially for women and children at #EIBForum panel on Global Health Equity. ▶️ youtube.com/live/jG1qem7...

📽️"Cooperation must replace dependency, and rivalry must give way to partnerships." VP Marek Mora outlines new opportunities for international partnerships at the Global Gateway panel of #EIBForum 👇

"Ukraine and its people have resisted Russian aggression with extraordinary resilience and courage. They defend not only their homeland, but the values of the entire European continent." VP Karl Nehammer at the #EIBForum 🎙️

"Believe in Ukraine, Believe in Europe" Nobel Peace Prize winner Oleksandra Matviichuk @avalaina.bsky.social delivers a strong message as we continue to #StandWithUkraine. #EIBForum

Ukraine continues to face daily drone attacks, causing devastating damage & tragic loss of life. How can international partners help & assist? Join our panel with high-level speakers discussing the rebuilding of Ukraine’s critical infrastructure. #EIBForum go.eib.org/EIBForum_Ukrai…

EIB VP Marek Mora, ecdpm.org ED. San Bilal, EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall, @chief.unops.org Jorge Moreira da Silva & high-level experts discussed how the EU Global Gateway strategy can help drive sustainable growth around the world. Full conversation▶️ www.youtube.com/live/2d7_Ifr... #EIBForum

🎙️Speaking on unlocking investment & trade opportunities, VP Ioannis Tsakiris underlined our role, which goes further than financing ⬇️

🎙️"We have put forward initiatives like the European Tech Initiative & Tech EU to nurture & scale up Europe's venture capital ecosystem, acting as an anchor investor." VP Gelsomina Vigliotti at #EIBForum panel on Digital finance, cryptos and the Savings & Investment Union

Investment in Ukraine is not only about recovery - it's about building a competitive, secure & future-ready economy. "Let us use this opportunity to identify practical pathways to mobilise capital and scale impact." Catch up on VP Karl Nehammer’s speech at the #EIBForum.