The lion's share of this capital, totaling €4.3 billion, flows to small and medium-sized enterprises across nine EU nations, including Italy, France, Poland, and Greece. By channeling funds through local financial institutions, the bank aims to fortify supply chains in security, defense, space technology, and agriculture. EIB Group President Nadia Calviño emphasized that these guarantees are essential for fostering innovation and securing Europe’s technological autonomy.
Beyond corporate support, the bank is prioritizing the modernization of energy networks to phase out fossil fuel reliance. Germany and Greece will see upgrades to electricity grids, while Italy and Lithuania receive backing for solar energy and district heating systems. Infrastructure development further extends to transport and public health, with new funding allocated for a cross-border rail link between Croatia and Hungary, alongside hospital improvements in France and Poland.
Global initiatives round out the investment strategy, aligning with the EU's Global Gateway policy. Projects include solar and battery storage systems in Egypt, power grid enhancements in Brazil, and financial aid for women farmers across Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. By coupling medical equipment funding in Kosovo with these international ventures, the EIB is positioning its capital to address both local industrial needs and broader geopolitical development goals.
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