EBRD Financing Unlocks Heavy Lift Infrastructure Across Central Asia

EBRD Financing Unlocks Heavy Lift Infrastructure Across Central Asia Across Central Asia, a quiet but decisive shift is under way. Wind farms are rising across open steppe, ports and rail corridors are being upgraded, and the logistics chains that once served only extractive industries are being repurposed for renewable energy and international trade. None of … Read more…

EU Backs Rail Upgrade in Montenegro to Bolster Balkan Connectivity

EU Backs Rail Upgrade in Montenegro to Bolster Balkan Connectivity The European Union has committed a substantial €175.6 million package to reconstruct 39 kilometres of the Bar-Golubovci railway line, a critical segment of Rail Route 4 within the extended Trans-European Transport Network core corridors. This initiative links Belgrade to Montenegro’s Port of Bar, forging a … Read more…

Bentley Systems Expands Asset Analytics Capabilities with Strategic Acquisitions

Bentley Systems Expands Asset Analytics Capabilities with Strategic Acquisitions Bentley Systems has taken a decisive step to reinforce its position in infrastructure asset intelligence with the acquisition of Talon Aerolytics and the technology and technical expertise of Pointivo. Both transactions were completed in December and are squarely focused on expanding Bentley’s Asset Analytics portfoli… Read more…

Resetting the Clock on West Yorkshire Mass Transit

Resetting the Clock on West Yorkshire Mass Transit West Yorkshire’s long anticipated mass transit scheme has entered a more deliberate phase, with the UK government and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority revising the programme timeline for what is now a £2.5 billion investment. Full completion and the start of passenger services are expected in the … Read more…

Brazil Reopens Consultation for Strategic Port Lease at São Sebastião

Brazil Reopens Consultation for Strategic Port Lease at São Sebastião Brazil’s port sector rarely stands still for long, yet some decisions carry more weight than others. The reopening of public consultation on the leasing of area SSB01 at the Organized Port of São Sebastião sits firmly in that category. Approved by Brazil’s National Waterway Transportation … Read more…

Major Stations, Rail and Systems Contract Opens for Toronto Subway Expansion

Major Stations, Rail and Systems Contract Opens for Toronto Subway Expansion Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx have taken a decisive step forward in delivering one of the Greater Toronto Area’s most strategically important transit investments. With the release of a Request for Qualifications for the Stations, Rail and Systems package of the Yonge North Subway Extension, … Read more…

Renewable Energy and Logistics Infrastructure Investments in Kazakhstan

Renewable Energy and Logistics Infrastructure Investments in Kazakhstan Kazakhstan’s push to modernise its energy and logistics backbone has taken a decisive step forward with new financing from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The multilateral lender has agreed to provide up to €25 million in long term funding to Sarens Kazakhstan, reinforcing the country’s … Read more…

EBRD Investment Securing Water and Agriculture in Morocco

EBRD Investment Securing Water and Agriculture in Morocco Water has always shaped Morocco’s agricultural heartlands, but in recent decades the balance has tilted dangerously. Declining rainfall, rising temperatures and relentless pressure on groundwater have left entire regions exposed. Against that backdrop, the third and final phase of the Saïss Water Conservation Programme stands out as … Read more…

Investing in Power for Saudi Arabia’s Mountain Economy

Investing in Power for Saudi Arabia’s Mountain Economy High above the Red Sea coast, where the Sarawat Mountains reshape long-held assumptions about Saudi Arabia’s geography, Soudah Peaks is emerging as one of the Kingdom’s most technically demanding destination developments. Rising to 3,015 metres above sea level, the project occupies a rare climatic and geographic position, … Read more…

ADB Expands Finance and Infrastructure Investment in Papua New Guinea

ADB Expands Finance and Infrastructure Investment in Papua New Guinea Papua New Guinea stands at a pivotal moment in its development trajectory. With a rapidly growing population, vast natural resources, and deeply entrenched geographic challenges, the country faces a familiar dilemma across the Pacific region: how to translate economic potential into inclusive, resilient growth. In … Read more…

Poland’s Offshore Wind Ambitions Gain Momentum with EIB Finance

Poland’s Offshore Wind Ambitions Gain Momentum with EIB Finance The European Investment Bank will commit €600 million to the construction of BC-Wind, a 390 MW offshore wind farm in the Baltic Sea that is set to become a cornerstone of Poland’s clean energy transition. Once operational, the project is expected to supply electricity to close … Read more…

Strategic Finance Behind Europe’s Lithium Energy Ambitions

Strategic Finance Behind Europe’s Lithium Energy Ambitions Europe’s race to secure critical raw materials has taken a decisive step forward with the European Investment Bank agreeing to provide €250 million in project financing for Vulcan Energy’s Phase One Lionheart Project in Germany’s Upper Rhine Valley. Valued at approximately €2 billion, the project represents one of … Read more…

EBRD Road Finance Reinforces Moldova’s Gateway to European Markets

EBRD Road Finance Reinforces Moldova’s Gateway to European Markets Moldova’s road network has moved back into the spotlight following a fresh commitment from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. A further €150 million project finance package has been agreed to rehabilitate and modernise key road corridors across the country, reinforcing Moldova’s position as a … Read more…

ADB Financing Climate Resilient Roads in Timor Leste

ADB Financing Climate Resilient Roads in Timor Leste The Government of Timor-Leste and the Asian Development Bank have formalised a significant financing package aimed at restoring and futureproofing a vital section of the country’s national road network. The agreement brings together a $75 million loan and a $3 million grant, focused on rehabilitating a strategic … Read more…

IsDB Mobilises $1.36 Billion in Development Finance for the Region

IsDB Mobilises $1.36 Billion in Development Finance for the Region The Islamic Development Bank has approved a substantial new financing package worth approximately US$ 1.365 billion, marking one of the most wide ranging rounds of development support in recent months. Endorsed during the 363rd meeting of the Board of Executive Directors, the approvals span 14 … Read more…

ADB Mobilises Climate Finance for Ulaanbaatar’s Urban Transport Upgrade

ADB Mobilises Climate Finance for Ulaanbaatar’s Urban Transport Upgrade The Asian Development Bank has approved a $60 million loan for the project finance to support the Government of Mongolia in transforming urban mobility in Ulaanbaatar through the construction of the city’s first bus rapid transit corridor. Complementing the loan is a $500,000 grant from the … Read more…

EBRD Channels Investment into Türkiye’s Wind Power Future

EBRD Channels Investment into Türkiye’s Wind Power Future Türkiye’s renewable energy transition has taken another decisive step forward as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has committed US$ 200 million, equivalent to €172 million, to support new onshore wind capacity developed by Enerjisa Enerji Üretim A.Ş. The financing will enable the construction of 250 … Read more…

KIAD Railway Insurance Backing Powers Türkiye’s Strategic Rail Expansion

KIAD Railway Insurance Backing Powers Türkiye’s Strategic Rail Expansion Türkiye’s ambitious push to modernise its rail infrastructure has taken a decisive step forward with a major insurance commitment backing one of the country’s most strategically important transport corridors. The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit has approved EUR 135 million in … Read more…

Laldia Container Terminal to Reshape Bangladesh’s Maritime Future

Laldia Container Terminal to Reshape Bangladesh’s Maritime Future Bangladesh has taken a decisive step to expand its maritime capacity with the approval of a public-private partnership between the interim government and APM Terminals BV, a Netherlands-based subsidiary of the Maersk Group. The project finance agreement authorises the design, financing, construction, and long-term operation of the &… Read more…

Strengthening Regional Road Links in Colombia Through PPP Finance

Strengthening Regional Road Links in Colombia Through PPP Finance Colombia’s National Infrastructure Agency has extended the deadline for submitting bids for the Public-Private Partnership of the El Estanquillo to Popayán road corridor. Bidders now have until 23 December 2025 to deliver proposals for what has become one of the country’s most strategically significant transport schemes. … Read more…

Transforming Coastal Ferry Routes and Mobility in São Paulo

Transforming Coastal Ferry Routes and Mobility in São Paulo São Paulo’s extensive network of ferry routes has long served as a vital transport backbone for coastal communities, commuters, and regional industries. Now, with a bold public private partnership set to reshape the entire system, the state is preparing for a modernisation programme that blends cleaner … Read more…

Heathrow Expansion and the Future of UK Airport Capacity

Heathrow Expansion and the Future of UK Airport Capacity Heathrow’s long-debated third runway has resurfaced as one of the UK’s most consequential infrastructure proposals, promising to reshape national aviation capacity while reigniting environmental and political tensions. The government’s recent decision to support Heathrow Airport’s preferred option marks a defining moment for a country balanc… Read more…

Kenya’s Landmark Highway Expansion Moves Into High Gear

Kenya’s Landmark Highway Expansion Moves Into High Gear Kenya has set the wheels in motion for one of its most ambitious transport upgrades in recent years as work begins on the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit highway expansion. Valued at approximately US$1.5 billion, the project marks a significant shift in how Kenya approaches large-scale road development, leaning heavily … Read more…

Strengthening Uganda’s Strategic Road Network

Strengthening Uganda’s Strategic Road Network Uganda is preparing for a decisive leap forward in its national road infrastructure as the African Development Bank and the Government of Uganda advance two high value transport projects designed to support economic growth, reduce congestion and anchor the country’s role as a regional gateway. A new Expression of Interest … Read more…

Regional Corridor Investment Advancing Connectivity Across East Africa

Regional Corridor Investment Advancing Connectivity Across East Africa The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved US$214.47 million in financing to advance the second phase of the South Sudan Ethiopia Djibouti Transport Corridor Project. The investment marks another decisive step in the region’s long term ambition to establish a seamless, high … Read more…

Modernising Jordan’s Border Gateways

Modernising Jordan’s Border Gateways Jordan has placed the modernisation of the King Hussein Bridge at the forefront of its transport and logistics agenda, recognising the strategic weight this crossing holds for national commerce and regional stability. The government recently reviewed a comprehensive development plan designed to reshape infrastructure and services at the border with the … Read more…

Jubail Buraidah Pipeline Marks Major Milestone In Saudi Water Security

Jubail Buraidah Pipeline Marks Major Milestone In Saudi Water Security Saudi Arabia has taken another decisive step toward long term water resilience with the Saudi Water Partnership Company confirming the financial close of the Jubail Buraidah Independent Water Transmission Pipeline Project. The announcement underscores a growing confidence in private sector partnerships, particularly as the init… Read more…

NDB Accelerating India’s Low Carbon Energy Transition

NDB Accelerating India’s Low Carbon Energy Transition India’s journey towards sustainable energy remains one of the most ambitious in the world. Its expanding population and economic development are driving substantial energy demand, and meeting that demand while reducing emissions requires significant investment in renewables, new infrastructure, and advanced technologies. To address this challen… Read more…

ADB Investment Strengthens Climate Resilient Road Networks in South Java

ADB Investment Strengthens Climate Resilient Road Networks in South Java Java’s southern coastline has long been overshadowed by the island’s well-connected north, where major highways, ports, and economic centres boost trade, logistics, and industrial development. Rural agricultural communities along the southern corridor rely on narrow dirt roads, fragmented access links, and inefficient transpo… Read more…

Sandvik Secures European Financing to Advance Mining Automation

Sandvik Secures European Financing to Advance Mining Automation The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed a substantial €500 million loan to Sandvik, the Stockholm-based engineering giant, to underwrite its 2026-2029 R&D push. This financing is set to accelerate the development of next-generation cutting technologies, tooling systems, battery-electric mining equipment and advanced autom… Read more…

EIB Investing €289.5m for India’s Sustainable Metro Growth

EIB Investing €289.5m for India’s Sustainable Metro Growth The European Investment Bank (EIB), through its international development arm EIB Global, has approved €289.5 million in new financing to support the expansion of sustainable metro networks in India. The investment consists of a €240 million loan to extend the Nagpur metro and a €49.5 million top‑up … Read more…

Modernising Mauritania’s Strategic Railway Corridor

Modernising Mauritania’s Strategic Railway Corridor Mauritania’s iron ore industry depends heavily on a single rail artery stretching from the mining hub of Zouerate to the Atlantic port of Nouadhibou. This corridor carries the backbone of the nation’s exports, yet decades of pressure, ageing assets, and expanding industrial ambitions have pushed the system to its limits. … Read more…

Mobilising Finance for Maharashtra’s Low Carbon Road Transformation

Mobilising Finance for Maharashtra’s Low Carbon Road Transformation The Asian Development Bank has approved a substantial results-based project finance lending programme valued at $400 million to accelerate Maharashtra’s transition toward climate-resilient, low-carbon and inclusive road networks. This major investment prioritises rural connectivity, particularly in regions that have historic… Read more…

Modernising Uzbekistan’s Pipe Infrastructure with Strategic EBRD Investment

Modernising Uzbekistan’s Pipe Infrastructure with Strategic EBRD Investment Uzbekistan’s long-term infrastructure plans have gained renewed momentum with targeted investments aimed at improving the reliability and resilience of essential networks. Central to these efforts is the expansion of Tashkent Pipe Plant, the country’s leading private manufacturer of prefabricated steel products. The Europe… Read more…

Kenya Uganda Expressway to Reshape East Africa’s Transport Future

Kenya Uganda Expressway to Reshape East Africa’s Transport Future The East African Community has confirmed that construction work on the Kenya Uganda Expressway is preparing to break ground, signalling a pivotal shift for mobility across the Northern Corridor. This announcement follows extensive bilateral discussions and the completion of feasibility studies that classify the scheme as … Read more…

Investing in Smarter Mobility along Chile’s Route 160

Investing in Smarter Mobility along Chile’s Route 160 Chile’s ambitious plan to modernise one of Greater Concepción’s most heavily travelled corridors has taken a decisive step forward after Consorcio Electro-Cointer emerged as the sole bidder for the Ruta 160 Public Transport Corridor Concession. The initiative, carrying a projected project finance investment of US$171 million… Read more…

New Era of Port Investment as Laldia Positions Bangladesh for Growth

New Era of Port Investment as Laldia Positions Bangladesh for Growth Bangladesh has taken a decisive step towards reshaping its maritime future with the approval of a major public-private partnership with APM Terminals BV, the Netherlands-based arm of the Maersk Group. The agreement sets in motion the design, project finance, construction and long-term operation of … Read more…

Africa’s Infrastructure Investment Horizon

Africa’s Infrastructure Investment Horizon Africa’s infrastructure sector is entering a pivotal moment, shaped by rising demand, bold policy reforms and stronger capital mobilisation. The African Development Bank (AfDB) estimates the continent faces an annual infrastructure financing gap of USD 130-170 billion across transport, energy, water, logistics and digital systems. Rather than hindering pr… Read more…

Serbia Advances Rail Modernisation With New EBRD Investment

Serbia Advances Rail Modernisation With New EBRD Investment Serbia’s rail network is entering a new era of renewal as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development commits up to €42 million in sovereign-guaranteed financing for the purchase of 12 modern sleeping cars. The investment marks a pivotal moment for the country’s long-term mobility ambitions, enabling … Read more…

Empowering Panama for a Sustainable Energy Future

Empowering Panama for a Sustainable Energy Future Panama’s electricity landscape is entering a new phase of modernisation with a landmark $300 million framework loan agreed between the EIB Global, the international partnerships and development arm of the European Investment Bank, and Naturgy Energy Group through its Panamanian distributors EDEMET and EDECHI. As the largest EIB … Read more…