Technical Assistance
The EIB offers a range of upstream technical assistance in addition to financial support. The form of this assistance varies according to geographical constraints.
To facilitate project appraisal and provision of Technical Assistance, the EIB Projects Directorate employs specialist sectoral economists and engineers who assess and advise on individual projects.
Within the EU, the EIB performs detailed due diligence prior to investment. All projects must follow the environmental and procurement directives of the EU.
In both the ACP and the Mediterranean Neighbourhood (FEMIP) countries, the Bank provides technical assistance for project preparation.
The forms of technical assistance available include:
- Studies in the areas of legislation, regulatory reform and the award of concessions
- Feasibility studies
- Project management units to avoid delays and cost overruns