Estonia

Estonian firms remain resilient and adaptable, sustaining strong investment levels despite economic uncertainty, according to the latest European Investment Bank Investment Survey (EIBIS). With 78% of companies investing in 2025 – close to the EU average of 86%, firms are focusing on growth and innovation rather than simply replacing old equipment – a clear sign of ambition.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Estonian national railway infrastructure manager AS Eesti Raudtee have signed a €45 million loan agreement to accelerate the country’s transition to sustainable transport. The company will use the EIB financing to upgrade the rail network and the associated infrastructure, increasing the share of the country’s rail network powered by electricity at the expense of existing diesel traction. This shift will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group opened an office in Estonia today to drive strategic investments and sustainable growth in the country. The new office, located in the capital Tallinn, will focus on priority projects in areas including climate action, digitalisation, security and defence.