Maite Cordero
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- European Investment Bank
- Communication Department
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- 28006 Madrid
- Spain
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More press releases
18 September 2025
Portugal and the EIB approve €1.34 billion framework loan for affordable housing
The Republic of Portugal and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have signed the first €450 million tranche of a landmark €1.34 billion framework loan approved by the EIB to co-finance the investment programme in affordable public housing in Portugal. This strategic agreement marks a major step forward in addressing Portugal’s housing challenges while promoting social inclusion, territorial cohesion, and environmental sustainability.
30 July 2025
Portugal: EIB and BPI to provide €190 million in financing for companies
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Banco BPI have signed an agreement to create a new credit portfolio of up to €190 million in financing for mid-caps in Portugal, with better credit conditions. This funding will be used for productive investments in strategic sectors. The new loans are also expected to benefit companies operating in priority cohesion regions of Portugal, directly contributing to promote regional development and economic convergence in Portugal.
29 July 2025
Portugal signs concession and first tranche of financing for new Lisbon-Porto high-speed line
The construction of the high-speed line Lisbon-Porto takes a decisive step with the signing of the concession and financing of the first section connecting Porto–Oiã. The signings have been announced in a joint ceremony held today at the headquarters of Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP), the public entity responsible for managing the Portuguese rail network.