EIB Group Steps Up Investment in European Defence and Security Innovation
The EIB Group has approved €9.1 billion in new financing, with a strong focus on strengthening the European Union’s security and defence capabilities. The European Investment Bank’s Board endorsed funding for research and development in the defence sector, as well as strategic infrastructure projects linked to resilience and security. Simultaneously, the European Investment Fund approved an investment in Europe’s first private credit fund exclusively dedicated to the security and defence sector. Backed by the InvestEU programme, the fund will offer tailored debt financing to small and medium-sized enterprises and mid-cap companies across the European defence value chain, enabling their growth and operational scalability.
These investments are part of a broader strategy aimed at reinforcing Europe’s technological sovereignty in the defence sector. Within this framework, the EIF has also approved an investment in a large deep-tech fund under the European Tech Champions initiative, designed to support emerging technologies, including dual-use innovations relevant to security. This commitment confirms the EIB Group’s determination to strengthen its role in promoting European technological leadership and innovation in areas critical to the Union’s security and stability, while supporting innovative enterprises operating in strategic defence sectors.
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