we receive e we publish the following press release issued by CDP.
The Board of Directors of Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP), chaired by Giovanni Gorno Tempini, on the proposal of the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager Dario Scannapieco he deliberated new operations for a total value of 2 billion euros in favor of large Italian companies, significant infrastructure projects and international cooperation initiatives.
Support for strategic sectors and Made in Italy
In line with CDP's role as an institution alongside businesses, the Board of Directors has authorized new operations to accelerate investments by groups active in key sectors such as transport and digitalization, supporting initiatives for export, green transition and innovation. The interventions will also be aimed at supporting the production chains that represent Made in Italy in the world.
Interventions dedicated to the development of sustainable infrastructures
The Board of Directors has renewed its support for the modernization and strengthening of strategic works in the logistics hub sector to consolidate the centrality of the country in the Mediterranean, as a gateway to Europe.
Furthermore, with a view to supporting projects aimed at reducing CO emissions2 especially in large urban centers, the Board of Directors has approved the allocation of resources to infrastructures capable of promoting sustainable mobility.
New initiatives in favour of emerging economies
The Council has given the green light to allocate resources for projects dedicated to the growth of small businesses in emerging countries, implemented in partnership with other international financial institutions. In particular, the approved interventions are aimed at supporting women- and youth-led businesses active in the agricultural and textile supply chains, which are also important for the Italian economy.
