EIB funds for Greek highway construction

The European Investment Bank (EIB) is throwing Greece a much-needed economic lifeline in the shape of a €550 million loan. The funding will be used to build new roads and repair existing links, as well as to invest in business. Some €350 million will be used for the construction of 239km of new highways, as well as upgrades to 434km worth of existing roads. The work is expected to help lift Greece’s struggling economy by providing new jobs, as well as encouraging business growth. The funding will help to re
November 15, 2013 Read time: 1 min
Greek highway construction will benefit from an EIB loan, which will also help restart projects that have currrently stalled
The 1054 European Investment Bank (EIB) is throwing Greece a much-needed economic lifeline in the shape of a €550 million loan. The funding will be used to build new roads and repair existing links, as well as to invest in business. Some €350 million will be used for the construction of 239km of new highways, as well as upgrades to 434km worth of existing roads. The work is expected to help lift Greece’s struggling economy by providing new jobs, as well as encouraging business growth. The funding will help to restart a number of highway projects that have stalled since the vast hole in Greece’s finances became apparent.
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