Announcements
RB Rail submits new funding application under the CEF-Digital program
RB Rail AS, representing the three Baltic states’ ministries responsible for the Rail Baltica project, submitted a funding application on 13 February 2025 under the CEF-Digital program “5G Large-Scale Pilots – 5G Coverage Along Transport Corridors”. The application seeks financial support to design and build railway radio communication infrastructure that complies with the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) and provides the opportunity to enable 5G connectivity within the European Transport Network (TEN-T).
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Originally published on 14 Feb
Read MorePrototron spring round open for applicants – €75,000 to be distributed
Prototron Fund, Estonia’s first fund dedicated to financing prototype development, has launched a new competition aimed at finding companies eager to transform their ideas into practical solutions. A total of €75,000 will be distributed among the best applicants, with applications open until 28 February.
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Originally published on 12 Feb
Read MoreCity of Oulu and Verso Energy signed a cooperation agreement
The City of Oulu and Verso Energy of France have signed a joint venture agreement to build a hydrogen refinery in Oulu that will produce 80,000 tonnes of synthetic aviation fuel (eSAF) per year. According to Verso Energy, the plant is estimated to cost €1.4 billion and would employ 250 people.
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Originally published on 14 Feb
Read MoreP2X Solutions launches commercial operation of green hydrogen
P2X Solutions, a Finnish pioneer in green hydrogen, has been the first in Finland to launch commercial operations of green hydrogen at its production plant in Harjavalta. The start of production at the Harjavalta plant is a significant milestone for the Finnish hydrogen economy.
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Originally published on 12 Feb
Read MoreShe’s Next grant awarded to Nordspring and Plūkt
In the She’s Next 2024 grant programme by Visa, two Latvian companies—family-owned soil mix business Nordspring and Nordic herbal tea brand Plūkt—have been announced as winners. Each company will receive €10,000 and a one-year personal business training opportunity.
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Originally published on 13 Feb
Read MoreLatvian AM Craft 3D prints over 1,000 arm caps for LOT
LOT Polish Airlines has adopted 3D-printed arm caps for the economy class seats in its Boeing 737 fleet, marking another milestone in the use of additive manufacturing (AM) for aircraft interior components. The arm caps, designed and produced by AM Craft, address durability issues and supply chain challenges that led to frequent part shortages and failures with traditionally manufactured components.
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Originally published on 12 Feb
Read MoreNordic-Baltic Hydrogen Corridor secures €6.8M in funding
The European Commission has announced that it will allocate a €6.8 million grant to the Nordic-Baltic Hydrogen Corridor (NBHC) to support its feasibility study phase. This decision will significantly enhance establishing the hydrogen infrastructure that will connect Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Germany, forming a vital backbone for Europe’s green energy future. The competition for infrastructure funding in the EU is fierce, so this decision is a great testament to the quality and necessity of the NBHC project and showcase its potential to contribute to the EU’s energy self-sufficiency targets and support the clean energy transition.
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Originally published on 11 Feb
Read MoreEstonian government signs large-scale investment incentive, set to launch in March
In 2024, the Estonian government and Enterprise Estonia committed to implementing a new incentive for large-scale investments. Scheduled to run from 2025 to 2028 and with a total budget of €160 million, the measure aims to increase the competitiveness, export capacity, and added value of businesses operating in Estonia. The Estonian Minister of Economic Affairs and Industry, Erkki Keldo, signed the measure in the first half of February. Applications, managed by Enterprise Estonia, are scheduled to open in March.
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Originally published on 10 Feb
Read MoreRail Baltica announces procurement plan for 2025
To keep potential suppliers and partners informed about procurement priorities for 2025, the Rail Baltica global project is providing a comprehensive overview of ongoing and upcoming procurement activities. These procurements focus on essential services that drive the advancement of the Rail Baltica project, covering key areas such as superstructure construction, environmental assessments, and design work for specific infrastructure elements and facilities.
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Originally published on 10 Feb
Read MoreMapon Acquires Swedish Fleet Management Company Interkom AB
Draugiem Group company Mapon expands its presence in the Nordic region by acquiring 100% of the shares in Interkom AB, a fleet management provider based in Lund, Sweden. Mapon and Interkom AB offer fleet management and GPS tracking solutions, helping clients optimize resource management, enhance road safety, and promote sustainable corporate governance. This acquisition strengthens Mapon’s customer base in Sweden and brings in a team of seasoned professionals, enabling faster growth in the Swedish market.
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Originally published on 10 Feb
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