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Europe could add 148 GW of wind by 2030, but grid access is emerging as the next investment bottleneck

WindEurope expects €17.3 billion invested in new wind projects through September 2026 to finance 9.8 GW of capacity. Guy Brindley, Head of Market Intelligence at WindEurope, tells EUBizNews that investor appetite and supply-chain capabilities remain strong, while grids, permitting and auction design increasingly determine whether projects move from financing to construction.

Patricio De Gaetano•Oct 21, 2026•5 min read

Morgan Stanley Warns Deferred Refinery Maintenance to Prolong Global Fuel Market Tightness Through 2027

Morgan Stanley projects that deferred refinery maintenance will keep global fuel markets tight until mid-2027, with peak outages set to exacerbate diesel and gasoil supply constraints.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 21, 2026

Ambio raises €5.1 million to boost AI-driven recycled plastics procurement

Helsinki-based Ambio has secured €5.1 million in seed funding, led by b2venture, to develop an AI-powered platform aimed at making recycled plastics procurement more reliable and supporting EU sustainability goals.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 15, 2026

BHP Nears Deal With Escondida Workers, Easing Fears Over Global Copper Supply

A union leader says a wage deal at BHP’s Escondida mine is virtually done, a move set to stabilize copper supply and ease volatility in global markets.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 14, 2026

Southern Perú to Invest Nearly €447 Million in Toquepala, Boosting Local Economy

Southern Perú’s planned €447 million investment in the Toquepala mine is set to strengthen the region’s economy and drive growth in the Peruvian mining sector.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 14, 2026

EU Hybrid Vehicle Quota to Halve Chinese Market Share, Reshaping Competition for European Carmakers

The European Union will cap Chinese hybrid vehicle imports at 350,000 per year from December, a move expected to halve China’s market share and bolster EU automakers.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 12, 2026

French Power Prices Break €100 Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

French year-ahead power prices have exceeded €100/MWh for the first time since 2023, as renewed risks of US strikes on Iran disrupt European energy markets.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 8, 2026

EIB and Santander Unlock €300 Million for SMEs in European Security and Defence

The European Investment Bank and Santander have signed a guarantee agreement to mobilise €300 million in financing for SMEs and mid-caps in the security and defence supply chain, strengthening the EU's strategic autonomy.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 8, 2026

Shell Set to Nearly Double Refinery Profits Amid Global Fuel Shortages

Shell forecasts refinery profit margins to nearly double in Q3 2026 as global fuel shortages and damaged supply chains drive record prices, underscoring how geopolitical instability is reshaping the energy market.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 7, 2026

Edonia Raises €15 Million for Microalgae Protein as EU Pushes Sustainable Food

French startup Edonia has secured €15 million to expand its microalgae-based meat alternatives, supporting EU efforts to cut food-sector emissions.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 6, 2026

Fashion’s Global Supply Chain Becomes a Geopolitical Test for Europe

From fossil-based fibres and cotton cultivation to manufacturing, logistics and textile waste, every garment connects multiple countries. Europe’s circular ambitions will depend on whether traceability and producer responsibility can extend across that entire network.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 4, 2026

China’s Anti-Dumping Probe into EU Chemicals Raises Stakes for Latin American Trade

China’s anti-dumping investigation into European chemical exports escalates EU–China trade tensions, with spillover risks and opportunities for Latin America.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 3, 2026

G7 Nations Release Diesel Stocks to Curb Surging Fuel Prices Amid Global Conflicts

The G7's release of 100 million barrels of diesel, coordinated through the IEA, aims to stabilize world fuel prices amid conflict-driven supply disruptions.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 2, 2026

EU Coffee Import Value Doubles in a Decade Amid Surging Demand

The value of EU coffee imports soared to €18.7 billion in 2025, up from €8.6 billion in 2015, led by rising demand and strong supply from Brazil and Vietnam.

EUBizNews Editorial•Oct 1, 2026

Cotierra raises €2.65M to expand biochar for tropical agriculture

Zurich-based Cotierra secures €2.65 million to scale decentralised biochar tech, aiming to boost soil health and cut supply-chain emissions in tropical regions.

EUBizNews Editorial•Sep 29, 2026

Bertolotti Unveils Battery Shunting Locomotive for Milano Metro at InnoTrans

Italian manufacturer Bertolotti showcased its e² Formula battery shunting locomotive at InnoTrans 2026, marking a step forward for sustainable urban rail and highlighting growing adoption of battery technology in European metro systems.

EUBizNews Editorial•Sep 29, 2026

Argentina Threatens UK with Legal Action Over Falklands Oil Project

President Javier Milei gives the UK a two-week ultimatum to halt the Sea Lion oil project near the Falkland Islands, escalating a long-running dispute over sovereignty and resources.

EUBizNews Editorial•Sep 29, 2026

Shein Quarterly Profit Plunges 67% as European Sales and Costs Weigh

Shein reported a 67% drop in quarterly profit as rising operational costs and slumping European sales threaten its fast-fashion business model.

EUBizNews Editorial•Sep 28, 2026

EU Presses UK to Impose Tariffs on Chinese EVs Amid Backdoor Fears

Brussels is urging the UK to levy tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, warning that Britain could become a conduit for Chinese automakers seeking entry into the EU market.

EUBizNews Editorial•Sep 28, 2026

Nissan Targets European Urban EV Market with Pixo Launch, Excluding Japan

Nissan unveiled the all-electric Pixo for Europe on September 23, aiming to boost its presence in the continent's urban EV segment while excluding its home market of Japan.

EUBizNews Editorial•Sep 26, 2026

From a Local Resume to Global Talent: How to Build a Career Without Borders

Artificial intelligence, multicultural teams and cross-border business are redefining what it means to have an international career. The decisive advantage is no longer simply having worked abroad, but being able to transfer knowledge, interpret unfamiliar contexts and create value across markets.

Sep 24, 2026

Spanish Farmers Demand Emergency Aid as Iran War Drives Up Diesel and Fertilizer Costs

Supply Chains

Europe could add 148 GW of wind by 2030, but grid access is emerging as the next investment bottleneck

Morgan Stanley Warns Deferred Refinery Maintenance to Prolong Global Fuel Market Tightness Through 2027

Ambio raises €5.1 million to boost AI-driven recycled plastics procurement

BHP Nears Deal With Escondida Workers, Easing Fears Over Global Copper Supply

Southern Perú to Invest Nearly €447 Million in Toquepala, Boosting Local Economy

EU Hybrid Vehicle Quota to Halve Chinese Market Share, Reshaping Competition for European Carmakers

French Power Prices Break €100 Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

EIB and Santander Unlock €300 Million for SMEs in European Security and Defence

Shell Set to Nearly Double Refinery Profits Amid Global Fuel Shortages

Edonia Raises €15 Million for Microalgae Protein as EU Pushes Sustainable Food

Fashion’s Global Supply Chain Becomes a Geopolitical Test for Europe

China’s Anti-Dumping Probe into EU Chemicals Raises Stakes for Latin American Trade

G7 Nations Release Diesel Stocks to Curb Surging Fuel Prices Amid Global Conflicts

EU Coffee Import Value Doubles in a Decade Amid Surging Demand

Cotierra raises €2.65M to expand biochar for tropical agriculture

Bertolotti Unveils Battery Shunting Locomotive for Milano Metro at InnoTrans

Argentina Threatens UK with Legal Action Over Falklands Oil Project

Shein Quarterly Profit Plunges 67% as European Sales and Costs Weigh

EU Presses UK to Impose Tariffs on Chinese EVs Amid Backdoor Fears

Nissan Targets European Urban EV Market with Pixo Launch, Excluding Japan

From a Local Resume to Global Talent: How to Build a Career Without Borders

Spanish Farmers Demand Emergency Aid as Iran War Drives Up Diesel and Fertilizer Costs

Morphotonics' €40M raise positions Dutch firm at forefront of smart glasses optics

InnoTrans 2026: Rail Market Grows, But Europe Faces €6.8bn Threat Amid Geopolitical Risks

ADNOC’s XRG Eyes €2,61 million Stake in Energos Amid LNG Supply Chain Shift

Barilla invests €100 million in new integrated pasta hub in southern Italy

Lufthansa Cargo Targets Ultra-Urgent Shipments Amid Intensifying Air Freight Competition

World Coffee Innovation Summit returns to London with focus on coffee and cocoa resilience

BYD to Manufacture Trucks in Europe, Deepening Bid to Become 'European Company'

Einride and Lidl deploy Germany’s first driverless cab-less truck on public roads