The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group and Banco Sabadell have announced a major financing initiative that will unlock nearly €1 billion for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap companies across Spain. The agreement aims to strengthen business competitiveness, support investment growth, and improve access to financing for companies facing evolving market challenges.
Under the transaction, the EIB Group has invested €362.5 million in a Banco Sabadell-led securitisation. This investment will allow the bank to provide approximately €975 million in new financing to Spanish businesses, helping them meet liquidity needs and fund strategic investment projects.
A key feature of the deal is the allocation of up to €164 million for companies operating in the security and defence sector. This marks the first time an EIB Group-backed securitisation has included a dedicated component for financing security and defence-related projects, reflecting the European Union’s growing focus on strengthening strategic capabilities.
The operation also supports sustainability goals through a green financing component. Banco Sabadell is expected to originate up to €71.5 million in green loans, helping businesses invest in environmentally responsible projects while contributing to Europe’s climate objectives.
According to EIB Group representatives, the transaction demonstrates how securitisation can mobilise capital, support smaller businesses, and drive investment in key sectors of the economy. Banco Sabadell highlighted that the financing will help Spanish SMEs and mid-caps expand their operations, improve competitiveness, and pursue long-term growth opportunities.
The agreement aligns with the EIB Group’s strategic priorities for 2025–2027, including climate action, innovation, and enhanced European security and defence capabilities. As demand for investment continues to grow, initiatives such as this are expected to play an important role in supporting economic development and strengthening Europe’s business ecosystem.
