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Tech boom lifts Lisbon

A magnet for tourists, Lisbon is now enjoying an unprecedented bonanza of foreign investment in other sectors, driven primarily by tech.

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Thirst for innovation drives Antwerp's digital development

With a multilingual population, Antwerp enjoys a diverse talent pool that has made it a popular testbed for digital innovation and entrepreneurship.

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Antwerp builds new successes on old

Following renewed impetus from stakeholders across Antwerp, there are ample opportunities for foreign investors in Belgium's second most populous city.

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Antwerp's vice-mayor mixes history and innovation

Antwerp plans to promote both traditional industries and innovative concepts, its vice-mayor tells fDi.

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Antwerp strives for sustainability

Antwerp's authorities are collaborating to foster innovation and sustainability to build on the strengths of its port and chemical cluster.

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Baden-Baden mayor hails collaborative approach

The mayor of Baden-Baden in south-west Germany says that working together with nearby Karlsruhe has helped to bring investment into both cities.

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From Sectors / Metals

Will Rusal involvement can Braidy's Kentucky aluminium mill?

Braidy Industries' planned aluminium mill in Kentucky has brought the issue of political risk to the fore in the US.

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Fintech Revolut takes a fast route to the future

Digital challenger bank Revolut has made fast progress when it comes to customer numbers, and it is carrying out eye-catching expansion plans too.

Brexit fears for UK's fashion and textiles industries

Fears are growing that a ‘no deal’ Brexit could lead to massive job losses in the UK fashion and textile manufacturing sector.

ADB investment set to boost Sri Lankan rail system

Sri Lanka is betting on a $160m loan from the Asian Development Bank to revamp its railway system and thus boost investment.

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