Wallonia’s reputation as a destination for avionics innovation is gathering pace, as infrastructure develops around its aerospace cluster and links are forged between research and business.
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Sheffield shows its digital talent
Sheffield is famous for a number of reasons, but another may soon need to be added to the list as the city continues to make a name for itself in digital media and the creative industries.
Milan's big moment
If Italy is to recover from its economic doldrums, the country’s business capital of Milan will need to lead by example. Hopes are being hinged on Expo 2015 to help the city do just that.
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Northern Ireland's delicate development
The Maze Long Kesh development site in Northern Ireland has ambitions to become a centre of excellence for agribusiness and a major event venue. However, within its grounds is the notorious but disused Maze prison, a matter its managers are only too aware needs handling with great sensitivity.
Spain's FDI salvation?
Spain is in crisis, with unemployment at a record high, social morale alarmingly low, and charges of corruption being brought against its bankers, politicians and even its royal family. The only salvation, and one that has the potential to help the country return to its feet, is the slowly rising level of FDI inflows.
Italy’s investment promotion efforts get an overhaul
Italy has established a new investment promotion agency, the Italian Trade Promotion Agency.
Volgograd wakes up to investment potential
The Russian city of Volgograd has traditionally shied away from promoting itself as an investment hotspot, despite boasting a large, educated workforce and being abundant in natural resources. However, this state of inertia is about to change.
French cities prove that size isn't everything
Paris may attract the lion's share of France's FDI inflows, but the leaders of other French cities – Toulouse, Nice, Marseille and Lille – argue that there are just as many opportunities for investment elsewhere in the country, with specialist hubs and clusters growing in the life sciences, aerospace and textiles sectors.
European FDI continues to struggle
First-quarter figures show European FDI remains in a slump.
Energy sector key to Cyprus's rebuilding efforts
Stimulating FDI is a priority for Cyprus as it dusts itself off after the shock of its EU bailout.
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