The following noteworthy PPP projects reached financial close in 2017:
- The Grand Est, Savoie and Val d'Oise broadband network projects reached financial close in France as part of its PPP programme to improve high-speed internet provision. These schemes involve the design, building, financing, operation, maintenance and commercialisation of publicly-owned fibre broadband networks in low-density areas, not covered by commercial operators.
- The Bursa, Gaziantep, Istanbul Iketelli, Izmir Bayrakli and Manisa integrated health campus projects reached financial close in Turkey as part of its health PPP programme. These schemes involve the design, building, financing and maintenance of integrated health campuses which include, for example, health facilities, R&D units, high technology centres and social living areas.
- The Greek regional airports project was co-financed by the EIB and qualified for EFSI support. This scheme involves the design, building, financing, expansion and refurbishment of 14 regional airports in Greece, under a 40-year concession model.