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Intesa Sanpaolo has finalized a €162.3 million financing agreement for Grimaldi Euromed to acquire three next-generation Pure Car & Truck Carrier ships: Grande Egitto, Grande Pacifico, and Grande Oceania, set for delivery in 2026. This financing supports Grimaldi Group's sustainable growth strategy and fleet modernization efforts, which include a total investment of over USD 1.6 billion for 17 new vessels ordered between 2022 and 2023.

The ships feature advanced technologies such as ammonia readiness, lithium-ion mega batteries, solar panels, and air lubrication systems. The financing is structured as a Green Loan, reflecting Intesa Sanpaolo's commitment to the energy transition, with €84.7 billion disbursed for green projects from 2021 to 2025. The partnership aims to enhance sustainability in the maritime sector, aligning with both companies' long-term goals of reducing environmental impact.