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NEPI Rockcastle inaugurates its second photovoltaic park in Romania

NEPI Rockcastle marks another milestone in its energy transition strategy with the inauguration of the second photovoltaic park in its portfolio, located in Ariceștii...

October 28, 2026

Energy

Greenvolt signs agreement with Carrefour to deploy solar carports across up to 120 retail stores in France

Greenvolt Next, a Greenvolt Group company specialised in decentralised renewable energy solutions for the commercial and industrial sectors, has signed an agreement with Carrefour Property to deploy photovoltaic carport installations across Carrefour retail store car parks in France. The agreement follows a national tender launched...

October 28, 2026

Energy

OMV Petrom begins operations at three photovoltaic parks developed in partnership with Renovatio

OMV Petrom announces that three photovoltaic parks developed in partnership with Renovatio have become...

October 28, 2026

Energy

Delgaz Grid completes 4.7 million euros modernisation of Vicov substation in Suceava County

Distribution operator Delgaz Grid has completed the modernisation of the Vicov 110/20 kV substation...

October 27, 2026

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INTERVIEW Valer Hancas, Kaufland: “By 2030, we aim to reach 250 hypermarkets across Romania and the Republic of Moldova”

As Romania’s retail sector navigates economic uncertainty, evolving consumer expectations and accelerating digital transformation,...

October 19, 2026

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INTERVIEW Corina Radu, ALRO: “Good communication needs time to listen, understand and provide context”

The Architects of Perception and Trust | Editorial Series by The Diplomat Bucharest In a...

October 5, 2026

Economics

Deloitte: Private equity investors maintain confidence in Central Europe’s outlook

Private equity investors in Central Europe maintain their confidence in the region's outlook, despite...

October 5, 2026

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Colliers: More than half of Romania’s modern retail stock is over 15 years old as investment shifts towards refurbishment and repositioning

Romania’s retail market is entering a new stage of maturity, with investment increasingly shifting...

October 1, 2026

Analysis

Leonardo Badea, First Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Romania: The role of perceptions in economic choices

When we analyze the performance of the economy and its impact on society and...

September 25, 2026

Analysis

ING: 7 out of 10 Romanians do not invest, even though 60 percent say inflation could erode their savings

For many Romanians, the first step toward investing begins with a financial safety net....

September 18, 2026

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RIVUS becoming a reality – An investment upwards of 550 million euros for a new urban destination in Cluj-Napoca (P)

In an economic context where sustainability and the capacity to generate long-term value are becoming increasingly important, RIVUS is one of the most ambitious...

October 28, 2026

Economics

PwC: 74 percent of companies in the region will increase their cybersecurity budgets in 2027

Companies in Central and Eastern Europe continue to invest in cybersecurity but lag behind...

October 28, 2026

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PwC: 74 percent of companies in the region will increase their cybersecurity budgets in 2027

Companies in Central and Eastern Europe continue to invest in cybersecurity but lag behind...

October 28, 2026

Economics

PEFA: Romanian entrepreneurship needs stability, predictability, investment and strong partnerships to strengthen economic competitiveness (P)

The European Association of Women in Business (PEFA) held the final edition of this...

October 27, 2026

Economics

Filip & Company assists Autonom on the acquisition of Business Lease Romania

Filip & Company law firm has provided legal assistance to Autonom Services S.A. in...

October 27, 2026

Energy

NEPI Rockcastle inaugurates its second photovoltaic park in Romania

NEPI Rockcastle marks another milestone in its energy transition strategy with the inauguration of...

October 28, 2026

Energy

OMV Petrom begins operations at three photovoltaic parks developed in partnership with Renovatio

OMV Petrom announces that three photovoltaic parks developed in partnership with Renovatio have become...

October 28, 2026

Energy

Delgaz Grid completes 4.7 million euros modernisation of Vicov substation in Suceava County

Distribution operator Delgaz Grid has completed the modernisation of the Vicov 110/20 kV substation...

October 27, 2026

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NEPI Rockcastle inaugurates its second photovoltaic park in Romania

NEPI Rockcastle marks another milestone in its energy transition strategy with the inauguration of the second photovoltaic park in its portfolio, located in Ariceștii Rahtivani (Nedelea), Prahova County. The project is part of NEPI Rockcastle’s green energy investment programme, with a budget of over...

October 28, 2026

Energy

Greenvolt signs agreement with Carrefour to deploy solar carports across up to 120 retail stores in France

Greenvolt Next, a Greenvolt Group company specialised in decentralised renewable energy solutions for the...

October 28, 2026

CSR

Rompetrol supports the modernization of the Process Automation Laboratory at UPG Ploiești

Rompetrol – KMG International Group continues its partnership of more than two decades with...

October 28, 2026

Energy

OMV Petrom begins operations at three photovoltaic parks developed in partnership with Renovatio

OMV Petrom announces that three photovoltaic parks developed in partnership with Renovatio have become...

October 28, 2026

Energy

Delgaz Grid completes 4.7 million euros modernisation of Vicov substation in Suceava County

Distribution operator Delgaz Grid has completed the modernisation of the Vicov 110/20 kV substation...

October 27, 2026

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Energy

Greenvolt signs agreement with Carrefour to deploy solar carports across up to 120 retail stores in France

Greenvolt Next, a Greenvolt Group company specialised in decentralised renewable energy solutions for the commercial and industrial sectors, has signed an agreement with Carrefour...

October 28, 2026

News

Flanco appoints Diana Novac as new HR director

Diana Novac joins Flanco as HR Director, bringing 25 years of human resources management...

October 26, 2026

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CTP leases 55,600 sqm to retailer Pepco at CTPark Bucharest West

CTP has signed a lease with Pepco, a leading European retailer, for 55,600 sqm...

October 20, 2026

Interviews

INTERVIEW Valer Hancas, Kaufland: “By 2030, we aim to reach 250 hypermarkets across Romania and the Republic of Moldova”

As Romania’s retail sector navigates economic uncertainty, evolving consumer expectations and accelerating digital transformation, Kaufland Romania remains focused on responsible growth, affordability and long-term value creation. In 2026, the company continues to invest in its store network, strengthen partnerships with local producers, expand its...

October 19, 2026

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Auchan launches Romania’s first immersive LED entrances at Auchan Drumul Taberei

Auchan Romania is launching its new Auchan Retail Media in-store digital concept at the Auchan Drumul Taberei hypermarket in Bucharest. Featuring two immersive LED...

October 19, 2026

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Flanco appoints Diana Novac as new HR director

Diana Novac joins Flanco as HR Director, bringing 25 years of human resources management...

October 26, 2026

Energy

AFEER launches ENERGINFO, a cluster dedicated to energy consumer information and education

The Romanian Association of Electricity and Gas Suppliers (AFEER) has launched ENERGINFO, a cluster...

October 26, 2026

Economics

PwC: Salary growth in Romania’s private companies continues to slow

Private companies in Romania taking part in the PwC PayWell 2026 study expect base...

October 20, 2026

One United Properties appoints Cătălin Jalobă as Group CFO

One United Properties has appointed Cătălin Jalobă as Group Chief Financial Officer. The appointment...

October 16, 2026

News

ENEVO Group appoints Claudia Tocilă as Chief of Corporate Identity and Strategic Communication

ENEVO Group, a regional leader in engineering and integrated solutions for energy infrastructure, has appointed Claudia Tocilă as Chief of Corporate Identity and Strategic Communication. In her new role, she will oversee the group’s corporate communication strategy, brand identity, internal and external communications, and...

October 26, 2026