METLEN Energy & Metals has announced a €295.5 million investment to develop an integrated production line for bauxite, alumina, and gallium in Agios Nikolaos, Greece. The project aims to increase Europe's self-sufficiency in critical raw materials, with a production capacity of 2 million tons of bauxite, 1.265 million tons of alumina, and 50 metric tons of gallium annually. This investment will enhance Europe's strategic autonomy, reduce dependence on China, and support industries from energy transition to defense. Production is expected to begin in 2026, with full capacity achieved by 2028.
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An undersea telecommunications cable connecting Finland and Germany has been severed, according to Finnish network operator Cinia. While the cause remains unknown, officials suspect external impact. Despite the break, internet traffic remains unaffected due to alternative data routes.
The Greek government has introduced a strategic initiative to enhance the resilience of border radio stations against Turkish signal interference. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Digital Governance, the plan allows stations to register additional broadcast sites and apply for secondary frequencies, starting in 2025. Deputy Minister Konstantinos Kyranakis emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring uninterrupted Greek programming in regions vulnerable to foreign broadcast disruptions.
Digital Governance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis estimated on Wednesday during a discussion with representatives of companies…
Greece’s Ministry of Digital Governance on Monday, issued a set of recommendations for the responsible…