Launching exclusively at Whole Foods Market, the two-Michelin-starred London restaurant brings a new era of premium Indian cuisine to American kitchens

NEW YORK and LONDON, April 30, 2026 — Gymkhana Fine Foods, the premium Indian food brand born from London’s two-Michelin-starred restaurant Gymkhana, announces its national U.S. launch, debuting exclusively at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide and online. The launch coincides with the close of an $8.5 million Series A funding round led by CAVU Consumer Partners, building on its partnership with the brand since its 2024 seed round, and arriving just months after the debut of its first U.S. Gymkhana restaurant in Las Vegas.

Co-founded by Gulrez Arora and JKS Restaurants, the team behind Gymkhana, one of London’s most celebrated restaurants, Gymkhana Fine Foods brings high-quality Indian cooking into the home through a range of simmer sauces and marinades rooted in the restaurant’s signature dishes. Developed in the Gymkhana restaurant kitchen, the collection uses the same ingredients, time-honored techniques and uncompromising approach that have defined the restaurant’s global reputation.

“Gymkhana restaurant has proved that Indian cuisine belongs at the highest level of global dining,” said Gulrez Singh Arora, CEO and Co-Founder of Gymkhana Fine Foods. “Now we’re bringing that magic into every kitchen. This isn’t just a product launch, it’s the beginning of Indian food’s premium moment in America, and Whole Foods is exactly where that story should start.”

The U.S. launch of Gymkhana Fine Foods features a curated lineup of Gymkhana’s best-selling simmer sauces and marinades, including Butter Masala, Goan Coconut Curry, Korma, Tikka Masala and Madras Simmer Sauces, alongside Classic Tandoori BBQ, Green Tikka and Roasted Garlic & Chili Marinades. Each product is designed to deliver a restaurant-quality meal at home in under 30 minutes with the simple addition of a single protein or vegetable.

“Gymkhana Fine Foods is a natural extension of the mission we set out with thirteen years ago when we opened Gymkhana in London. Each sauce, marinade and chutney has been created to deliver the same bold, authentic flavors found in our restaurants” says Karam Sethi, Co-Founder and Culinary and Creative Director of JKS Restaurants. “As we expand into the U.S., from our first restaurant in Las Vegas in 2025 to the launch of Gymkhana Fine Foods across the country, our aim remains the same: to offer Indian cuisine in its purest form, whether you’re cooking in your own kitchen or dining with us.”

Gymkhana Fine Foods first launched in the UK in 2023, where it quickly established itself as a breakout brand within the category, driven by a strategic partnership with Whole Foods Market UK and key national retailers. Even at an early stage, the brand is driving outsized impact within the Indian category, reigniting growth and outperforming both branded and private label competitors. According to Nielsen data, Gymkhana Fine Foods is the primary growth driver across total ambient sauce brands in the UK over the past 26 weeks, ahead of Heinz, Mutti and other major players. As of today, Gymkhana Fine Foods is now stocked in over 1,000 doors across Whole Foods Market UK, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s and other leading retailers.

The U.S. debut positions the brand at the forefront of Indian cuisine’s evolution in America. While Indian food is one of the fastest-growing global cuisines, with more than $5 billion in at-home consumption across the U.S. and UK, the American retail landscape has historically lacked a premium, restaurant-credentialed offering.

“The best brands solve problems, and for too long,the at-home Indian category hasn’t reflected the depth and quality of the cuisine itself,” said Jared Jacobs, Managing Partner at CAVU Consumer Partners. “Gymkhana changes that, bringing restaurant-caliber Indian flavor into the modern home. We’re thrilled to deepen our partnership and support their ambition to build an iconic global Indian food brand.”

As part of the round, CAVU’s Rohan Oza and Jared Jacobs will continue to serve on Gymkhana Fine Foods’ Board of Directors.

“Gymkhana is bringing true restaurant-quality Indian cooking into the home in a way that feels both premium and accessible,” said Rohan Oza, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at CAVU Consumer Partners. “It’s exactly the kind of bold, flavor-forward, protein-rich offering consumers are gravitating toward today.”

Gymkhana Fine Foods products are available now at Whole Foods Market locations nationwide and online at gymkhanafinefoods.com, retailing at $8-10. For more information, follow @gymkhanafinefoods on social media or visit their website.

ABOUT GYMKHANA FINE FOODS
Gymkhana Fine Foods was born from Gymkhana, the celebrated Indian restaurant in London’s Mayfair that has held a Michelin star continuously since 2014 and was awarded its second star in 2024. The restaurant, part of JKS Restaurants, is known for its bold, meticulously crafted approach to Indian cuisine and has become one of London’s most sought-after dining destinations. Gymkhana Fine Foods brings that same culinary standard from the restaurant to the home kitchen, with a range of simmer sauces and marinades developed by the world-famous kitchen team. The brand launched in the UK in 2024 and has quickly established itself as the fastest-growing premium Indian brand in UK grocery, driving genuine category expansion with approximately 70% incremental sales in accounts where listed for a full year.

ABOUT JKS RESTAURANTS
JKS Restaurants is a globally recognised UK-based hospitality group, celebrated for its creativity, innovation and commitment to excellence. Founded in 2008 by siblings Jyotin Sethi, Karam Sethi and Sunaina Sethi, JKS has shaped the dining landscape with a portfolio of 30 restaurants across the UK, U.S. and Middle East, which includes brands created by the Sethis as well as those they partner and invest in.

The group holds 8 Michelin Stars and 6 Michelin Bib Gourmands across its portfolio of Indian Restaurants (Trishna, Gymkhana & 42, Brigadiers and Ambassadors Clubhouse), Fine Casual Restaurants (Berenjak, Hoppers, Plaza Khao Gaeng and Speedboat Bar) and Chef-Led Restaurants (BiBi, Sabor, Legado and Kitchen Table). Currently JKS is embarking on continued international expansion, focusing on North America and the Middle East.

For more information, visit www.jksrestaurants.com | @jks_restaurants

ABOUT CAVU CONSUMER PARTNERS
CAVU Consumer Partners invests in high-growth, iconic consumer brands with a mission to democratize healthy living for all humans and their families. CAVU was founded in 2015 by brand builder and ABC Shark Tank guest judge Rohan Oza and former hedge fund veteran Brett Thomas. CAVU (Ceiling and Visibility Unlimited) is a pilot term that is used to describe the best possible flying conditions. Using their deep brand-building, operational and financial expertise, CAVU strives to create the best possible conditions for their partners, enabling talented, passionate entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams. CAVU has backed leading consumer brands including Poppi, Bai, ONE Brands, Vital Proteins, Once Upon a Farm, Waterloo, Whoop, The Farmer’s Dog, Thrive Market, Beekeeper’s Naturals, Good Culture, and many others. For more information, please visit https://www.cavuconsumer.com/.

ABOUT GULREZ SINGH ARORA
Gulrez Singh Arora is the CEO and Co-Founder of Gymkhana Fine Foods, the premium Indian food brand bringing the flavors of London’s two-Michelin-starred Gymkhana restaurant from Mayfair to kitchens worldwide.

Gulrez grew up in New Delhi and spent over a decade at Mars, Inc. building innovation programs across three continents before deciding it was time to build something of his own. The idea for Gymkhana Fine Foods took hold when a meeting with JKS Restaurants CEO Jyotin Sethi revealed a shared ambition: translate one of London’s most celebrated restaurant kitchens into a product that could bring that same depth of Indian flavor into anyone’s home.

Under his leadership, Gymkhana Fine Foods has secured backing from CAVU Consumer Partners, the firm behind Poppi, Beyond Meat, and Vital Proteins, launched across major UK retailers, and is now arriving in the U.S. with a national launch at Whole Foods Market. Today, Gulrez lives in London with his wife and young daughter.

SOURCE Gymkhana Fine Foods

Startup Moldova Summit 2026 destaca el auge de Moldavia como puerta de entrada para empresas emergentes a los mercados europeos

CHIȘINĂU, Moldavia, 30 de abril de 2026 — Startup Moldova Summit 2026 puso de manifiesto la creciente posición de Moldavia como destino para empresas emergentes, atrayendo capital, talento y acceso al mercado de la UE, y reunió a más de 2.000 participantes, 150 empresas emergentes, 60 ponentes e inversores internacionales en Chisináu para la mayor edición hasta la fecha del evento insignia del país para empresas emergentes.

Organizada por Startup Moldova, la Cumbre anunció nuevas alianzas internacionales con Unicorn Factory Lisbon, el Ukrainian Startup Fund y SeedBlink, fortaleciendo los vínculos de Moldavia con programas de aceleración europeos, redes de inversores ángeles y oportunidades de innovación transfronteriza.

En la inauguración oficial, Olga Melniciuc, consejera delegada de Startup Moldova, destacó el rápido progreso del ecosistema:

“El ecosistema de Moldavia ha crecido hasta superar las 300 empresas, con un crecimiento anual del 20 %. Solo en 2025, las empresas emergentes generaron más de 60 millones de dólares en ingresos, crearon más de 1.500 empleos y atrajeron más de 17 millones de dólares en inversión, lo que demuestra que las empresas emergentes se están convirtiendo en un verdadero motor del crecimiento económico del país. El lema de la Cumbre —”Nacido en Moldavia. Construido para el mundo”— refleja la ambición de nuestros fundadores, que están creando empresas diseñadas para competir globalmente desde el primer día”.

Las alianzas estratégicas anunciadas durante la Cumbre ampliarán la conectividad de las empresas emergentes moldavas. Mediante la firma de memorandos, Unicorn Factory Lisbon y Startup Moldova apoyarán a las empresas emergentes moldavas para que accedan a programas de aceleración internacionales y oportunidades de escalamiento en los mercados de la UE.

La colaboración entre Moldova Innovation Technology Park (MITP), Startup Moldova y el Ukrainian Startup Fund facilitará la cooperación transfronteriza, el acceso a financiación y la integración en el panorama de la innovación europea.

SeedBlink y Startup Moldova anunciaron el lanzamiento de la plataforma de inversión colectiva que permite a las empresas emergentes moldavas captar capital mediante rondas de inversión sindicadas y conectar con redes europeas de inversores ángeles.

Sergiu Rabii, director del Innovate Moldova Programme , financiado por Suecia y el Reino Unido, destacó la importancia de estas colaboraciones:

“Estas alianzas demuestran que el ecosistema de empresas emergentes de Moldavia está cada vez más conectado y tiene mayor relevancia internacional. Al mejorar el acceso a capital, experiencia y mercados, Suecia y el Reino Unido ayudan a los emprendedores moldavos a crecer más rápido y a construir empresas con potencial global”.

El entorno empresarial de Moldavia en general también se está volviendo más atractivo para las empresas y emprendedores tecnológicos. MITP ofrece un impuesto fijo del 7 % para las actividades digitales y de TI que cumplan los requisitos. El país está impulsando marcos para el trabajo remoto y el trabajo nómada digital, preparando un Fondo de Fondos para ampliar el acceso a capital de riesgo y de inversión, y desarrollando el Moldova HiTech Park como plataforma futura para las industrias de tecnología avanzada, I+D y tecnologías de vanguardia. Las inversiones en negocios sin contacto, gobierno electrónico e infraestructura pública digital, incluida la aplicación gubernamental EVO, están simplificando los servicios públicos y empresariales.

La Delegación de la Unión Europea en Chisináu reiteró su apoyo al fortalecimiento del ecosistema de innovación de Moldavia y su conexión con las oportunidades europeas. Julien Schmitt, director del programa EU4Innovation East, señaló:

“Startup Moldova Summit 2026 refleja el continuo progreso del ecosistema emprendedor moldavo. Por segundo año consecutivo, la Unión Europea, a través de EU4Innovation East, se enorgullece de apoyar esta plataforma que conecta a fundadores, inversores y mercados internacionales. A medida que crece el número de empresas emergentes en Moldavia, también aumenta la necesidad de estructuras de apoyo más sólidas y un mayor acceso al capital”.

La Cumbre también incluyó un espacio para startups donde 42 empresas emergentes presentaron sus productos, y la final nacional del concurso de presentación de proyectos Startup World Cup. Diez empresas emergentes presentaron sus proyectos ante un jurado compuesto por inversores internacionales. Prompted AI resultó ganadora y representará a Moldavia en la final mundial en San Francisco, donde competirá por el premio de 1 millón de dólares. LyricFluent y Argus AI obtuvieron el segundo y tercer lugar, respectivamente.

Startup Moldova Summit 2026 concluyó con un mensaje claro: Moldavia se está convirtiendo en un destino destacado para la inversión en empresas emergentes e innovación global, brindando a los fundadores un mejor acceso a capital, experiencia y mercados, a la vez que ofrece a los socios internacionales un ecosistema de innovación en rápido desarrollo cerca de la Unión Europea.

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ABOU DHABI, Émirats arabes unis, 30 avril 2026 — Hashed Global Management Limited (HGML), une entité du groupe mondial de capital-risque Hashed (« le groupe », « Hashed »), a obtenu une autorisation de services financiers (FSP) de l’Autorité de régulation des services financiers (FSRA) de l’ADGM, le centre financier international d’Abou Dhabi.

Grâce à cette autorisation, HGML est autorisé à exercer des activités financières réglementées dans ou à partir de l’ADGM, y compris le conseil en matière d’investissements ou de crédits, l’organisation d’opérations d’investissement, la gestion d’actifs et de fonds d’investissement collectifs.

Reconnaissance de l’ADGM pour son cadre réglementaire progressif en matière de fintech, d’actifs numériques et de technologies financières émergentes. Le groupe prévoit de faire de l’ADGM sa base officielle pour les opérations institutionnelles dans la région des Émirats arabes unis et du CCG, renforçant les liens entre son réseau mondial de capitaux et les investisseurs institutionnels locaux.

Grâce à l’ADGM, Hashed prévoit de renforcer son rôle de pont stratégique entre les Émirats arabes unis et le CCG et les réseaux d’innovation ancrés en Corée et en Asie. Il renforcera la connectivité des investissements, développera des partenariats internationaux et soutiendra la collaboration à long terme entre les capitaux régionaux et les fondateurs et écosystèmes connectés à l’échelle mondiale.

Simon Kim, PDG de Hashed, a déclaré : « Abou Dhabi est une ville à la pointe de l’infrastructure financière numérique mondiale. L’établissement d’une base commerciale officielle dans le cadre réglementaire de l’ADGM reflète l’engagement de Hashed à construire une entreprise basée sur la confiance dans cette région sur le long terme ».

Seokwon Hong, directeur agréé et haut dirigeant chez HGML, a ajouté : « Cette autorisation permet à HGML de collaborer avec des investisseurs institutionnels du Moyen-Orient dans un environnement réglementé. Grâce à notre partenariat avec l’ADGM, nous travaillerons ensemble pour contribuer à façonner à la fois la politique à mener et le marché ».

Arvind Ramamurthy, directeur du développement des marchés de l’ADGM, a déclaré : « Nous félicitons HGML d’avoir reçu son FSP. Cette étape souligne l’élan croissant que nous observons alors que des entreprises de premier plan choisissent l’ADGM et Abou Dhabi pour établir et développer leurs activités régionales. L’ADGM reste déterminée à offrir un environnement réglementaire fiable et tourné vers l’avenir, ainsi qu’un écosystème de classe mondiale qui favorise l’innovation, renforce la connectivité internationale et permet une croissance à long terme ».

Hashed a coorganisé la « Web3 Leaders Roundtable », table ronde des leaders du Web3, avec l’ADGM pendant l’Abou Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2025, se concentrant sur la convergence de l’IA et de l’infrastructure financière basée sur la blockchain. Les discussions ont porté sur le rôle de la blockchain en tant qu’infrastructure native de l’IA, les transformations induites par la tokenisation et les aspects réglementaires à prendre en considération pour les investisseurs institutionnels. Parmi les participants figuraient ADIA, DTCC, Franklin Templeton, BlackRock, Circle, Consensys et la Fondation Solana, et les résultats des débats ont été publiés sous la forme d’un rapport stratégique.

ABU DABI, EÁU, 30 de abril de 2026 — Hashed Global Management Limited (HGML), una entidad perteneciente al grupo global de capital de riesgo Hashed (‘el Grupo’, ‘Hashed’) ha obtenido una Autorización de Servicios Financieros (FSP) de la Autoridad Reguladora de Servicios Financieros (FSRA) de ADGM, el centro financiero internacional de Abu Dabi.

Con esta autorización, HGML está facultada para realizar actividades financieras reguladas en o desde ADGM, incluyendo el asesoramiento en inversiones o créditos, la intermediación en operaciones de inversión, la gestión de activos y fondos de inversión colectiva.

ADGM reconoce su marco regulatorio progresista en fintech, activos digitales y tecnologías financieras emergentes. Aprovechando esta ventaja, el Grupo planea posicionar a ADGM como su base oficial para operaciones institucionales en la región de EAU/CCG, fortaleciendo así las conexiones entre su red global de capital y los inversores institucionales locales.

A través de ADGM, Hashed planea fortalecer su papel como puente estratégico entre EAU/CCG y las redes de innovación con sede en Corea y Asia. Profundizará la conectividad de inversión, ampliará las alianzas transfronterizas y fomentará la colaboración a largo plazo entre el capital regional y los fundadores y ecosistemas conectados globalmente.

Simon Kim, consejero delegado de Hashed, declaró, “Abu Dabi es una ciudad a la vanguardia de la infraestructura financiera digital global. El establecimiento de una fundación empresarial oficial bajo el marco regulatorio de ADGM refleja el compromiso de Hashed de construir un negocio basado en la confianza en esta región a largo plazo”.

Seokwon Hong, director autorizado y alto ejecutivo de HGML, añadió: “Este permiso sienta las bases para que HGML colabore con inversores institucionales de Oriente Medio en un entorno regulado. A través de nuestra asociación con ADGM, trabajaremos juntos para ayudar a dar forma tanto a las políticas como al mercado”.

Arvind Ramamurthy, director de desarrollo de mercado de ADGM, declaró: “Felicitamos a HGML por haber recibido su certificación FSP. Este hito subraya el creciente impulso que observamos a medida que las empresas líderes eligen ADGM y Abu Dabi para establecer y expandir sus operaciones regionales. ADGM mantiene su compromiso de proporcionar un entorno regulatorio confiable y con visión de futuro, así como un ecosistema de primer nivel que fomente la innovación, fortalezca la conectividad transfronteriza y permita el crecimiento a largo plazo”.

Hashed coorganizó la “Mesa Redonda de Líderes Web3” con ADGM durante la Semana Financiera de Abu Dhabi (ADFW) 2025, centrada en la convergencia de la IA y la infraestructura financiera basada en blockchain. Los debates abarcaron el papel de blockchain como infraestructura nativa de IA, las transformaciones impulsadas por la tokenización y las consideraciones regulatorias para los inversores institucionales. Entre los participantes se encontraban ADIA, DTCC, Franklin Templeton, BlackRock, Circle, ConsenSys y la Fundación Solana, y los resultados del debate se publicaron en un informe de políticas.

MIAMI, April 30, 2026 — Boyne Capital (“Boyne”), a Miami-based lower middle market private equity investment firm, is pleased to announce the first and final closing of its third investment fund, BCM Fund III, LP (“BCM Fund III” or “Fund III”). Fund III was oversubscribed and closed at its hard cap with total limited partner commitments of $355 million, exceeding its $275 million target. The fund closed just 90 days after launch, reflecting strong demand from both existing and new investors. At closing, total commitments of Fund III and its parallel funds, inclusive of the Boyne GP group commitments, exceed $400 million, with over 10% of total capital coming from Boyne employees.

Boyne Capital will continue to focus on partnering with family / founder-owned lower middle market businesses to accelerate growth and build long-term value. Since its founding in 2006, Boyne Capital has completed over 100 transactions, including 39 platform investments, and built a team of experienced investment and operating professionals dedicated to supporting its portfolio companies.

BCM Fund III received commitments from a diverse group of limited partners, including family offices, fund-of-funds, foundations, endowments, and high-net-worth individuals.

“We are extremely grateful for the continued support of our existing limited partners and are delighted to welcome a number of new investors to the Boyne Capital family,” said Derek McDowell, Managing Partner. “The strong demand and rapid close for Fund III underscore the confidence our investors have in our strategy, our people, and our approach to building lasting businesses in partnership with founders and management teams.”

Adam Herman, Chief Operating Officer, added, “We deeply appreciate the trust and commitment of our limited partners. In our view, the strong demand for Fund III reflects the compelling returns we’ve generated through our operationally hands-on investment model. Our approach is designed to help business owners successfully scale their companies and unlock incremental value. We’re excited to continue that work in our next generation of investments.”

McDermott Will & Schulte LLP served as legal counsel to Boyne Capital in connection with the formation of BCM Fund III.

With the closing of Fund III, Boyne Capital has now raised more than $725 million in total commitments since inception, while maintaining its focus on the lower middle market and founder-led businesses.

About Boyne Capital

Founded in 2006, Boyne Capital is a Miami-based private equity firm focused on investing in family / founder owned lower middle market companies. Boyne partners with business owners and management teams to provide strategic, operational, and financial resources to accelerate growth and build enduring value.

For more information, please visit www.boynecapital.com.

Media Contact:

Rob Regan – [email protected]

SOURCE Boyne Capital

WASHINGTON, April 30, 2026 — American Binary, a U.S. technology company focused on post-quantum cryptography and network security, today announced that Whitfield Diffie has joined its Advisory Board.

Whitfield Diffie is widely recognized as a pioneer of modern cryptography and a co-inventor of public-key cryptography. His work, including the Diffie-Hellman key exchange, fundamentally changed how secure communication is established over open networks and laid the foundation for the systems that support today’s global digital infrastructure. He is a recipient of the ACM Turing Award and has held leadership roles across the telecommunications, computing, and academic sectors.

“The transition to new cryptographic systems that can withstand attack from quantum computers is one of the most important shifts in modern cryptography,” said Whitfield
Diffie. Organizations should begin transitioning as soon as possible to mitigate risks posed by adversarial data collection. The quality and timing of this work will have long-term implications for security, privacy, and trust.

“Whitfield Diffie’s contributions to cryptography shaped the foundation of secure communication as we know it; his key exchange can be found in almost every communications product,” said Kevin Kane, CEO and Co-Founder of American Binary. “Whitfield’s perspective brings depth and historical continuity to the challenges we are addressing today. We are thrilled to receive his support.”

As a member of the Advisory Board, Whitfield Diffie will provide guidance on long-term strategy as American Binary continues to develop and deploy its technology.

About American Binary

American Binary is a leader in deep-tech cybersecurity, specializing in the development of CNSA 2.0 post-quantum cryptographic solutions. Through advanced rigor and high-performance engineering, American Binary provides the provable foundations for secure, resilient communication in the quantum era.

For more information, visit www.ambit.inc.

CONTACT: [email protected]

SOURCE American Binary

JAKARTA, Indonesien, 30. April 2026 — PT Vale Indonesia Tbk („PT Vale” oder das „Unternehmen”) hat sich eine auf Nachhaltigkeit ausgerichtete Kreditfazilität (Sustainability-Linked Loan, SLL) in Höhe von 750 Millionen US-Dollar gesichert, einschließlich einer Greenshoe-Option über 250 Millionen US-Dollar. Damit gibt das Unternehmen sein Debüt auf dem Markt für Konsortialkredite und stärkt seine Strategie für nachhaltige Finanzierung. Die Kreditfazilität, die von 14 internationalen Banken unterstützt wird und 1,7-fach überzeichnet war, spiegelt das starke Vertrauen der Kreditgeber in das Kreditprofil, die strategische Projektpipeline und den ESG-orientierten Wachstumskurs von PT Vale wider.

Die im Rahmen des „Sustainability-Linked Financing Framework” von PT Vale strukturierte Fazilität ist an zwei Leistungskennzahlen gekoppelt: die Senkung der CO₂-Emissionsintensität und die Steigerung des Verbrauchs erneuerbarer Energien. Beide KPIs erhielten von einem unabhängigen Anbieter von Second-Party-Opinions die Bewertung „stark” und stehen im Einklang mit dem 1,5-°C-Pfad des Pariser Abkommens sowie den national festgelegten Beiträgen Indonesiens.

Da die Nachfrage nach verantwortungsvoll produziertem Nickel aufgrund von Elektrifizierung, Energiespeicherung und globaler Dekarbonisierung wächst, positioniert sich PT Vale als relativ kohlenstoffarmer Produzent, der durch den Einsatz von Wasserkraft unterstützt wird.

Bernardus Irmanto, Präsident und CEO von PT Vale, erklärte: „Diese Fazilität markiert einen wichtigen Schritt auf unserem Weg, unsere Finanzierungsstrategie mit unserer Dekarbonisierungsagenda und unseren langfristigen Wachstumszielen in Einklang zu bringen. Wir bleiben unserem Ziel verpflichtet, hochwertiges Nickel mit einem geringeren CO2-Fußabdruck zu liefern, während wir gleichzeitig Indonesiens Agenda zur Weiterverarbeitung unterstützen und einen bedeutenden Beitrag zur globalen Energiewende leisten.”

Harapman Kasan, Wholesale Banking Director bei UOB Indonesia, erklärte: „Da sich der Nickel-Sektor in Südostasien weiterentwickelt, wird die Rolle einer gut strukturierten Übergangsfinanzierung immer wichtiger. Diese Transaktion spiegelt unser Engagement wider, Finanzierungsstrukturen mit messbaren Nachhaltigkeitszielen in Einklang zu bringen und gleichzeitig Indonesiens übergeordnete Prioritäten im Bereich der industriellen und energetischen Transformation zu unterstützen.”

Mike Zhang, Global Head of Metals & Mining, Institutional Banking bei der DBS Bank, fügte hinzu, dass der Metall- und Bergbausektor eine zentrale Rolle bei der Ermöglichung der Energiewende spiele und glaubwürdige, messbare Fortschritte im Bereich der Nachhaltigkeit vorweisen müsse.

Ken Matsuo, Präsident der PT Bank Mizuho Indonesia, kommentierte: „Der Energiesektor ist ein Eckpfeiler der indonesischen Wirtschaft, und wir freuen uns, den ersten Konsortialkredit von PT Vale zu unterstützen. Trotz der Marktvolatilität unterstreichen die starke Beteiligung und die Überzeichnung das Vertrauen in das Geschäftsmodell von PT Vale. Wir betrachten die Integration von ESG-Kriterien in Finanzierungsstrukturen wie diese als entscheidenden Faktor für eine nachhaltige Energiewende.”

PT Vale wird zudem finanzielle Erträge aus nachhaltigkeitsgebundenen Margenanpassungen für Programme zur Gemeindeentwicklung bereitstellen und so die ESG-Wirkung über den operativen Bereich hinaus ausweiten.

Medienkontakt:
Vanda Kusumaningrum 
Leiterin der Unternehmenskommunikation
PT Vale Indonesia Tbk.
[email protected]

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JAKARTA, Indonésie, 30 avril 2026 — PT Vale Indonesia Tbk (« PT Vale » ou la « société ») entre sur le marché des prêts syndiqués et consolide sa stratégie de financement durable en obtenant un prêt de 750 millions de dollars américains lié à des critères de durabilité, qui prévoit une possibilité de rallonge à hauteur de 250 millions de dollars américains. Soutenu par 14 banques internationales et sursouscrit 1,7 fois, ce prêt témoigne de la confiance des prêteurs dans le profil de crédit de PT Vale, dans son portefeuille de projets stratégiques et dans sa trajectoire de croissance liée aux critères ESG.

Structuré selon le cadre de financement lié à la durabilité de PT Vale, le prêt dépend de deux indicateurs de performance : la réduction de l’intensité des émissions de carbone et l’augmentation de la consommation d’énergies renouvelables. Ces deux indicateurs clés de performance ont reçu une évaluation « très favorable » de la part d’un fournisseur d’avis indépendant, en conformité avec la trajectoire de 1,5 °C de réchauffement définie dans l’Accord de Paris et avec les contributions déterminées au niveau national de l’Indonésie.

Alors que la demande de nickel produit de manière responsable augmente, stimulée par l’électrification, le stockage d’énergie et les objectifs mondiaux de décarbonation, PT Vale se positionne comme un producteur qui émet relativement peu de carbone grâce à ses opérations basées sur l’hydroélectricité.

Le président-directeur général de PT Vale, Bernardus Irmanto, a déclaré : « Ce prêt marque une étape importante dans notre démarche visant à aligner notre stratégie de financement sur notre programme de décarbonation et nos ambitions de croissance à long terme. Nous restons attachés à fournir un nickel de qualité à empreinte carbone réduite, tout en soutenant le programme indonésien de développement du traitement en aval et en contribuant de manière significative à la transition énergétique mondiale. »

Harapman Kasan, directeur des services bancaires aux entreprises chez UOB Indonésie, a commenté : « À mesure de l’évolution du secteur du nickel en Asie du Sud-Est, un financement de transition bien structuré devient de plus en plus crucial. Cette opération illustre notre détermination à aligner les structures de financement sur des objectifs de durabilité mesurables, tout en soutenant les priorités plus larges de l’Indonésie relatives à la transition industrielle et énergétique. »

Mike Zhang, responsable mondial de la division « Métaux, exploitation minière et banque institutionnelle » chez DBS Bank, a ajouté que le secteur des métaux et des mines, essentiel dans la transition énergétique, devait faire la preuve de progrès crédibles et mesurables en matière de durabilité.

Ken Matsuo, président-directeur de PT Bank Mizuho Indonesia, a conclu en ces termes : « Le secteur de l’énergie est une pierre angulaire de l’économie indonésienne, et nous sommes heureux de soutenir le premier prêt syndiqué de PT Vale. Malgré la volatilité du marché, la forte participation et la sursouscription soulignent la confiance accordée au modèle d’entreprise de PT Vale. Nous considérons que l’intégration des critères ESG dans des structures de financement telles que celle-ci est un levier central de la transition vers une énergie durable. »

PT Vale compte également étendre son impact ESG au-delà de ses propres activités en affectant les bénéfices financiers provenant des ajustements de marge liés à la durabilité à des programmes de développement communautaire.

Relations avec la presse :
Vanda Kusumaningrum
Responsable de la communication d’entreprise
PT Vale Indonesia Tbk
[email protected]

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CHIȘINĂU, Moldova, April 30, 2026 — Startup Moldova Summit 2026 showcased Moldova’s growing position as a startup destination for capital, talent and EU market access, bringing over 2,000 participants, 150 startups, 60 speakers and international investors to Chișinău for the largest edition of the country’s flagship startup event to date.

Organised by Startup Moldova, the Summit announced new international partnerships with Unicorn Factory Lisbon, the Ukrainian Startup Fund and SeedBlink, strengthening Moldova’s links to European acceleration programmes, angel investor networks and cross-border innovation opportunities.

At the official opening, Olga Melniciuc, CEO of Startup Moldova, highlighted the ecosystem’s rapid progress:

“Moldova’s ecosystem has grown to over 300 companies, expanding by 20% year over year. In 2025 alone, startups generated over $60 million in revenue, created over 1,500 jobs, and attracted over $17 million in investment, demonstrating that startups are becoming a real driver of the country’s economic growth. TThe theme of the Summit — ‘Born in Moldova. Built for the World.’ — reflects the ambitiousness of our founders, who are building companies designed to compete globally from day one.”

Strategic partnerships announced during the Summit will expand Moldova’s startup connectivity. Through signed memorandums Unicorn Factory Lisbon and Startup Moldova will support Moldovan startups in accessing international acceleration programmes and scaling opportunities on EU markets.

Moldova Innovation Technology Park (MITP), Startup Moldova and the Ukrainian Startup Fund partnership will facilitate cross-border cooperation, access to funding and integration into the European innovation landscape.

SeedBlink and Startup Moldova announced the launch of the crowdinvesting platform allowing Moldovan startups to raise capital through syndicated investment rounds and connect with European angel investor networks.

Sergiu Rabii, Director of the Innovate Moldova Programme, funded by Sweden and the United Kingdom, emphasised the importance of these collaborations:

“These partnerships show that Moldova’s startup ecosystem is becoming more connected and internationally relevant. By improving access to capital, expertise and markets, Sweden and the United Kingdom are helping Moldovan founders scale faster and build companies with global potential.”

Moldova’s broader business environment is also becoming more attractive for technology companies and founders. MITP offers a 7% flat tax for eligible IT and digital activities. The country is advancing digital nomad and remote work frameworks, preparing a Fund of Funds to expand access to venture and equity capital, and developing Moldova HiTech Park as a future platform for deeptech, R&D and advanced technology industries. Investments in contactless business, e-governance and digital public infrastructure, including the EVO government app, are simplifying public and business-facing services.

The Delegation of the European Union in Chișinău reiterated its support for strengthening Moldova’s innovation ecosystem and connecting it to European opportunities. Julien Schmitt, Director of the EU4Innovation East programme, noted:

“Startup Moldova Summit 2026 reflects the continued progress of Moldova’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. For the second consecutive year, the European Union, through EU4Innovation East, is proud to support this platform that connects founders, investors and international markets. As the number of startups in Moldova grows, so does the need for stronger support structures and access to capital.”

The Summit also featured a Startup Alley where 42 startups showcased their products, and the national final of the Startup World Cup pitching competition. Ten startups pitched to a jury composed of international investors. Prompted AI won and will represent Moldova at the Global Final in San Francisco, competing for the $1M prize. LyricFluent and Argus AI secured second and third place.

Startup Moldova Summit 2026 concluded with a clear message: Moldova is becoming a notable destination for startup investment and global innovation, giving founders improved access to capital, expertise and markets, while offering international partners a fast-developing innovation ecosystem close to the European Union.

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