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Capital/Financing Update • Oct 28, 2024
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PRESS RELEASE
UNIFIBER CONTINUES, THANKS TO A 10 MILLION EURO ESG-LINKED LOAN ISSUED BY UNICREDIT AND SACE,THE PROJECT TO CREATE THE FTTH NETWORK DEDICATED TO THE DIGITALIZATION OF THE GRAY AREAS OF LAZIO REGION
Roma, 28 October2024 – Unidata S.p.A. (UD.MI),operator of telecommunications, cloud and IoT services, listed on Euronext Milan – STAR Segment, organized and managed by Borsa Italiana S.p.A., announces that UniCredit will support the development plan of UNIFIBER - joint venture established by Unidata S.p.A. and CEBF - for the construction of the end-to-end FTTH (Fiber to the Home) fiber optic network in Lazio region, thanks to a 10 million Euro ESG-linked loan, lasting 10 years, divided into two loans of which one of 7.15 million Euro guaranteed by SACE through "Garanzia Futuro".
The investment is intended for the construction of fiber optic infrastructures in the so-called "gray areas" of Lazio region, territories that currently do not have stable and fast broadband connectivity. The project, also supported by equity contributions from the UNIDATA Group and the Connecting Europe Broadband Fund, aims to cover approximately 200,000 potential users. This is in line with the objectives of the European Digital Agenda 2020, of the Gigabit Europe 2025 plan and of the Digital Decade Policy Program (DDPP), which aim to provide high-quality connectivity standards to all European citizens, with speeds of up to 1 Gbps.
UniCredit's ESG-linked loan is aimed at companies committed to improving their sustainability profile, based on objectives that comply with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria. The interest rate will be reduced from the start for companies that, like UNIFIBER, are committed to monitoring their ESG performance through specific indicators. Among the objectives agreed for UNIFIBER there are the technological innovation in the so-called "gray areas" of Lazio region, the offering of advanced digital services to bridge the digital divide and the protection of local environmental and landscape resources. The network will be implemented mainly by exploiting existing civil infrastructure, thus ensuring cost reduction and minimal environmental impact.
"With this operation, we confirm UniCredit's commitment to being a strategic partner for companies that intend to launch sustainable development plans," commented Roberto Fiorini, Regional Manager Central Italy of
UNIDATA S.p.A.
Viale A. G. Eiffel 100 Viale E. Jenner 33 Viale delle Dalie 5 [email protected]
Sede legale Roma Milano Bari [email protected] 00148 Roma (RM). 20159 Milano (MI) 70026 Modugno (BA) C.F./P.IVA 06187081002 Tel. (+39) 06 4040 41 Tel. (+39) 02 8908 91 Tel. (+39) 06 4040 41 Capitale Soc. €. 10.000.000 i.v.
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UniCredit. "Sustainability is now a crucial element for competitive success on a global level, and UniCredit is at the forefront of promoting the economic, environmental and social growth of Italian companies".
"We welcome UniCredit's support for this strategic project with great satisfaction," commented Marcello Vispi, CEO of UNIFIBER. "The construction of an ultra-fast fiber optic network in Lazio region represents a fundamental step towards reducing the digital divide, offering quality connectivity to local communities. We are strongly committed to developing an open and accessible network, optimizing investments to maximize value for Italy and our stakeholders. Through this end-to-end FTTH network, we not only improve the quality of life of citizens, but also promote innovation, economic growth and new opportunities for local businesses. The adoption of ESG principles further consolidates our commitment to responsible development that respects the unique characteristics of the territory in which we operate".
SACE's tool "Garanzia Futuro" supports the entire ecosystem of Italian companies in sustainability projects, growth on global markets and in strategic supply chains, technological innovation and digitalisation, giving a boost to the competitiveness and productivity of the country system.
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For further information: UNIDATA S.p.A. Roberto GIACOMETTI CFO ed Investor Relations Officer +39 329 2478696 [email protected]
Investor Relations Advisor Media Relations CDR COMMUNICATION CDR COMMUNICATION Silvia DI ROSA Angelo BRUNELLO +39 335 78 64 209 +39 329 21 17 752 [email protected] [email protected]
UNIDATA S.p.A.
Viale A. G. Eiffel 100 Viale E. Jenner 33 Viale delle Dalie 5 [email protected]
Sede legale Roma Milano Bari [email protected] 00148 Roma (RM). 20159 Milano (MI) 70026 Modugno (BA) C.F./P.IVA 06187081002 Tel. (+39) 06 4040 41 Tel. (+39) 02 8908 91 Tel. (+39) 06 4040 41 Capitale Soc. €. 10.000.000 i.v.
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Eleonora NICOLINI Stefania TREVISOL +39 333 97 73 749 +39 347 87 82 490 [email protected] [email protected]
Specialist INTERMONTE SIM SPA Galleria de Cristoforis, 7/8, 20122 Milano Tel +39 02 771151
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Unidata S.p.A., a Telecommunications, Cloud and IoT Operator, was founded in 1985 by three partners still in the Company. With a fiber optic network of about 7,250 km in continuous expansion, a wireless network and a proprietary data center, the Unidata Group supplies over 25,500 business, wholesale and residential customers with ultra-broadband connectivity services with FTTH (Fiber to the Home) network architectures, wireless connectivity, VoIP services, Cloud services and other dedicated solutions, with a high level of reliability and security. The company is also active in the Internet of Things (IoT), with the development and supply of solutions for the home automation and Smart City market.
Unidata S.p.A. ISIN CODE: IT0005573065 (Reuters UD MI - Bloomberg UD IM) is listed on Euronext Milan – STAR segment of Borsa Italiana.
UNIDATA S.p.A.
Viale A. G. Eiffel 100 Viale E. Jenner 33 Viale delle Dalie 5 [email protected]
Sede legale Roma Milano Bari [email protected] 00148 Roma (RM). 20159 Milano (MI) 70026 Modugno (BA) C.F./P.IVA 06187081002 Tel. (+39) 06 4040 41 Tel. (+39) 02 8908 91 Tel. (+39) 06 4040 41 Capitale Soc. €. 10.000.000 i.v.