Durana Tech Park Joins the Eco-Industrial Parks Initiative in Albania Technology and industrial hub for future-oriented industries
Durana Tech Park, owned by the Albanian Investment Corporation (AIC), has joined the network of Western Balkans pilot locations under the Eco-Industrial Parks Initiative. Positioned near Tirana and designed as a hub for technology, innovation, and advanced industries, the park is now further supported in its aims to attract international investment and future-oriented industries, and strengthen Albania’s competitiveness in European markets.
The Eco-Industrial Parks Initiative is led by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, in partnership with the European Union through the Western Balkans Investment Framework (WBIF). The effort supports industrial zones and technology parks in developing investment-ready ecosystems where companies gather to cooperate, share infrastructure and services, and reduce both costs and environmental impact.
“Durana Tech Park represents an important opportunity to support a new generation of industrial and technology development in Albania. By integrating innovation, sustainability, and modern infrastructure planning, we aim to create an environment that attracts investment, supports business growth, and further positions Albania as a destination for future-oriented industries,” said Enkelejd Musabelliu, Vice Minister of Economy and Innovation of Albania.
The initiative is also part of the EU’s Economic and Investment Plan for the Western Balkans and supports Albania’s alignment with EU environmental and competitiveness standards.
“Our joint efforts through the Eco-Industrial Parks Initiative demonstrate that industrial development and sustainability can go hand in hand, while supporting Albania’s EU integration path and creating new opportunities for investment and economic growth,” said Ritva Heikkinen, Head of Cooperation at the EU Delegation to Albania.
IFC provides technical assistance and global expertise through the EIP framework, including concept planning, technical guidance, capacity-building, and investment positioning support.
“This initiative is about supporting countries in attracting private investment, improving infrastructure and industrial planning, and enabling businesses to grow. Ultimately, it is about creating better jobs and stronger economic opportunities,” said Massimiliano Paolucci, World Bank Country Manager for Albania.
As part of the initiative, IFC experts are this week conducting technical workshops and planning sessions with Durana Tech Park representatives and institutional stakeholders. The activities focus on concept planning, management services, and future development opportunities aligned with international EIP standards.
Aligned with policies such as the European Green Deal, Green Agenda for the Western Balkans, and the Economic and Investment Plan for the Western Balkans 2021-2027, the initiative aims to support industrial decarbonization and the creation of sustainable and competitive industrial zones. The European Commission through the Western Balkans Investment Framework (WBIF), has been instrumental in supporting projects like these across the region.