On February 10, 2026, the European Commission officially approved a €390 million rescue loan for Acciaierie d’Italia (ADI), the operator of Italy’s largest steelworks in Taranto, clearing the path for its recovery. This state aid, granted under strict EU regulations, provides a critical lifeline to ensure the company’s liquidity and business continuity during its ongoing extraordinary administration.

The funding is designed to cover urgent operating costs and essential environmental maintenance, preventing a total production halt that could devastate the regional economy. As a condition of the approval, Italy must present a comprehensive restructuring or liquidation plan by August 2026. 

The intervention marks a pivotal moment in the 2026 recovery strategy, aiming to stabilize the plant’s industrial output while the government seeks a long-term private buyer to modernize the facility and secure thousands of jobs.

Read the full Press Release from the European Commission

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Reports suggest that James Watt is preparing a £10 million comeback bid to regain control of BrewDog, as the struggling craft beer giant faces a potential sale. 

Backed by private equity, the proposed deal would acquire the company’s brands, bars, and brewing operations, preserving the business as a whole rather than breaking it up. The move follows five consecutive years of pre-tax losses, including a £37 million deficit in 2024, with restructuring advisers AlixPartners overseeing the sales process. 

Crucially, the plan may allow some of BrewDog’s 220,000 crowdfunded retail investors to roll over their shares. If successful, the founder-led bid could reshape the company’s future, raising questions about valuation, governance, and whether returning leadership can stabilise a once high-flying brand.

Read more at The Drinks Business here

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Italian-based Graphilm Entertainment has regained full ownership and returned to independent operation following the liquidation of its French former parent company, Cyber Group Studios. After the French animation giant entered administration last year, Graphilm successfully restored 100% ownership, allowing it to operate as a fully independent Italian production house once again.

The company is also strengthening its production and distribution partnerships. Crucially, the studio has recovered the rights to its key intellectual properties, including the animated series McFire Family.

This restoration of ownership marks a new chapter for the 38-year-old studio, preserving its creative legacy while stabilizing its international production pipeline amidst the collapse of its former corporate partner.

More on this story at World Screen

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The European League of Football (ELF) is proving its resilience by moving forward with its 2026 season despite filing for preliminary self-administration. This strategic financial restructuring, filed with the Hamburg District Court, Germany is designed to secure the league's long-term viability without disrupting day-to-day operations.

While the league has faced recent turbulence - including a high-profile split and subsequent reunification with the European Football Alliance - the management confirms that business remains “normal". Employees' salaries are secured, and a match schedule is expected by late February. CEO Zeljko Karajica views the proceedings as a necessary step to strengthen the league’s economic foundation and intensify talks with new investors. Supported by restructuring specialists, the ELF aims to transition into a more collaborative, team-led governance model, ensuring that professional American football in Europe has a stable, competitive future for players and fans alike.

Read more at GridIron Magazine

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