Baltics

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Baltics Seal €650M Saab Deal

Baltic Nations Sign Coordinated Drone Wall Pact

Lithuania Shatters National June Temperature Record Amid Baltic Heat Spike

Lithuania's Hydrometeorological Service has confirmed a new national June temperature record of 36.3 degrees Celsius, causing road damage and a 28 percent spike in electricity demand.

Vilnius Launches Live Air-Conditioned Bus Tracker to Combat Historic Heatwave

Vilnius has launched a real-time bus tracking feature that lets commuters identify air-conditioned vehicles across the city's transport network, recording 75,000 downloads within 72 hours of launch.

Baltic Fintech Sector Continues Rapid Expansion Across Europe

The Baltic fintech sector continues to strengthen its reputation as one of Europe's fastest-growing financial technology hubs, with Lithuania attracting a growing number of licensed financial institutions seeking access to the European market.

Possible Gas Leak Disrupts Traffic and Public Transport in Vilnius' Lazdynai District

Public transport services and road traffic in Vilnius' Lazdynai district were significantly disrupted after a suspected gas leak prompted authorities to close parts of Architektų Street and Laisves Avenue, affecting eight bus routes and two trolleybus services.

Vilnius Distributes Free Drinking Water as Heatwave Continues

As high temperatures continue across Lithuania, Vilnius public transport operator JUDU distributed approximately 4,000 bottles of drinking water to passengers at some of the city's busiest stops over the weekend.

Vilnius Steps Up Cooling Measures as Heatwave Pushes Temperatures Above 30 Degrees

As temperatures continue to exceed 30 degrees Celsius, Vilnius authorities have intensified efforts to cool streets, limit dust and protect urban infrastructure, with crews covering more than 1,000 kilometres of roads since the cooling operation began.