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Vilnius secures €110 million from EIB and CEB for up to 160 zero-emission buses and charging infrastructure
Vilnius public transport operator VVT will deploy up to 160 zero-emission buses, including electric and hydrogen vehicles, backed by €110 million in loans from the European Investment Bank and the Council of Europe Development Bank. Announced on 20 October 2026, the financing comprises two €55 million loans and covers vehicle procurement, installation of 145 charging stations and depot upgrades, with completion scheduled by end 2027. The project replaces older diesel and LPG buses in the Lithuanian capital, which has over 600,000 residents and targets climate neutrality by 2030.
Why it matters
The 145 charging stations represent a significant municipal charging infrastructure build tied to fleet electrification, offering procurement opportunities for charge point suppliers and depot upgrade contractors. The project's 2027 deadline and multi-institution financing structure signal near-term tendering activity in the Baltic region for CPOs and EPC firms targeting public transport electrification.
European Investment Bank · Council of Europe Development Bank · Vilnius · Source