LTA €4.1 million electronic ticketing system for public transport in northern Lithuania, managed by the Šiauliai City Municipality and funded largely by the EU’s Next Generation Lithuania program, has faced significant technical issues and delays. Originally scheduled for completion by late April, the project has been extended twice, with the final deadline set for July 31. The system aims to provide a unified e-ticket solution across three municipalities, integrating with rail services and offering features like fare discounts and real-time tracking. However, users report persistent problems such as slow apps, ticket validation issues, and difficulties transferring balances from the old system. While some areas experience fewer disruptions, the project risks losing EU funding if issues remain unresolved by the deadline.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of the project's challenges without overtly criticizing or praising any political entity. It reports on the technical and managerial issues without taking a clear ideological stance, focusing on the implications for EU funding rather than attributing blame to a
