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  • Balaton’s New USD 4M Investment: Cleaner Water & Better Trains for All

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    27 Feb 2026

    The future of Lake Balaton is shifting from a summer-only escape to a year-round destination, but the transition requires a delicate touch. At a recent tourism season opening in Veszprém, Minister Tibor Navracsics outlined a new strategy designed to protect the region’s "fragile ecological system" while addressing its unique demographic challenges. More >>

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    Rollout of Full Digital Ticketing System in Budapest Gets Green Light

    • 26 Feb 2026 6:07 AM

    The Budapest Transport Centre (BKK) on Wednesday said it is set to launch a city-wide e-ticketing system by 2028, after the Budapest metropolitan assembly approved plans to begin procurement for the scheme.

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  • Self-Driving Cars to Hit Budapest Streets Within Weeks

    Self-Driving Cars to Hit Budapest Streets Within Weeks

    • 26 Feb 2026 5:30 AM

    AI government commissioner László Palkovics said in an interview with Index that the first self-driving cars will be unveiled in a few weeks, which will be driving on the streets of Budapest.

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  • Renewal of Budapest's 'Grand Boulevard': to Restore Historic Grandeur & Solve New Needs

    Renewal of Budapest's 'Grand Boulevard': to Restore Historic Grandeur & Solve New Needs

    • 20 Feb 2026 6:42 AM

    The comprehensive renewal of Budapest's Grand Boulevard seeks to revive its 19th-century splendour while adapting it to 21st-century demands, including climate change, Gergely Karácsony, the city's mayor, said on Thursday at the launch of the project's action plan.

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  • HUF 3 Billion Investment Elevates Gyula Castle Bath

    HUF 3 Billion Investment Elevates Gyula Castle Bath

    • 18 Feb 2026 2:34 PM

    The Gyula Castle Bath in south-eastern Hungary has completed a comprehensive HUF 3 billion renovation project, marking the conclusion of a multi-phase development programme aimed at strengthening the town’s position as one of Hungary’s leading spa destinations.

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  • Over 800km of Roads in Hungary to be Replaced this Year

    Over 800km of Roads in Hungary to be Replaced this Year

    • 12 Feb 2026 10:20 AM

    State-owned road maintenance company Magyar Közút will repave more than 800km of roads in 2026, the state secretary for transportation said at a press conference in Taktakenez (NE Hungary) .

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  • Another Bridge Between Hungary, Slovakia Closed Due to Floods

    Another Bridge Between Hungary, Slovakia Closed Due to Floods

    • 10 Feb 2026 10:54 AM

    Another bridge spanning the Ipoly river, which flows along the border between Slovakia and Hungary, has been closed due to rising water levels, local police said in a statement.

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