Slovak car parts maker Mata Automotive to close factory near Veľký Krtíš, cutting around 120 jobs

Mata Automotive, a car parts maker, is set to shut down its factory near Veľký Krtíš, Slovakia, by the end of November, resulting in the loss of around 120 jobs. The closure was announced on July 28, 2026, according to a report by the Spectator.
The factory closure is expected to have a significant impact on the local community and economy. However, the article does not provide details about the reasons for the closure or any plans for the workers affected.
In other news, traffic disruptions are expected in Maribor due to road construction work on several locations, including Titove and Tržaške ceste, as well as Sokolske and Mlinske ulice. The work is part of a larger project to repair city roads and is expected to continue until the end of August.
Additionally, the Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is continuing its mass installation of smart meters throughout August in areas of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Famagusta, and Paphos. The installation work requires a power cut of up to 20 minutes per household.
In Espinho, the city council is ending its bike and scooter sharing program on July 31, 2026, due to disorder and safety concerns. The program, which was launched in 2022 with 200 vehicles, has been criticized for causing obstructions on sidewalks and posing risks to pedestrians, including those with reduced mobility.
The decision to end the program comes after the agreement with the operator, Byrd, expired on March 26, 2026. The city council has given the company until July 31 to remove the vehicles from public spaces. If Byrd fails to comply, the municipality will remove the vehicles itself and charge the company for the costs.
In Maribor, road construction work is causing traffic disruptions on several major roads, including Titove and Tržaške ceste, as well as Sokolske and Mlinske ulice. The work is part of a multi-year project to repair city roads, with around 70 kilometers of roads expected to be renovated by 2029. The current work is expected to continue until the end of August, with additional projects planned for other locations in the city.
The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is continuing its mass installation of smart meters throughout August in various areas of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Famagusta, and Paphos. The installation work requires a power cut of up to 20 minutes per household. The EAC has apologized for any inconvenience caused by the power cuts.
In other news, the city council of Espinho has decided to end its bike and scooter sharing program due to concerns about disorder and safety. The program, which was launched in 2022 with 200 vehicles, has been criticized for causing obstructions on sidewalks and posing risks to pedestrians. The agreement with the operator, Byrd, expired on March 26, 2026, and the company has been given until July 31 to remove the vehicles from public spaces. If Byrd fails to comply, the municipality will remove the vehicles itself and charge the company for the costs.
In Maribor, road construction work is causing traffic disruptions on several major roads. The work is part of a multi-year project to repair city roads, with around 70 kilometers of roads expected to be renovated by 2029. The current work is expected to continue until the end of August, with additional projects planned for other locations in the city.
The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is continuing its mass installation of smart meters throughout August in various areas of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Famagusta, and Paphos. The installation work requires a power cut of up to 20 minutes per household. The EAC has apologized for any inconvenience caused by the power cuts.
In other news, the city council of Espinho has decided to end its bike and scooter sharing program due to concerns about disorder and safety. The program, which was launched in 2022 with 200 vehicles, has been criticized for causing obstructions on sidewalks and posing risks to pedestrians. The agreement with the operator, Byrd, expired on March 26, 2026, and the company has been given until July 31 to remove the vehicles from public spaces. If Byrd fails to comply, the municipality will remove the vehicles itself and charge the company for the costs.
In Maribor, road construction work is causing traffic disruptions on several major roads. The work is part of a multi-year project to repair city roads, with around 70 kilometers of roads expected to be renovated by 2029. The current work is expected to continue until the end of August, with additional projects planned for other locations in the city.
The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is continuing its mass installation of smart meters throughout August in various areas of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Famagusta, and Paphos. The installation work requires a power cut of up to 20 minutes per household. The EAC has apologized for any inconvenience caused by the power cuts.
In other news, the city council of Espinho has decided to end its bike and scooter sharing program due to concerns about disorder and safety. The program, which was launched in 2022 with 200 vehicles, has been criticized for causing obstructions on sidewalks and posing risks to pedestrians. The agreement with the operator, Byrd, expired on March 26, 2026, and the company has been given until July 31 to remove the vehicles from public spaces. If Byrd fails to comply, the municipality will remove the vehicles itself and charge the company for the costs.
In Maribor, road construction work is causing traffic disruptions on several major roads. The work is part of a multi-year project to repair city roads, with around 70 kilometers of roads expected to be renovated by 2029. The current work is expected to continue until the end of August, with additional projects planned for other locations in the city.
The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) is continuing its mass installation of smart meters throughout August in various areas of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Famagusta, and Paphos. The installation work requires a power cut of up to 20 minutes per household. The EAC has apologized for any inconvenience caused by the power cuts.
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