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Rock Drilling and Excavation Works Causing Increased Noise to Continue on Hakunilantie
Rock drilling and excavation works that began in June on Hakunilantie, between Kyytitie and Tammapolku, will continue. The excavation works need to be extended beyond the original estimate, as more bedrock than anticipated has been encountered within the work area, increasing the extent of rock
Vantaa light rail vehicle procurement update progresses to City Council
In its meeting on August 24, the Vantaa City Executive Board decided to submit the Vantaa light rail's updated vehicle procurement project plan to the City Council for approval and to propose the granting of an absolute guarantee to Metropolitan Area Transport Ltd.
The City Council ratified the Economic Program and Vitality and Employment Program
In its meeting on August 24, following a vote, the Vantaa City Council ratified two strategic programs for the strategy period 2026–2029: the Economic Program and the Vitality and Employment Program. In addition, the Council ratified Vantaa's new voting districts as of January 1, 2027. The number of
Keihästie closed to vehicle traffic at the intersection with Länsimäentie from 28 September to 9 October 2026
Keihästie closed to vehicle traffic at the intersection with Länsimäentie from 28 September to 9 October 2026
Vantaa launches Finland’s first municipal IB pathway from early childhood education to upper secondary education
In August 2026, Vantaa became the first municipality in Finland to offer a continuous International Baccalaureate (IB) program starting from early childhood education through to upper secondary education. The pilot program began at Pakkala Y.E.S. Daycare Center, providing an English-language
Vantaa Light Rail makes use of deadwood and forest floor material as nature and construction are reconciled
Construction inevitably changes the environment, but biodiversity can be supported in many ways, even in major infrastructure projects. At the Vantaa Light Rail construction site on Rivieranraitti, taking nature into account is reflected, for example, in leaving deadwood in the area’s natural
Noisy Drilling and Rock Excavation Works to Begin on Rivieranraitio
Rock and stone drilling as well as rock excavation works will begin in September along the future tramway street connection on the Rivieranraitio. The works will cause significant noise in the area. The works are scheduled to start in Week 36.
Changes to pedestrian, cycling and bus stop arrangements on Länsimäentie during week 36
Traffic arrangements on Länsimäentie will change next week in the area around the roundabout at Maratontie and Länsimäentie.
Gas pipeline construction work continues in Heidehof Park – changes to pedestrian routes as work progresses
In addition to the construction of the Vantaa light rail, preparatory and construction works related to gas transmission company Gasgrid’s high-pressure gas pipeline, as well as the construction of a pressure reduction station, will be carried out in the area during weeks 35–46.
New map signs coming to Tikkurila city centre
New wayfinding signs will be installed in Tikkurila city centre this autumn to make it easier to find services and pedestrian routes during the construction of the Vantaa tramway. The signs have been developed together with local residents and businesses.