Contracts signed for anti-mobility infrastructure construction of Baltic Defense Line
Contracts have been signed for the construction of anti-tank ditches, material-technical staging areas, and communication towers along Latvia's eastern border, with total investments of nearly 13 million euros.
The State Real Estate company (VNĪ) on behalf of the Ministry of Defense has signed contracts for the construction of anti-mobility infrastructure for the Baltic Defense Line. The project includes approximately 27 kilometers of anti-tank ditches, nine staging areas for material-technical equipment, and two communication towers. These facilities will be located in the municipalities of Alūksne, Balvi, Ludza, Krāslava, and Augšdaugava.
The communication towers will be built by SIA "Citrus Solutions". The construction of anti-tank ditches and staging areas is divided into six work packages: two packages by AS "LAU Infra Grupa", two by SIA "VIA", and two by SIA CBS "Igate". The construction will be carried out in phases and is expected to be completed by autumn 2027.
Total investments amount to 12,977,603 euros, financed from the Ministry of Defense budget. A tripartite cooperation agreement has been signed between VNĪ, the Ministry of Defense, and the State Defense Military Objects and Procurement Center for the financing of construction works.
Defense Minister Raivis Melnis emphasized that the establishment of the Baltic Defense Line is a critical step in strengthening the security of Latvia and NATO's eastern border. He stated that the practical construction of anti-mobility infrastructure and communication systems enhances the National Armed Forces' ability to deter and neutralize potential threats. Meanwhile, VNĪ board member Jeļena Gavrilova noted that after the successful completion of the border fence project, VNĪ has demonstrated its capability to implement complex security infrastructure projects. She added that construction will begin in the coming weeks and will proceed in close cooperation with all involved parties.
Currently, candidate selection is also underway for the second priority tasks delegated by the Ministry of Defense. The selection process consists of two stages: the first checks candidates' compliance, including security clearance, while the second provides selected candidates with technical specifications and invitations to submit bids. Project preparation began in late 2025 following the Ministry's delegation, and the Anti-Mobility Infrastructure Law was adopted this year.
