AGP Executive Report

Clean Transit: Ljubljana’s LPP has put 35 zero-local-emission buses into service: 25 battery-electric and 10 hydrogen-powered, matching each drivetrain to different route demands. Space Science: Slovenian astronomer Rok Nezic, who works at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, will have an asteroid named in his honour for his contributions to space science. Nuclear Research: A cost study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency found that adding fuel from the Jožef Stefan Institute’s research reactor to a planned deep-borehole repository for Krško waste could be cheaper than building a separate facility. Mobility Technology: Slovenia is among the EU countries that have approved Tesla’s Assisted Driving system for use on public roads.

Clean Transport: Ljubljana’s LPP has put 35 locally zero-emission buses into service: 25 battery-electric and 10 hydrogen-powered models, matched to different route needs. The fleet expansion also requires the city to build both charging and hydrogen infrastructure. Nuclear Research: A cost study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency found it could be much cheaper to dispose of fuel from Ljubljana’s TRIGA research reactor alongside Krško plant waste in a proposed deep-borehole repository, rather than build a separate facility. The method has not yet been used anywhere. Space Science: Slovenian space scientist Rok Nezic, who works at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium in Northern Ireland, is to have an asteroid named in his honour for his contributions to space observation. Slovenian Engineering: Local manufacturer MAHLE Šempeter showcased its support for electrified mobility at Slovenia’s Eco Rally and Rally Nova Gorica, highlighting technologies developed and made at its Slovenian site. Homegrown Audio Tech: Slovenian hi-fi firm Ubiqaudiolab, founded in 2021, has launched its Ubicube range of high-end power amplifiers.

Nuclear Waste: A cost study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency finds it could be cheaper to dispose of fuel from the Jožef Stefan Institute’s research reactor alongside Krško plant waste in a deep-borehole repository. The method remains untested, and the study is an assessment, not a final decision. Electric Mobility: MAHLE Šempeter backed Slovenia’s Eco Rally and Rally Nova Gorica, showcasing electrification technologies developed and made at its Slovenian site. Driver Assistance: Slovenia is among 10 EU countries that have approved Tesla’s supervised driving system; Latvia’s latest approval adds winter-safety warnings. Local Tech: Slovenian firm Ubiqaudiolab has launched its Ubicube high-end power amplifiers. A Slovenian company has also unveiled an anti-drone system based on a turret tested in Ukraine.

E-mobility: MAHLE Šempeter backed Slovenia’s Eco Rally and Rally Nova Gorica, spotlighting electrified driving and performance engineering. The company says its Slovenian site develops and manufactures technologies for climate-neutral mobility. Homegrown Audio Tech: Slovenian hi-fi maker Ubiqaudiolab has launched its Ubicube amplifier range, led by a 700-watt model designed for high-end audio systems. Nuclear Waste Research: A study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency found it may be cheaper to dispose of spent fuel from the TRIGA II research reactor alongside Krško plant fuel in a deep underground repository than to build a separate facility. Defence Innovation: A Slovenian company has unveiled an anti-drone system based on a turret tested in Ukraine.

Nuclear Waste Research: A study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency finds it would cost little extra to dispose of TRIGA II research-reactor fuel alongside Krško’s spent fuel in a deep underground repository, compared with about €65.6 million for a separate facility. Slovenian Engineering: Ljubljana-based Ubiqaudiolab has launched its Ubicube range of high-end power amplifiers, led by a 700-watt model. Defence Technology: Slovenian firms have unveiled new air-defence and anti-drone systems, including a Skythunder system featuring a three-barrel gun and guided missiles. Climate Science: Slovenia’s Alpine glaciers are losing snow and ice amid rising heat, underscoring the pressure on the country’s mountain environment.

Nuclear Waste: A study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency found it could be more economical to dispose of spent fuel from the TRIGA II research reactor in the same deep-underground facility planned for Krško, rather than build a separate repository. Homegrown Audio Tech: Slovenian hi-fi maker Ubiqaudiolab has launched its Ubicube power amplifiers, including a 700-watt model, as it targets the high-end audio market. Defence Technology: A Slovenian company has unveiled an anti-drone system based on a turret tested in Ukraine, adding to the country’s growing defence-tech profile. Climate Science: Slovenia’s Alpine glaciers are shrinking as heat and scarce snow accelerate ice loss.

Slovenian Audio Tech: Manufacturer Ubiqaudiolab has launched three high-end power amplifiers, expanding the profile of a young Slovenian hi-fi brand. Nuclear Waste Research: A study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency finds it may cost little extra to dispose of TRIGA II research-reactor fuel alongside Krško plant fuel, rather than build a separate deep-borehole facility. Defence Technology: Slovenian firms have unveiled new air-defence and anti-drone systems, including the Skythunder platform, reportedly based on a turret tested in Ukraine. Regional AI: A Czech-led bid for a European AI Gigafactory is open to partners across Central and Eastern Europe, including Slovenia. Digital Rights: The Slovenian Ombudsman is leading a European inquiry into climate-law implementation, while a new code sets guidance for AI and other technologies used by ombuds institutions.

Nuclear Waste Research: A cost study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency found that disposing of TRIGA II research-reactor fuel alongside Krško’s spent fuel underground could cost only marginally more than adding it to a larger repository. A standalone borehole option was estimated at €65.6 million; no disposal decision has been made. Slovenian Audio Tech: Hi-fi maker Ubiqaudiolab has launched three high-end Ubicube power amplifiers, including a 700-watt model, expanding the young company’s lineup. Regional AI Infrastructure: French firm Bull and Czech operator CRA have joined forces to pursue a Czech AI Gigafactory, an initiative open to companies from Slovenia and eight other Central and Eastern European countries. Defence Technology: Slovenia has unveiled the Skythunder air-defence system, featuring a three-barrel gun and guided missiles, according to reports.

Nuclear Waste: A study for Slovenia’s radioactive-waste agency finds adding TRIGA II research-reactor fuel to a future Krško repository would cost only marginally more than the facility alone; a separate deep-borehole option is estimated at €65.6 million. Slovenian Audio Tech: Ljubljana-based Ubiqaudiolab has launched its Ubicube amplifier range, led by a 700-watt model, showcasing the young manufacturer’s high-end engineering ambitions. Air Defence: A Slovenian company has unveiled an anti-drone system built around a turret described as proven in Ukraine. AI Infrastructure: Slovenia is among nine Central and Eastern European countries coordinating on AI policy and computing infrastructure as Bull and Czech company CRA pursue a Czech AI Gigafactory bid. Alpine Climate: Heat and scarce snow are accelerating the loss of Slovenia’s Alpine glaciers.

Audio Engineering: Slovenian manufacturer Ubiqaudiolab has launched three high-end Ubicube power amplifiers, including a 700-watt model, alongside a new preamplifier. AI and Digital Rights: The European Network of Ombudsmen has issued guidance on AI and technology; a joint inquiry into EU climate-law implementation is led by Slovenia’s Ombudsman. Regional AI Infrastructure: A Czech-led consortium is pursuing an AI gigafactory with a programme open to Slovenia and other Central and Eastern European countries. Defence Technology: Slovenia has unveiled the Skythunder air-defence system, combining a three-barrel gun with guided missiles, while a separate Slovenian company has introduced an anti-drone system based on a turret tested in Ukraine. Alpine Climate: Slovenia’s glaciers are shrinking amid heat and scarce snowfall.

Defense Technology: Ljubljana-based Valhalla Turrets has unveiled Skythunder, an anti-drone system combining a 20mm Gatling gun with guided rockets. Its turret design was field-tested in Ukraine. AI Infrastructure: A Czech-led bid for a regional AI gigafactory is open to companies from Slovenia and eight other Central and Eastern European countries, offering a possible route to shared computing capacity. Climate Research: Slovenia’s Ombudsman is leading a new EU inquiry into how public administrations implement climate law and protect the right to a healthy environment. Health Research: A new EU report flags Slovenia among countries with the sharpest rise in breast cancer incidence among women aged 15 to 49. Alpine Environment: Record heat and scarce snow continue to threaten Slovenia’s glaciers; one small glacier remains.

AI Infrastructure: France’s Bull and Czech operator CRA are partnering on a proposed AI Gigafactory for Central and Eastern Europe. Slovenia is among nine countries named as potential partners, opening a route to shared computing infrastructure and AI development. Defence Technology: Ljubljana-based Valhalla Turrets has unveiled Skythunder, a counter-drone system combining a rapid-fire cannon with guided rockets. Its design builds on a turret tested in Ukraine. Health Research: Slovenia is among the European countries reporting some of the sharpest rises in breast cancer among women aged 15–49 since 2000, according to OECD and European Commission data; the findings highlight the challenge of diagnosing younger women outside routine screening. Climate Science: Slovenia’s Alpine glaciers continue to shrink amid heat and scarce snowfall, with one glacier still remaining. The changes offer a stark local measure of warming’s impact.

Regional AI: Bull and Czech infrastructure operator CRA are partnering on a proposed AI Gigafactory for Central and Eastern Europe. The initiative is open to partners across the region, including Slovenia, and aims to expand access to large-scale computing. Slovenian Defense Tech: Ljubljana-based Valhalla Turrets has unveiled Skythunder, an anti-drone system built around a rapid-fire cannon and guided rockets. Its turret design was tested in Ukraine. Alpine Climate: Slovenia’s glaciers are shrinking as heat and scarce snowfall accelerate melting, leaving the country with just one glacier. The losses highlight the region’s growing exposure to climate change.

Climate: A new UN report says temporarily exceeding 1.5°C of warming is now unavoidable; current pledges point to 2.6°C by 2100, as Slovenia’s shrinking Skuta glacier shows the local stakes. Public Health: Slovenia is among the European countries with the sharpest rises in breast cancer incidence among women aged 15–49 from 2000 to 2022, according to OECD and European Commission data. Defense Technology: Ljubljana-based Valhalla Turrets has unveiled Skythunder, a counter-drone system pairing a three-barrel 20mm cannon with laser-guided rockets. Its design builds on a turret tested in Ukraine.

Defense Technology: Ljubljana-based Valhalla Turrets unveiled a Skythunder air-defense configuration pairing a 20mm Gatling gun with 70mm laser-guided rockets. Its design builds on a turret tested in Ukraine. Digital Services: United Group has expanded its AI-powered TV platform to Greece, following its launch with Telemach in Slovenia; the system offers personalised recommendations and works across devices. Port Innovation: Luka Koper says its in-house digital tools for cargo tracking, predictive analytics and storage planning could help Kazakhstan improve port operations along the Middle Corridor. Rural Innovation: The EU-funded FoodCoP project shared results from its work supporting rural startups at a final event in Kočevje, connecting communities and innovators across four continents. Climate Science: Slovenia’s remaining Alpine glacier continues to shrink as temperatures rise and winter snow declines.

Health Research: Slovenia is among the European countries reporting the sharpest rise in breast cancer among women aged 15–49, as EU incidence rose 16% from 2000 to 2022. Port Technology: Luka Koper says its home-grown digital systems use real-time cargo tracking, predictive analytics and storage planning, and could help Kazakhstan’s ports improve logistics. Defence Innovation: Slovenian firm Valhalla Turrets unveiled a Skythunder air-defence configuration combining a 20 mm Gatling gun, guided rockets and automated target tracking. Climate Science: Slovenia’s last remaining glacier is shrinking as temperatures rise and winter snow declines. Rural Innovation: A Horizon Europe project wrapped up in Kočevje, sharing lessons from local Startup Villages and circular bioeconomy initiatives. Medicines: A European review backed extending obesity medicine QSIVA to adolescents aged 12 and older; national decisions are expected in 17 countries, including Slovenia.