UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus

Irmantas, who began his journey at the Utena brewery back in 1992, has witnessed numerous changes - from equipment modernisation to working with amazing people. However, one thing has remained constant: his passion for brewing. 🌱 "Brewing is something I can't imagine my life without," says Irmantas, who started his career as a locksmith and now leads the packaging department, still holding a vision for further growth. Irmantas admires the work culture, where there is no routine, and each day brings new challenges and opportunities. No matter how technology or environmental conditions change, the most important thing is to maintain a connection with the product that every beer lover feels. Irmantas does this with love and passion every day. 🍻 Read more here: https://bit.ly/4dY69qp #LocalHeartGlobalStrength #SomethingsBrewing

Did you know that UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus not only brews the highest quality beer, but also actively contributes to a cleaner planet? 🌱 After brewing, leftover products such as malts do not end up in landfills but with farmers in Lithuania and Latvia, where they are used as animal feed. This product not only helps farmers but can also be used for biofuel production. Moreover, UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus uses yeast not only as an additive for feed or vitamins, but also in cosmetics! Sustainability is part of who we are - from educating employees about waste segregation to the goal of zero carbon emissions by 2030, we believe that this approach at UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus encourages our employees to apply sustainability principles in their daily lives. 💚 Read more: https://bit.ly/46Gzd2M 

A 1.5 MW solar power plant with the largest energy storage system in Lithuania with a capacity of 2 MWh, installed on the roof of the UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus brewery in Utena, has just been granted permission to generate electricity. This project, implemented with GREEN GENIUS, allows the brewery to generate up to 25% of its electricity needs from renewable sources. 🌍 This step brings us closer to full energy independence. The energy storage system ensures that excess solar energy is used exactly when needed, giving even more stability to the production process. 💡 This innovative project is an important part of the Carlsberg Group's goal to achieve zero CO2 emissions from its breweries by 2030. With its climate-neutral production status since 2019, Utena Brewery continues to lead the way in implementing green energy solutions in the Baltic States. 🌿

We'll never get tired of celebrating the achievements of UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus employees! 🥇 Introducing another winner of the Baltic Extra Mile Award - Jokūbas Viskauskas. He received the award for his achievements in sales. Jokūbas describes himself as courageous, smart and collaborative in the work environment. On a typical day, he visits clients, negotiates, takes care of contracts, plans sales, proposes solutions and looks for new clients. 🤝 More about Jokūbas in the video. 👇

40 years! That's how long the story of UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus and Nijolė Žemčiūgova has been going on. 😮 Nijolė, who came to Utena by bus in 1984 with one suitcase and joined the company, continues to work successfully today, sharing her experience and has no intention of stopping. 👏 "I was never bored; I was never bored of coming to work and having nothing to do because I was always improving. The employees are the value here. You won't hear the words 'if you don't like it, leave'. In general, this job has become like a family to me over the years," says Nijolė, currently working as a Quality Specialist at the company. Nijolė says that after 40 years of working in one job and approaching retirement age, she is not in the mood for a holiday yet. She has the strength and the encouragement to continue her journey in the UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus organisation. 🫶 Read more about Nijolė's story here 👉 https://bit.ly/3xTDMtu #LocalHeartGlobalStrength #SomethingsBrewing

A new month is the perfect time to get to know the already traditional Baltic Extra Mile Award winners! This time, we would like to introduce you to Inga Radeckienė, whose contribution to UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus and excellent results have not gone unnoticed. 👏 Inga, who received an award for teamwork at the Baltic Extra Mile Awards, describes herself as a positive person. Her positivity, initiative, empathy and love for people help her in her daily work and allow her to achieve the best results. 🫶 More about Inga in the video. 👇

Today, the tricolour waves of the flag can be seen in the sky, and the National Anthem is sung. Today, we celebrate Statehood Day with our compatriots around the world! 💛 💚 ❤️ This is a great time to remember, be proud of and rejoice in Lithuania's achievements, as well as in the fact that every day, we can create, grow, work and dream in a free country! Happy holiday, Lithuania! 🇱🇹

Do you know which professionals employers are already looking for? As the world's interest in chemistry and food technology studies declines, we at UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus and Utenos Brewery see huge potential in this field! 🍺 Food technology studies open up a wide range of career opportunities and offer real jobs during your studies. At UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus, we cooperate with universities, participate in student days, present career opportunities and offer longer, paid internships that allow students to choose their career direction early. 🤩 After graduation, students can become technologists, process engineers, product development specialists, quality assurance experts and even brewery managers. The food industry is constantly growing and evolving, and these skills will always be in demand in Lithuania and worldwide. 🌍

UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus is successfully expanding its export markets to Asia and Africa. 🌍 While each country in these regions has unique tastes and consumption habits, our “Švyturys Ekstra” lager and other products are already finding their way into the hearts of consumers from Japan to the Ivory Coast. Every market brings new challenges and opportunities. Our ciders were the first to establish themselves in Africa, paving the way for beer exports. Meanwhile, in Asia, lighter and less bitter beers are more appreciated, and we have successfully launched not only “Švyturys Ekstra” but also new recipes such as “Švyturys Ekstra Dry”. We proudly represent Lithuania in these distant markets and believe our journey to more countries is just beginning! 🍺

We continue to congratulate UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus employees who have been recognised at the Baltic Extra Mile Awards for their outstanding performance and contribution to the company. 🎉 Today, we invite you to meet Eugenijus Kirkilas, one of the Baltic Extra Mile Awards winners, who received the award for excellent customer service. Eugenijus is driven by his team, the company, the product he works with and the overall environment of UAB Švyturys - Utenos alus. 🫶 More about Eugenijus in the video. 👇