Authorities have presented three strategic options to the Benin-Asaba Expressway Concession Company regarding the continuation of construction amid public concerns over project delays and road deterioration.

The Porto City Council has identified municipal land in Noeda as a potential solution for housing residents displaced by the high-speed rail (TGV) project, with discussions ongoing with the concessionaire.

The concessionaire of Sofia Airport is looking for an operator to manage a new gas station on the airport premises.

A concession for the 'Lješnica-Bioča' quarry is being prepared in Montenegro, with the future concessionaire required to obtain all necessary environmental impact assessments and approvals.

After the deadline for concessionaire Kostak to take over the communal part of the Vipap wastewater treatment plant expired, the Municipality of Krško asserts that public services are continuing without disruption.

The Krško Municipality has missed the deadline for its concessionaire, Kostak, to take over the communal part of the joint Vipap wastewater treatment plant. The plant, which also processes industrial wastewater from the now-defunct paper mill, has become a major issue for the municipality.

An official from the European Alliance in the Herceg Novi Municipal Assembly criticized the mayor for prioritizing the search for future concessionaires over completing the bus station.

Estoril-Sol, a casino concessionaire, is currently non-compliant with Portuguese gaming law regarding the mandatory equity ratio and requires a capitalization of 35 million euros.

Slovenia's Constitutional Court has prioritized public interest, ruling that the regulation of concessionaire profits in healthcare is constitutional, overturning a 2018 decision and affirming the interventive law.

Italy has released a tender for beach concessions that appears to favor existing concessionaires through indemnities and local private incentives, raising concerns about a new EU infringement procedure.

Montenegro is inviting bids for concession agreements for the Možura-Orlovo and Gradina quarry sites, with deadlines set for July 16 and August 3 respectively.

Galab Donev anticipates that the Sofia Airport concessionaire, 'Sof Connect', will generate 50 million euros this year, after being exempted from a payment in 2021.

A dispute has arisen in Hungary between the waste concessionaire Mohu and Biofilter Zrt. regarding whether used cooking oil from restaurants falls under the waste concession, leaving restaurants confused.

Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has committed to clarifying uncertainties surrounding the Public Use Space (PSU) regulations for beach concessionaires. This comes as concessionaires, while complying with the law, have expressed doubts regarding its implementation.

A five-member panel of the Constitutional Court has opened a case concerning a specific text in the 2025 State Budget Law, initiated by a three-member panel and related to a new type of public obligation for concessionaires.

The number of unguarded beaches in the Varna region this summer season remains the same as last year. Public tenders have been announced for lifeguards for some beach areas, and concessionaires promise no price increases.

Portuguese motorway concessionaire Brisa announced a significant 44% drop in its profit, reaching 173 million euros in 2025.

A new opinion from the National Council for Environment and Sustainable Development (CNADS) suggests that dam concessionaires should contribute to beach sand replenishment, as their infrastructure retains sediments that would otherwise reach the coast.

Residents of Šule in Pljevlja have raised objections to the draft concession for lead and zinc exploitation, citing numerous problems, while the previous concessionaire disputes the accuracy of their claims and the government rejects the objections.

Meralco, an electric concessionaire, issued a statement clarifying that 'pass-through' charges do not contribute to the earnings of distribution utilities like itself.

The Portuguese government announced a program to reduce noise, with the minister emphasizing that this support is supplementary and does not replace the obligations of ANA (the airport authority). The APA (Portuguese Environment Agency) has demanded a new plan from the concessionaire.

Reports in Slovenia highlight concerns over double billing and unnecessary services within the public healthcare system, leading to public disappointment with concessionaires.

A concession agreement for Airports of Montenegro is projected to generate one billion euros over 30 years, including significant expansion plans for Tivat airport. The concessionaire is committed to an annual payment of 35% of gross revenue.

Authorities in North Macedonia are seeking a new concessionaire to clear a slag dump from the Smelter in Veles after rejecting an extension request from the previous company.

A commentary suggests that the Slovenian healthcare system, particularly regarding concessionaires, will likely see no significant changes after the upcoming elections.

The European Alliance representative, Stanić, called for the termination of the concession process for Podgorica and Tivat airports, deeming the current government's intention to hand them over to a concessionaire for 30 years, based on a seven-year-old tender, unacceptable.

The NGO Zagrad is demanding urgent information from the Ministry, stating that failure to comply with their request leads to uninformed citizens, confusion with the new concessionaire, and hinders monitoring of legal and contractual obligations, especially regarding site reclamation.

The highway concessionaire Brisa estimates losses exceeding three million euros due to a collapse on the A1 highway caused by a dike failure, but will not seek compensation from the state.

Authorities in Ljubljana have responded to the plight of kidney patients, implementing a short-term solution for health centers, though finding long-term concessionaires remains a challenge in many municipalities.

Minister Dave Umahi has ordered the arrest of contractors removing asphalt from the Benin-Asaba road and directed a concessionaire to quit the project over poor work, as the Presidency blames the contractor for the road's failure.

The head of Romania's ANSVSA announced the dismissal of the leadership of the Brăila Veterinary Sanitary and Food Safety Directorate (DSVSA) and the termination of a concessionaire's contract, following irregularities discovered during controls related to a sheep pox outbreak in the county.

Italy's communications authority, Agcom, has published an integrative act to its guidelines for gaming operators and media, tightening rules on testimonials and logo usage in responsible gaming campaigns. These mandatory norms for online concessionaires aim to combat gambling disorders.

Toll collection on the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway has been suspended following a 300-meter slippage, with the NHAI initiating action against the concessionaire and officials responsible for construction.

The Portuguese State Treasury will bear the costs of toll exemptions on certain roads, after the government exempted tolls for two weeks and covered 70% of the losses, with concessionaires now evaluating the total value.

The government has annulled the tender process for selecting a concessionaire for exploitation rights. This decision effectively halts the previously initiated process for awarding the concession.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. addressed water supply issues during his fourth State of the Nation Address in 2025, warning officials and concessionaires about recurring shortages.

A crematorium in Vainatrakis, Kaunas, completed about a year ago at a cost of 3.2 million euros, is still not operational, with the municipality planning to announce a concessionaire tender.

Residents in Montenegro protested the closure of Sveti Stefan beaches, demanding public access and claiming a contract with 'Adriatic Properties' is detrimental to public interest. The concessionaire, 'Adriatic Properties,' filed a report alleging a security guard was injured during the incident.

Manila Water, the East Zone concessionaire, asserts its enhanced readiness to provide reliable 24/7 water service to its customers in the Philippines as the country anticipates another strong El Niño episode in 2026.

ANA/Vinci, the airport concessionaire, has confirmed its alignment with the Portuguese state regarding investments and the connectivity of national airports. The airport concession contract, signed in 2012, has a duration of 50 years.

Two serious accidents occurred within an hour near Győr on the M1 highway, resulting in the deaths of Moldovan men. The Prime Minister has requested an immediate report on the traffic safety situation caused by diversions ordered by the highway concessionaire.

The Portuguese Environment Agency has issued new guidelines clarifying the rights and obligations of beachgoers and concessionaires regarding public use areas on beaches.

The representative body for beach concession operators in Portugal has expressed regret over accusations made by the Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) and the Minister of Environment, stating that a consensus between authorities should have been reached first.

Manila Water's Upper Wawa Dam has been recognized as the Water Project of the Year at the prestigious 2026 Global Water Awards. This award highlights the significance of the project for the East Zone concessionaire in the Philippines.

Almada has introduced new parking areas and a shuttle transport system for Fonte da Telha beach, a plan presented to beach concessionaires to regulate circulation and parking this summer.

Healthcare institutions in Slovenia believe a new intervention law could lead to an outflow of staff. An association opposes restrictions on doctors' additional work, approvals for working elsewhere, and limitations on concessionaires' surplus disposal.

Concessionaires are withholding €140 million in payments to Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) after the Court of Auditors declared the compensations outlined in their contracts to be illegal, leading IP to cease payments.

Discussions have concluded on proposed amendments to Montenegro's Law on Forests, with the Ministry of Agriculture facing scrutiny over its responsibility for issues with concessionaire contracts.

Manila Water, an East Zone concessionaire, received the Gold Award for Best Managed Company in Utility Services in the Philippines at the 2026 FinanceAsia Asia’s Best Companies Poll.

Free-flow toll systems in France are proving problematic for drivers who forget to pay, leading to fines of 90 euros. Despite user complaints, concessionaires maintain that the system is satisfactory.

The Llogara Tunnel in Albania is undergoing final tests, with the concessionaire preparing to introduce tolls for vehicles this month. Car drivers will pay 250 Albanian Lek for a one-way trip and 500 Lek for a round trip.

Amanat Lebuhraya Rakyat Berhad (ALR), the concessionaire of the Damansara-Puchong Expressway, clarified that a fatal rider accident took place on the NPE, correcting earlier reports.

Starting March 23, toll concessionaires will implement discounts for the transport sector, the Department of Transportation said yesterday.

Opposition parties in Slovenia are accused of using unreliable information about waiting lists to subtly advocate for the privatization of healthcare through concessionaires.

A concessionaire in Split's Bene bay, National d.o.o., continues to operate for years despite warnings of legal violations and a final court judgment that some politicians believe should lead to the revocation of its concession.

The Slovenian Ministry is struggling to explain the decision to abolish water concessionaires, confirming that the 'Slovenske vode' company will not be established during the current mandate, but concessions will still be eliminated.

The Gaia City Council is voting to resolve a swimming pool concession contract, citing non-payment and threatening to suspend works. The concessionaire attributes the issues to circumstances beyond their control.

The concessionaire for Vlora International Airport (VIA) is taking the Albanian government to London Arbitration, seeking the suspension of its contract amidst a new legal dispute.

The concessionaire 'SOF Connect' has transferred its ground handling operations at Sofia Airport, including airline clients and approximately 200 employees, to Aviapartner.

A road in Agra has caved in, prompting a Samajwadi leader to descend into the sinkhole. This incident follows recent reports of cracks and erosion on the Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway, leading to action against its concessionaire.

The concessionaire of the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) has been instructed to immediately repair a fence and review long-term safety measures following an elephant crash.

A clash of principles is intensifying on the Italian coast this summer as activists advocating for free beach access confront operators of concessioned strips who sell umbrellas and sunbeds.

A pharmacy in Most na Soči closed after its concessionaire retired, and a new one cannot be granted due to a legal threshold requiring 6000 residents, sparking a broader debate on the law's relevance.

ANA, the airport concessionaire, projects the new Lisbon airport will open in 2037 after a six-year construction period, though the government is working to accelerate the timeline for a 2035 opening.

The Movement for People's Trust (PNP) has warned that Montenegrin airports must not meet the same fate as Telekom, Lovćen, and Jugopetrol, following the government's announcement that the chosen concessionaire for Airports of Montenegro has withdrawn.

A dispute is brewing on Italy's private beaches as concessionaires object to bathers bringing their own food, citing lost revenue, while families argue high costs. A regional president has weighed in, stating 'the sea is a common good'.

Approximately 10,000 women in Maribor, Slovenia, are without a chosen gynecologist after one practitioner returned her concession, prompting the municipality to unsuccessfully seek a new concessionaire.

The Social Democratic Party (PSD) in Santo Tirso, Portugal, is pushing to annul a parking contract, alleging the city council paid 900,000 euros to the concessionaire for losses while only generating 484,000 euros in revenue.

After a harsh winter and sea changes damaged the sandy area, Fonte da Telha beach concessionaires are hoping a new parking plan will restore order and improve access.

An opinion piece discusses the role of the APA and the Minister of Environment as defenders of bathers and sun umbrellas, contrasting them with concessionaires who provide beach support, surveillance, and lifeguards.

The Portuguese Environment Agency (APA) has affirmed that beaches are public, promising to issue guiding regulations. This clarification comes amidst confusion among concessionaires regarding the placement of beach umbrellas and other rules.

Beach concessionaires in Portugal are requesting clear regulations regarding private sun umbrellas, as the APA considers it an 'abuse' to prevent them in front of concessions, while the sector seeks legal clarification.

Former Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, George Mireku Duker, testified in the High Court that land reclamation on mining concessions constitutes mine support services and does not require the same level of regulation.

Workers are raising concerns about alleged misuse of public funds in a new contract for the Egnatia Odos highway, including a €180 million compensation to the concessionaire TERNA for tunnel improvements.

Slovenian health centers are expressing concerns that a new intervention law will lead to a drain of medical staff, opposing restrictions on doctors' additional work and the disposal of concessionaires' surpluses.

New, unnecessary regulations for tunnel re-licensing caused significant traffic congestion during Easter in Greece. Government choices and a concessionaire set to receive up to 350 million euros are under scrutiny.

A Cenit report commissioned by the Catalan government estimates the cost of rescuing tolls on the C-16 and C-32 South highways at 2.6 billion euros. The report deems the operation 'highly counterproductive' due to the significant risk of litigation with concessionaire companies.

Macau's Financial Intelligence Office reported an 11.8% increase in suspicious transactions between January and March, receiving 1,356 reports. The majority, 73.5%, originated from casino concessionaires, while banks and insurers accounted for 18.1%.

A South Korean concessionaire is set to pay Montenegro 35% of annual gross revenues, 100 million euros upon contract signing, and invest 300 million euros in upgrading airport infrastructure in Tivat over 30 years.

Tolls on the A4 Katowice-Kraków motorway in Poland increased from April 1st, with the concessionaire, Stalexport Autostrada Małopolska, stating the new rates do not reflect the real rise in costs.

Criticism directed at concessionaires in Slovenia's healthcare system is seen as missing the fundamental problems, with concessionaires bound by the same patient rules and subject to stricter penalties for violations.

The Porto city council plans to renegotiate surface parking agreements with the concessionaire to increase the number of parking spaces available for residents. Details regarding the conditions and the extent of the increase are not yet known, while the municipal budget has grown by 98 million euros.

The concessionaire Atosca has received 79 million euros in compensation after the construction of the new Toulouse-Castres A69 highway was interrupted by a Toulouse administrative court ruling on February 27, 2025, though work was later authorized to resume in late May.

Nigeria's Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, facilitated an agreement between aviation unions and the concessionaire of Akanu Ibiam International Airport, leading to the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.

The Slovenian Ministry is struggling to explain why water concessionaires need to be abolished, especially since the planned 'Slovenian Waters' entity will not be established during this mandate.

According to the Ministry of Interior, individuals reported as concessionaires of the 'Strmol-Latovo-Konjarnik' Forest Management Unit are accused of stealing timber. They were contracted to cut and deliver 1,500 cubic meters of firewood and 300 cubic meters of timber.