Investigation into Aerial Firefighting Contracts: Evidence Linking Officials to Companies
April 19, 2026
The investigation into the contracts for aerial firefighting assets reveals the involvement of three officials from the Department of Forests, linked to companies that won contracts worth over 30 million euros. The findings suggest that their family ties influence decisions and the allocation of public funds. Relationships between the suspects and the awarded companies have been identified. The case is ongoing, with authorities seeking further evidence and planning legal actions. This issue is critical, particularly with the rising risk of wildfires during the summer.