25 Million Contract with Spanish Company for Firefighting Services
June 1, 2026
A Spanish company, known for its involvement in an international scandal regarding the rental of aircraft for firefighting, has signed a contract worth 25 million euros with the Cyprus Department of Forests. The contract involves renting four aircraft and is valid until 2026 with a possibility for renewal. A Cypriot official from the Department of Forests, linked to a funding scandal, participated in the contract awarding process. Specifically, the offer from the company was deemed high, but the official claimed it was justified. This situation has raised concerns about the transparency and legality of the processes.