Tag: Procurement
Lagos-Calabar reroute puts project planning and procurement under scrutiny
The 700-kilometre highway is estimated at N15 trillion, while a reroute through the existing East-West Road has revived questions about…
Latvia records €887m in successful investment projects this year
Latvia’s investment agency has registered 19 projects worth €887m, while assessing progress against a €1bn annual target.
FCC consortium reaches final three for £5.7bn UK water project
FCC is part of one of three consortia bidding for Thames Water’s £5.7 billion White Horse reservoir project near Oxford.
Amazónica LNG appoints Jereh to build its LNG regasification plant
Amazónica LNG has appointed Jereh as principal contractor for a US$180m regasification project due to enter operation in the first…
Estonian Defence Minister Resigns Amid €70 Million Procurement Scandal
An inexperienced Indian company received €70 million for artillery shells in Estonia, raising procurement concerns.
Estonian Defence Minister Resigns Over €70 Million Ammunition Deal
Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur resigned after a €70 million ammunition contract was awarded to a company with no prior…
Joburg’s Licensing Centres Struggle Amid Financial Standoff
Joburg's licensing centres face chaos due to a 13-month financial standoff, with the City owing over a year in fees…
Parliamentary Committee Reviews Procurement Practices in Colleges of Education
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Education is investigating procurement practices at several Colleges of Education following adverse Auditor General findings.
New EU Regulations Enhance Consumer Rights in Lithuania
From 31 July 2026, new EU regulations will mandate longer warranties and easier access to repairs for electronic goods in…
Former Defence Minister Raises Concerns Over Drone Procurement in Ukraine
Mikhailo Fedorov highlighted issues in Ukraine's drone procurement, citing potential 200-300% markups by suppliers.
ICE Plans $20 Million Purchase of Electric Shock Gloves
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency plans to spend up to $20 million on electric shock gloves, raising concerns…
New EU Packaging Regulations Set to Transform Procurement Practices
New EU packaging regulations, effective from 12 August, impose strict limits on PFAS in food contact materials, impacting procurement.