Europe
March 19, 2026
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Ryanair Rejects Allegations of Illegal Subsidy Deal in Portugal’s Azores

Ryanair has denied allegations that it benefited from illegal subsidies linked to agreements with authorities in Portugal’s Azores, as an ongoing investigation intensifies scrutiny over financial arrangements involving the airline. The Irish carrier stated that it has no such agreement with the regional government, responding to claims that contracts related to tourism promotion may have […]

Lisbon News
November 07, 2025
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EU Targets CRRC Over Alleged Subsidies in Lisbon Rail Bid

The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation into a subsidiary of China Railway Rolling Stock Corp. Ltd. (CRRC), examining whether it unfairly benefited from state subsidies while bidding on a light rail project in Portugal. The probe marks the second time the EU has used its new regulatory tool to scrutinize the Chinese trainmaker. […]