The Government opens the bids for the privatization of the Waterway and national routes
The Argentine government is set to unveil bids for the privatization of the Paraná and Paraguay rivers Waterway and over 2,500 kilometers of national routes, critical for the country's logistics and trade.
The Caputos took over the nuclear sector after Reidel's departure due to allegations of overpricing
The Caputo family now leads Argentina's nuclear sector following Demian Reidel's exit amidst allegations of financial misconduct.
Ligga Telecom, created after the privatization of Copel, begins the sale process
Ligga Telecom has initiated the sale of the company for R$ 495 million, with Brasil Tecpar as the potential buyer assuming R$ 1.2 billion in debts pending regulatory approval.
The Tatras survived privatization and the dreams of the Olympics. Now they are threatened by zoning
The Tatras face new threats from proposed zoning changes that may lead to privatization and environmental degradation.
After controversies, the outsourcing process of a hospital in the interior of Acre is suspended
The outsourcing process for the management of the Regional Hospital of Alto Acre in Brazil was suspended due to controversies surrounding it.
Malaspina justified the football strike and linked it to the questioning: 'There are political and economic interests'
Cristian Malaspina, president of Argentinos Juniors, defended the football strike, claiming it is connected to political and economic interests after a legal complaint against the AFA.
The largest privatization of the Milei era begins to take shape, promising investments of US$10 billion
Argentina is set to receive US$10 billion in investments through the privatization of the Vía Navegable Troncal, a critical waterway for international trade.
TCE of Paraná asks the Security Secretariat to explain R$ 438.7 million contract
The TCE-PR has requested an explanation from the Paraná Security Secretariat regarding a significant contract worth R$ 438.7 million with Celepar amid ongoing privatization disputes.
Mogiana Route: Billion-dollar auction receives 4 bids in SP
The Rota Mogiana concession auction in São Paulo has received four bids ahead of the event taking place this Friday.
Intercargo: the Government would launch the bid to privatize it on Friday and could raise around US$30 million
The Argentine government plans to initiate the privatization of Intercargo on Friday, potentially raising approximately US$30 million from the sale of its shares.
Tolls on national roads and the Riccheri highway increase: how rates will change starting this Thursday
The Argentine government has announced an increase in toll rates for national roads and the Riccheri highway, effective from Thursday.
Public school cleaners in Seville camp in the city center against privatization of their service
Cleaners from public schools in Seville have camped in the city center to protest against the privatization of their service.
After pressure from indigenous people, government retreats and revokes decree that provided for concessions of waterways in the Amazon
The Brazilian government has announced the revocation of a decree that allowed the privatization of three waterways in the Amazon following pressure from indigenous groups.
Before privatization, Celepar signs contract of R$ 438.7 million with the PR government
Celepar signed a R$ 438.7 million contract with the Paraná State Public Security Secretariat shortly before its planned privatization was suspended by the Supreme Court.
South American country to privatize 3,900 kilometers of roads
Argentina's government has initiated a public bidding process to privatize over 3,900 kilometers of national roads as part of President Javier Milei's plan to withdraw the state from the management of Corredores Viales S.A.
Sell 51% stake in NNPCL refineries, PENGASSAN urges FG
PENGASSAN has urged the Nigerian Federal Government to sell a 51% stake in the state-owned NNPCL refineries to improve efficiency by adopting a model similar to that of Nigeria LNG.
The Government summoned a new tender to advance with the privatization of national routes
The Argentine government has initiated a public and international tender to privatize a network of national routes as part of its plan to transfer road operations to the private sector.
Flávio Dino suspends privatization of data company in Paraná
Brazil's Federal Supreme Court Minister Flávio Dino has temporarily halted the privatization of Paraná's data company Celepar pending further legal review.
Boulos and Guajajara will receive indigenous people who invaded port in protest against Lula
Indigenous leaders from the Lower Tapajós invaded a port terminal in protest against President Lula's decree on privatization.
Dino suspends Celepar privatization due to risk to personal data protection
Minister Flávio Dino has suspended the privatization process of Celepar over concerns regarding personal data protection in the company's transfer to the private sector.
Water privatisation has been a disaster - it's time to pull the plug
The article critiques the privatization of water in England and Wales, calling for a reevaluation of the system due to pollution and financial burdens on consumers.
Kenya: High Court Rules Privatization Act, 2025, Constitutional
The Milimani High Court in Kenya has upheld the Privatization Act of 2025, allowing for the restructuring of state-owned enterprises without the need for Senate approval.
Major Elevator Company Fujitec to Go Private in March - Decision Made at Extraordinary Shareholders' Meeting
Fujitec announced its decision to go private in March following a buyout by the Swedish investment firm EQT due to conflicts with activist shareholders.
Kenya: High Court Clears Way for KPC Privatisation After Dismissing Petitions
The Kenyan High Court has allowed the privatization of the Kenya Pipeline Company Limited by dismissing petitions aimed at blocking the process.
Families and workers oppose the privatization of public school cleaning services in Seville: 'They are going to ruin our lives'
Families and workers in Seville are challenging the privatization of public school cleaning services, fearing job losses and deteriorating working conditions.
Next President of Osaka Metro Adjusted to be Kakumoto from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation: Two Successive Terms from the Private Sector
Osaka City has decided to appoint Kakumoto Keiji from Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation as the next president of Osaka Metro, continuing the trend of private sector leadership.
Venezuelan millionaires take advantage of Maduro's decline: Preparing a private capital fund of 1 billion dollars
Venezuelan business leaders are gearing up to establish a private capital fund aimed at rebuilding the nation, with an initial goal of raising 1 billion dollars.
Restructuring in the Prefecture: The 'Tiger' Lectured the 'Lion' Prime Minister Who Gained Two-Thirds in the House of Representatives
A discussion around political dynamics in Japan during the era of Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi highlights tensions between different factions within the ruling party.
The Future of the Historic Chapadmalal Complex: Milei Doesn't Use It, Kicillof Does, and the Debate Over Its Privatization Heats Up
The debate over the privatization of the historic Chapadmalal complex intensifies as President Javier Milei chooses not to use it while his predecessor, Kicillof, did.
NLC slams DisCos for classifying consumers into bands, threatens strike
The Nigeria Labour Congress has threatened an industrial strike over the poor performance of the country's electricity grid and discriminatory consumer billing practices.
Federalization of BRB Begins to Be Discussed Among Bankers
The potential federalization of the BRB (Bank of Brasília) is being considered among bankers as a possible resolution for the state institution's crisis, although it is not the preferred option for the government of the Federal District.
Chairman of the Board of Directors of Copasa Resigns
Hamilton Amadeo has resigned as the chairman of Copasa's Board of Directors amid the company's privatization process.
Toyota Group Extends Tender Offer for Toyoda Gosei to March 2, Price Unchanged
Toyota's special purpose company has announced the extension of the tender offer (TOB) for Toyoda Gosei until March 2, maintaining the price at 18,800 yen per share.
MetroGAS won the National Quality Award
MetroGAS has been awarded the National Quality Award 2025 for the private sector in Argentina, recognizing its commitment to quality management.
Democrats deride veterans affairs secretary for repeating false claims about Alex Pretti’s killing
Democratic lawmakers criticized Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins for echoing false assertions regarding the death of Alex Pretti during a congressional hearing.
The Government of Ayuso announces that it will take to the courts the law that aims to limit healthcare privatization, which is not yet approved
The Government of Madrid, led by Isabel Díaz Ayuso, plans to legally challenge a proposed law aimed at limiting healthcare privatization, asserting that the law is unnecessary and would cause disorder in the healthcare system.
The Government privatized LNG imports: the impact on rates and the risks of the business
The Argentine government has initiated a public tender for the privatization of liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports, which could affect household gas prices in the winter.
Key Points of the Public Health Bill: Can It Succeed? What Happens with Hospitals Like Torrejón?
The Spanish government has introduced a public health bill aimed at ensuring that public healthcare management takes precedence over private interests, particularly in the wake of controversies surrounding private management in hospitals like Torrejón.
Letter to the Editor. Stop further privatization of public housing
A letter to the editor emphasizes the need to retain public housing in Stockholm, citing the conversion of nearly 40,000 affordable rental units since 1999.
Ayuso accuses Sánchez's Government of wanting to destroy Madrid's healthcare with its law against privatization
Isabel Díaz Ayuso has accused the central government of Spain of trying to undermine the healthcare system in Madrid through legislation aimed at curbing privatization.
The Government approves the preliminary bill to halt the Torrejón model of privatization in public healthcare
The Spanish government has approved a preliminary bill aimed at preventing the privatization of public healthcare, specifically targeting models similar to the one used at the Torrejón Hospital.
Health advocates urge feds to take a stance on Alberta’s health privatization
Health advocates are lobbying the federal government to oppose Alberta's new legislation that permits doctors to operate in both public and private health systems, claiming it undermines the Canada Health Act.
Russia: Moscow's Domodedovo Airport has been privatized and sold to Sheremetyevo
Domodedovo Airport in Russia has been sold for approximately $850 million amid concerns regarding long-term investments in the country.
The job was "simply hell," he says. Now Oslo is considering privatizing garbage collection again
Oslo is contemplating the privatization of garbage collection again despite past chaos caused by the last privatization effort, which led to serious issues in 2017.
Nigeria: Refineries As Monuments to Waste
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited admits that federal government refineries are financially unviable, calling for their privatization.
NNPCL's $1.5bn refinery failure proves my privatisation call right — Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar argues that the $1.5 billion failure of the Port Harcourt Refinery reinforces his call for the privatization of state-owned refineries in Nigeria.
Thousands of people demonstrate in Madrid against Ayuso's health policy
Thousands protested in Madrid against the healthcare policies of Isabel Díaz Ayuso, demanding an end to service privatization.
SOS for public healthcare
The article warns about the deterioration of public healthcare in Spain, drawing parallels to the recent crisis in public transport due to underinvestment and overburdened infrastructure.
The 'blue folders' of the Ministry of Finance: 6 privatizations and 5 tax reforms at the center for 2026
The Greek Ministry of Finance outlines ambitious plans for 2026 focusing on accelerated privatization and significant tax reforms.
Hospital outsourcing plan causes controversy in the interior of Acre
A plan to outsource the Regional Hospital of Alto Acre in Braziléia, Acre, is causing controversy as government officials claim it is not privatization, while employees oppose the change.