São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas announced plans to potentially terminate the contract with Next Mobilidade, which is behind the construction of the BRT in the ABC Paulista region. The BRT project, which aims to connect cities in Greater São Paulo to the capital, was initiated in 2022 with an expected completion date in 2023. However, significant delays have led the governor to take action against the contractor.

De Freitas expressed dissatisfaction with the progress of the project, indicating that the current contract terms are not being respected, and that the necessary investments in the construction have not been made as promised. He emphasized the need for more stringent measures to address the ongoing issues and highlighted that the original agreement has effectively become ineffective due to the lack of fulfillment by the contractor.

This decision could have broader implications for public transportation infrastructure in São Paulo, especially considering the importance of the BRT for improving connectivity in the region. The termination of the contract may allow the state to seek a more reliable contractor to ensure the project is completed and meets the needs of the community, thereby enhancing public trust in state projects.