A Swedish construction company has taken legal action against the country’s transport authority after being removed from a major infrastructure project in Stockholm more than a year ago. AF Anläggning, part of the AF Gruppen group, filed a lawsuit against Trafikverket in Stockholm District Court on Monday, seeking damages of 740 million Swedish kronor.
The dispute stems from AF Anläggning’s removal from the Stockholm tunnel project in late 2022. The company had been awarded a contract for tunnel construction but was terminated by Trafikverket before completion. AF Anläggning claims the termination was unjustified and caused significant financial harm. The lawsuit argues that the decision breached contractual terms and damaged the company’s reputation in the sector.
Trafikverket has not yet publicly commented on the lawsuit. The transport authority typically handles large infrastructure projects in Sweden and has faced scrutiny before over contract disputes. The case could set a precedent for how future construction contracts are managed in the country.
AF Gruppen, the parent company, confirmed the legal action in a statement. The group emphasized that the termination had immediate financial consequences, including lost revenue and additional costs for reallocating resources. The company is seeking compensation for both direct losses and projected future earnings.
Legal experts say the case highlights the risks involved in major public contracts. Contracts of this size often involve complex negotiations and high stakes. The outcome may influence how Swedish authorities handle similar disputes in the future.
Source: tu.no