Termination of the contract for the boats on the Po in Turin
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The termination of the contract to supply the Valentino and Valentina electric boats, intended for navigation on the Po river in Turin, concerns an agreement worth €3.2 million. The contract was terminated over serious breaches by the supplying company [1].
The contract and its termination
The agreement provided for two electric boats, named Valentino and Valentina, designed to carry passengers along the city stretch of the Po, in the area of the Parco del Valentino (Valentino Park). The contract was terminated after the company in charge allegedly failed to meet its obligations, amounting to serious contractual breaches [1].
The City Council's position
The councillor responsible, Francesco Tresso, confirmed the City Council's intention to press ahead with the electric boat project despite the termination of the previous agreement. According to the councillor, the goal remains to have the Po navigation service running by spring [2].
Outlook
The City of Turin is aiming for a new tender to award the boat supply contract, with the stated goal of launching the service in spring 2027 [2].
Sources
- Quotidiano Piemontese — 1 November 2026
- Quotidiano Piemontese — 1 November 2026