In the fourth quarter of 2024, companies owned by Balásy Gyula secured a significant total of net 36.189 billion forints (approximately 109 million euros) in various contracts, according to data compiled from the National Communications Office (NKOH).

This total is inclusive of optional frameworks, with 24.148 billion forints (approximately 72 million euros) attributed to 41 communication contracts and 12.04 billion forints (approximately 36 million euros) from 20 event management contracts.

The total gross value of these contracts amounts to approximately 45.96 billion forints, evidencing a substantial financial gain for Balásy’s firms during this period.

The National Communications Office’s quarterly summary highlighted the increasing prominence of Balásy’s companies not only in communication projects but also in event management.

In addition to the financial details, inquiries have been made regarding potential investigations.

The National Bureau of Investigation was asked whether any suspect questioning has occurred related to ongoing investigations initiated in April 2023 concerning contracts involving Balásy Gyula’s companies.

Reports have suggested that one contract with the NKOH was considered overpriced, with allegations of manipulating work hour counts and item quantities.

Furthermore, a police investigation is underway to determine whether the consistent award of nearly three-quarters of state communication contracts to the same group of companies over the past decade implies a lack of genuine competition.

This company group is identified as having links to Balásy Gyula.

The developments raise questions surrounding transparency and competition within state procurement processes, specifically regarding the allocation of substantial public funds to a concentration of companies.