Bilfinger launch probe into bribe allegations

Bilfinger SE released a statement claiming their "suspicions have now been substantiated" in the early phases of the investigation, which saw the company hire auditors Ernst and Young, and Deloitte.

A law firm in Brazil was also called in to aid the investigation, which centres around how Bilfinger SE secured the rights to construct security centres in 12 host cities of the football showpiece.

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