Dispute between E-PANGO and the Paris National Opera: the decision of the Paris Administrative Court

On February 16, 2026, the Paris Administrative Court ruled in favor of the Paris National Opera in a dispute with E-PANGO. The latter, an energy supplier, was facing a claim for compensation for additional costs related to the suspension of its electricity purchase authorization.

E-PANGO is contesting this decision, arguing that the court's interpretation of the termination of its contract and the applicable legal conditions is questionable. The company plans to appeal, highlighting a potential financial impact of €3.64 million.

This situation highlights the complexities of the French energy market and the predominant influence of EDF, which is criticized for its near-monopoly.