Financial Police Operations at the Hahnenkamm Race Lead to Significant Fines

More+More+ ♦ Published: February 23, 2025; 19:44 ♦ (Vindobona)

The annual Hahnenkamm race in Kitzbühel is not only a major sporting event but also a key economic driver for the region. Alongside the excitement on the slopes, Austrian authorities carry out strict regulatory checks to ensure compliance with tax and labor laws. This year, the Financial Police, part of the Office for Fraud Prevention, conducted extensive inspections targeting various businesses involved in the event.

The Financial Police, part of the Office for Fraud Prevention, conducted extensive inspections targeting various businesses regardin the Kitzbuehel Ski Race. / Picture: © Wikimedia Commons / Armin Ademovic / CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)

During the renowned Hahnenkamm ski race in Kitzbühel, the Austrian Financial Police, part of the Office for Fraud Prevention, conducted thorough inspections. These checks targeted taxi operators, security companies, and workers involved in event setup. In total, 72 employees from 11 different businesses were inspected. Finance Minister Gunter Mayr commended the professionalism and…