Global Partners requests court order to block Applegreen travel plaza deal

Group 1 - Global Partners has filed a lawsuit against the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) for allegedly violating the Massachusetts Public Records Law regarding a $750 million deal with Applegreen [3][4] - The lawsuit claims that state official Scott Bosworth had improper communications and undisclosed personal relationships with Applegreen's bid team, which may have influenced MassDOT's decision [4][5] - Global Partners is seeking a court order to prevent MassDOT from finalizing its deal with Applegreen, arguing that the agreement is compromised by illicit communications and conflicts of interest [5] Group 2 - Applegreen's deal with MassDOT involves the redevelopment and operation of 18 state highway service plazas, which would enhance Applegreen's presence in the U.S. market over the next 35 years [5]