EDITORIAL Simon Casas once again wins management of the Nîmes arenas

It’s done, according to our exclusive information, the company Casas and Co has won the public service delegation for the management of bullfighting shows in the Nîmes arenas from January 1, 2025 until December 31, 2028. “It is good news for Nîmes” announces with a smile Mayor Jean-Paul Fournier to Objectif Gard. Even if a municipal source indicates that the duo in charge of the Saint-Gilles arenas, composed of the breeder of fighting bulls Pierre-Henry Callet and the former matador Julien Miletto, had made a proposal far from uninteresting, quite the contrary. Until a few days ago, the negotiations continued, but ultimately, it was the master of the arenas of Madrid and historically of Nîmes who won. In this new adventure, he is not alone. It is surrounded by a solid team that Simon Casas positioned himself to win. Indeed, the company Casas and Co has some big names on the team. Denis Allegrini, the Nîmes business leader, king of hotels, restaurants and events, at the head of The Social Club hotel group. Hadrien Poujol, the former raseteur today reconverted to communication and the successful production of bullfighting and Camargue shows. The historical associate Gilles Vangelisti and above all, Robert Piles, figures of bullfighting engaged in Spain, but who worked for a long time in the arenas of Nîmes. Beyond the people, Simon Casas seems to have made a very good proposal to continue making Nîmes the most beautiful arenas in the world. It remains to be seen what new commitments he will have to respect with his associates? Develop ticketing and the number of entries into the arenas. The last few years have repeatedly shown its ability to offer sold-out shows. Ensuring an artistic proposition on a world scale will not be very difficult for Nîmes. Finally, ensure prices adapted to young aficionados. And also, maintain the corral. A request made by the mayor, also included in the initial call for tenders. Simon Casas and his new team will have four years to keep their promises… Olé!