“Simpler state aid is great, but mind the internal competition”

European Commission headquarters.

The European Commission’s intention to simplify the state aid rules for green transport could directly benefit rail, which is very important. However, when it comes to granting subsidies and funding, the Commission and the Member States should be extra cautious because money intended for support could end up distorting the internal competition of the rail freight market.

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Author: Nikos Papatolios

Nikos Papatolios is the Editorial Coordinator of RailFreight.com, the online magazine for rail freight professionals.

1 comment op ““Simpler state aid is great, but mind the internal competition””

bönström bönström|15.07.22|17:01

Indeed, yes and Matter to be attended!
Just a minority, now affords luxury of not caring about eta, etc. Thus regardless of extra, for “steering” wares, from road to rails, not yet Shift is seen.
(Not until quality of service rendered is equal, or better, Shift will be.)
Regrettably, simply because of and excused by, shortcomings of railways…, extras supported by voters, now is devastating, for all, as currently Industry of railways has got no incentive, for the urgently needed upgrading.

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