Mobility
Concessions: Competitors must have access to CP trains
The Competition Authority (AdC) recommends that if the government proceeds with plans to sub-concession CP's urban railway lines, it must ensure private operators have non-discriminatory access to CP's rolling stock, maintenance facilities, and human resources like train drivers. The government intends to sub-concession the Cascais line and possibly the Sintra line, with a model expected in September, though the legal extension of CP's public service contract until 2034 is being scrutinized by the AdC.
Why it matters
If you are a regular commuter on the Cascais or Sintra lines, these moves suggest upcoming changes in how your train service is managed and operated, though no immediate service changes have been implemented yet.ObservadorRead original ↗
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