As of 2021, challengers to national incumbents now account for a majority of the European rail freight market, with a market share of 51%. In 2010, the market share of challengers was still at 25% and incumbents were dominating the market. This achievement reflects the success of opening national rail freight markets to competition and highlights the need to ensure European legislation is adapted to meet the needs of new entrants.
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Press Release - Challengers Account for Majority of Rail Freight Market for First Time (
Press Release - Challengers Account for Majority of Rail Freight Market for First Time-1681821750.pdf )