The Transport Area of the Florence School of Regulation (FSR Transport) at the European University Institute is dedicated to policy dialogue, policy-relevant research, training, and networking in the area of transport regulation in Europe. It is concerned with the regulation of all modes of transport and a wide range of other topics related to digital and sustainable mobility.
This opinion piece explains the ongoing liberalization of France’s regional rail services, where approximately 60% of train-kilometers are now subject…
Innovation is closely linked to air transport, from the development of aircraft technologies to the creation of computer reservation systems. T he latter led to the development of global distribution…
This opinion piece explains the evolution of Sweden’s rail system, from a period of decline to one of successful competitive…
This opinion piece explains the gradual opening of France’s passenger rail market to competition, emphasizing the role of the independent…
This opinion piece explains how France’s “New Rail Pact” promotes decentralized implementation of competitive tendering for regional rail services, giving…
Regulation 1370/2007, as amended by the Fourth Railway Package, set the date of 25 December 2023 for the opening to competition of services subject to public service obligations. As opposed…
The school carries out multidisciplinary research with the purpose of developing economically, legally, and socially-sound regulation and policy.
Designed by an international faculty of academics and the main experts in the field, our courses are designed to meet the educational needs of professionals at all levels.
Our events bring together the world of academia and practice to offer a vast range of opportunities for open discussion and practice sharing.
For more than a decade, hundreds of experts have gathered at the hills overlooking Florence to analyse the evolution of European transport policy and regulation at the call of the Florence School of Regulation. This book reflects the discussions in…
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The 4th Florence Rail Regulation Conference aims to discuss advancements for accelerating the growth of the railways in the EU.…
Introduction The 2nd Florence Aviation Regulation Conference aims to discuss the current and future economic and regulatory policies relating to air…
