Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-001141/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Jordan Bardella (PfE)
On 18 January, the Commission launched an in-depth investigation into Fret SNCF, jeopardising not only the future of the public operator, but also that of the French rail freight sector as a whole. Although rail freight is a strategic pillar of energy autonomy and industrial competitiveness, the Commission seems to favour a deregulatory approach that risks undermining the public sector for private gain.
It is worth remembering that since the rail freight market was opened to effective competition in 2006, the modal share of rail freight transport has been halved and Fret SNCF has seen its workforce reduce by two thirds.
What factors justify jeopardising a sector that is essential to France’s supply chain and industrial competitiveness?
Submitted: 18.3.2025