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French rail start-up wins licence to compete on high-speed lines
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· September 1, 2026
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Key points A new company has been granted permission to run trains on these routes. Competition is coming to high-speed rail lines.
Competition is coming to high-speed rail lines. A new company has been granted permission to run trains on these routes. State-owned SNCF currently dominates this market.
The move is part of a broader effort to introduce more competition into the rail industry. Further details about the new operator and its plans are available from the source.
The development marks a significant step forward for the industry, with the new company set to challenge the existing operator on key routes.
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Published: September 1, 2026 ·
Source: The Local France ·
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