OE2027: Government rejects dismantling of CP and says that sub-concession preserves the strategic role of the company

The Portuguese government has rejected claims that the suburban rail service concession will dismantle CP, asserting it will enhance the company's role in high-speed rail. Secretary of State for Mobility, Cristina Pinto Dias, emphasized that CP will remain a strategic public operator while introducing competition in certain operations. The concession aims to strengthen CP's capabilities and prepare it for future challenges in a competitive market. The government plans to start studies on urban services with high demand and frequency, focusing on phased concessions for specific lines.