Concession Contracts Directive

The Concession Contracts Directive is a European Union regulation that sets common rules for public authorities when they award concession contracts—agreements where a private company provides services or manages assets, often with some payment from the public sector. It aims to ensure transparency, fair competition, and efficient use of public resources across EU countries. The directive clarifies how these contracts should be awarded, managed, and regulated, promoting consistency and accountability while allowing public interests to be protected and private companies to compete fairly within the EU market.