The Communication on interpretation of the Maritime Cabotage Regulation confirms that ‘it is for the Member States (including regional and local authorities where appropriate) to determine which routes require public service obligations. In particular, public service obligations may be envisaged for regular (scheduled) island cabotage services in the event of market failure to provide adequate services.’
La RAS n'a avancé aucun motif précis de nature à justifier la nécessité des OSP imposées à Saremar en matière de tarifs à appliquer sur la ligne en question en saison d'hiver.