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European CommissionThe Second Economic Adjustment Programme for Greece. Fourth ReviewΡar /ΡageMoU6.3.2.1MEFP(35)6.3.3 AviationMoU6.3.3.1MoU6.3.3.2MoU6.3.3.2MEFP(35)MoU6.3.3.3Action Deadline Comments StatusHaving completed the report on the functioning of theregular passenger services and the follow up strategy forthe effective opening of the sector, the Governmentapproves the required law (and necessary acts) that ensuresequal conditions and access equity to all road passengerservice operatorsWe will liberalize long distance bus transportation services(adopt legislation to open lines for competition andstreamline mandatory discounts)Having submitted the National Airport Policy strategy, thePrivatisation Fund (HRADF) carries out the appropriateprocess leading to the privatisation of regional airports.Any State Aid issues must be clarified. The concessionagreements must take into account the current bestpractices, including capping levels for airport charges andimposed taxes, facilitating investment approval, andallowing for transparent and swift dispute resolutionmechanismsThe Government ensures full implementation of EURegulation (EU 691/2010) referring to the performance ofair traffic managementThe Government takes full advantage of the assistanceoffered by the Network Manager in delivery of theadditional capacity for the first Reference Period asrequired by Regulation (EU) 691/2010, and in lookingforward to the second Reference Period of the Performancescheme as enabled in regulation (EU) 390/2013.We will streamline pubic service obligations (PSO) forregional flights to bring down costs (reduce frequency inthe winter and remove PSO in the tourist season whenexisting contacts expire).The Government takes decisive measures to ensure that theHellenic Slot Coordinator Authority (HSCA) isfunctionally and financially independent, sufficientlystaffed, and able to carry out its functions.July 2013 Law F.Ε.Κ. 216Α'/11-10-2013 Observed.August 2013 Law F.Ε.Κ. 216Α'/11-10-2013. Observed.ContinuousContinuousContinuousOctober 2013December2013The invitations for expression of interest for the 2groups of regional airports were published at1/4/2013. Seven investment vehicles were selectedfor the next phase of privatisationObserved and ongoing.The action should be removed since the relevantlegislation applies and the country has won awardson air rtaffic management.There are contracts in force (26 contracts expire on31.03.2016, 1 on 31.05.2014 and another on31.08.2014) and possible amendment will lead tocompensation payments (fiscal impact). Authoritiessuggest amendments, where applicable, should occurafter the expiry of contracts.Law 4233/2013 FEK 22/A/29-1-2014Observed.Ongoing.Observed.Ongoing.Observed.Ongoing.Pending.NotObserved.MoU6.3.3.3To this end the Government submits all necessary draftlegislation.June 2013 Draft legislation is submitted. Observed.MoU6.3.3.3Adopts legislation (HSCA).September2013Law 4233/2013 FEK 22/A/29-1-2014.Observed.MoU6.3.3.36.3.4 RailwaysMoU6.3.4.1MoU6.3.4.2MoU6.3.4.2.iand fully implements legislation (HSCA).The Government implements the spin-off of ROSCO(Maintenance Unit), GAIAOSE (Real Estate), and thetransfer of the leasing of the rolling stock activities fromthe OSE Group to the State, and provides an updatedTRAINOSE Business Plan.The function of award authority for public servicecontracts for rail passenger transport according toRegulation 1370/2007/EU, is integrated into the newauthority for contracting land passenger (both intercity busand rail) services.The new legislation regarding the award authority forpublic service contracts for rail passenger transport isadopted.December2013July 2013July 2013A JMD is under preparation defining the Presidentand the members of the Board of HSCA. ThePresident should be approved by the Parliament aswell (Committee for Transparency). Furthermore theinternal rules of operation are under preparation.Action is completed. The updating of theTRAINOSE Business Plan is ongoing.Provisions included in the KTEL Bill (voted). F.Ε.Κ.216Α'/11-10-2013NotObserved.Observed.Observed.MoU6.3.4.2.iiMoU6.3.4.3MoU6.3.4.3MoU6.3.4.3The new legislation regarding the award authority forpublic service contracts for rail passenger transport is fullyimplemented.The renewal of the current public service contract for railpassenger transport is to be completed by direct award byend April 2014 and should have a maximum duration offive years.Public service contracts concluded in 2014 or later will beawarded by means of competitive tender.The rent contracts concerning all rolling stock, employedin every public service contract are synchronized both interms of their duration and to allow for any reallocation ofrolling stock as it may become necessary when amendingthese public service contracts.The rent contract between TRAINOSE and the State willbe initially synchronized with the 5 year PSO contractincluding one additional renewal option of five yearDecember2013ContinuousContinuousContinuousAccording to the law, the BoD of RAEM will beappointed by 31.3.2014 and afterwards the actionplan will be edited.The contract is under preparation (final stage).HDRAFT and Ministry of Infrastructure are incooperation. Direct award for five years, part of theprivatization process.Provisions included in the KTEL Bill F.Ε.Κ.216Α'/11-10-2013.The rent contracts of the rolling stock are to besynchronised. Agreement between the E.C. and theAuthorities. It will be completed with theprivatization.NotObserved.Observed.Ongoing.Observed.Ongoing.N/A120
ANNEXΡar /ΡageAction Deadline Comments Statusmaximum duration. Contracts will be awarded at marketprices.MoU6.3.4.4MoU6.3.4.4.iiiThe State adopts legislation to allow the rail regulatoryauthority RAS to exert its right of imposing fines, notably(1) amending law L3891/2010 granting RAS the right toperform hearings,(2) granting RAS the right of adopting a hearing regulationand(3) granting RAS the right to adopt and publish in theOfficial Gazette regulatory acts and decisions on allmatters of its competence.To this end, the Government submits draft legislation May 2013 Draft provisions sent to Troika and agreed.MoU6.3.4.4.ivTo this end, the Government adopts legislation to allow therail regulatory authority (RAS) to exert its right ofimposing fines.July 2013Provisions included in the KTEL Bill, F.Ε.Κ.216Α'/11-10-2013 (art. 85)Observed.MoU6.3.4.5The function of safety authority is transferred to anindependent authority.July 2013Provisions included in the KTEL Bill, F.Ε.Κ.216Α'/11-10-2013 (art. 85)Observed.MoU6.3.4.6Annex9.1The HRADF launches tender procedure for Trainose July 20136.3.5 Maritime activities and portsMoU6.3.5.1MEFP(36)MEFP(35)MoU6.3.5.2MoU6.3.5.2An assessment of the impact of recent reforms, inconsultation with stakeholders, will be completed andadditional measures will be introduced with the aim tofurther improve the competitiveness of the sector,including by increasing flexibility of labour arrangements.We will further increase the flexibility for ferrytransportation.The HRADF launches the appropriate call(s) for tender forports (through concessions of individual terminals orthrough the sale of shares in the "master concessions" portcompanies).The sustainability of the financing of the Port Authoritiesprivatised by selling concessions in profitable activitiesshould be ensured.6.4 The retail sectorMoU6.4MoU6.4.1MoU6.4.2MEFP(35)MoU6.4.3On retail, the selected measures aim at allowing a widerclass of goods to be sold by more efficient retailers, andreduce their operating costs. Measures not only look intoretail specific regulations (such as rules on pricing, salesand labelling) but also, into the rules on licensingapplicable to retail outlets. Combined, the measures shouldhelp contribute to lower prices and more choice forconsumers.The Government adopts a Ministerial Decision repealingMarket Regulation 7/2009, following the results of thenotification procedure provided for in Directive 98/34 onemonth after the end of the standstill periodReviews and amends the Market Policing Code (Law136/1946) providing for various forms of public sectorintervention in the production, distribution andconsumption of goods in line with the simplifyingrecommendations of the Hellenic CompetitionCommission's opinion no. 24/VII/2012. In addition, thisshould include (i) removal of restrictions in order to permitmore freely discounts, promotions, and offers outside andduring sale periods, more sales periods combined withmore flexibility in the duration of the sales, (ii) increasedflexibility in retailers' opening hours by, interalia, giving all shops the option to remain open at leastseven Sundays per year, especially during holidayseasons. Trading on Sundays is likelyto increase retail activity and competition and boost growthand employment, especially in small andmedium enterprises.Reviews and simplifies the licensing procedure for theestablishment and operation of retail outlets. This exerciseshould lead to a significant reduction in the number ofauthorisations requested by the public administration forthe opening and operation of shops, which should bereplaced, if needed, by less demanding instruments such asOctober 2013October 2013September2013ContinuousThe tender for TRAINOSE was launched at12.07.2013. Three investors expressed their interest.The assessment of the recent reforms and theproposals on additional steps were prepared andsubmitted to EC/ECB/IMF.MoMaritime submitted to EC/ECB/IMF the draftlegislative provisions concerning the 3 proposedadditional steps.The provisions are expected to be voted in Μarch.New actions are expected in an updated MoU.There are ongoing discussions between Ministry ofMaritime and troika.New actions are expected in an updated MEFP.The invitation for expression of interest for OLP waspublished on 5/3/2014.Observed.NotObserved.Pending.Pending.NotObserved.N/AJuly 2013 MD Α2-861/ΦΕΚ 2044/22.8.13 Observed.July 2013 Law 4177 FEK 173/A/8-8-2013 Observed.July 2013 The study is delivered to the troika. Observed.121
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