The Estonian Competition Authority has released an analysis highlighting key challenges in the country’s public charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs), warning that competition is concentrated in larger urban areas while rural regions remain underserved.
According to the report, market activity is primarily driven by business decisions favoring high-density areas, leaving remote locations with limited access to charging points. The Authority cautions that this trend, if left unchecked, could create long-term barriers to entry and reduce competition.
The analysis also revealed signs of aggressive positioning among charging infrastructure providers, including competition for strategic real estate and partnerships.
Annabell Carina Katalsepp, a lawyer at the Authority, noted that possible anticompetitive practices were observed, prompting the agency to consider follow-up actions.
To address these concerns, the Authority has issued recommendations for stakeholders—including the state, local governments, and private enterprises—to improve competition and ensure a fair market. Market participants are expected to report on how they plan to implement these recommendations.
The Authority will continue monitoring the market and engaging with industry players to promote sustainable development in Estonia’s EV charging sector.
