4. Extension of the scope

The scope of the TSIs shall be progressively extended to the whole rail system as referred to in Article 1(4). In order to deliver interoperability cost-effectively further subcategories of all categories of network and vehicles mentioned in this Annex will, where necessary, be developed. If necessary, the functional and technical specifications mentioned in Article 5(3) may vary according to the subcategory. The cost-benefit analysis of the proposed measures will take into consideration, among others, the following: cost of the proposed measure, benefits to interoperability of an extension of the scope to particular subcategories of networks and vehicles, reduction of capital costs and charges due to economies of scale and better utilisation of vehicles, reduction of investment and maintenance/operating costs due to increased competition between manufacturers and maintenance companies, environmental benefits, due to technical improvements of the rail system, increase of safety in operation. In addition, this assessment will indicate the likely impact for all the operators and economic agents involved.

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