A regional government is reviewing the market structure of its domestic drone-delivery sector, currently dominated by a single technology firm. Which of the following developments is most likely to increase the contestability of this market?
A technological shift where drone maintenance requires highly specialized, firm-specific diagnostics tools with zero resale value.
The introduction of long-term, exclusive service contracts between the incumbent firm and major online retailers.
An industry-wide agreement that allows new entrants to lease standardized battery-charging infrastructure on a pay-as-you-go basis.
An increase in the statutory minimum liability insurance premium that all drone operators must pay upfront annually.
