As members of the DLN – Distribution Law Network, we are pleased to have contributed to the Comparative Legal Study on Distribution Models, now available on the DLN website.
This study provides a structured and practical overview of the main distribution models used across Europe, including:
🔸 commercial agency,
🔸 distribution and reseller models (exclusive & selective),
🔸 franchising and licensing,
🔸 online and digital distribution models (e-commerce, marketplaces, platforms),
🔸 and emerging models such as subscription and D2C commerce.
Covering 9 European jurisdictions (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, the Netherlands, UK), the study highlights key legal differences, competition law considerations and practical points of attention for each model.
Designed as a decision-making tool, it helps businesses assess which distribution structure best fits their commercial and regulatory environment.
Access the comparative study on our website: Click here