Italy's competition regime is almost two decades old, and its antitrust bar has had plenty of time to mature. Today, it boasts a healthy stock of both domestic and foreign firms. Some international players have an impressive market share, while others are still battling to make their name in Italy. Becoming a significant player is tricky, though, thanks in part to Italy's well-established and experienced homegrown firms. On the flipside, several Italian firms are competing hard to establish themselves in Brussels. Many have set up bases there and are rivalling the network firms for business.