1. controlled growth or increase of something subject to rules, laws, or restrictions
The company pursued a regulated expansion into new markets to maintain quality standards.
A empresa perseguiu uma expansão regulada para novos mercados a fim de manter os padrões de qualidade.
2. systematic increase in size, scope, or capacity under governmental or institutional oversight
The regulated expansion of the railway network required environmental impact assessments.
A expansão regulada da rede ferroviária exigiu avaliações de impacto ambiental.