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In this issue: UK mergers UK competition policy EU mergers EU state aid Lex Talk®Competition: a Lexis®Nexis community Daily and weekly news alerts New and updated content Caselex UK mergers Secretary of State ‘minded’ to refer Telegraph Media Group/ RB Investco Limited merger for a phase 2 investigation on public interest grounds The Culture, Media and Sport Secretary has stated she is ‘minded’ to send the proposed purchase of Telegraph Media Group by RB Investco to the CMA for a phase 2 probe. Two public interest intervention notices ( PIINs) were previously issued by the Secretary in relation to proposals to acquire TMG. The initial PIIN, dated November 2023, concerned a transaction involving Redbird IMI Media Joint Venture, LCC. The CMA has, however, advised the Secretary that there are no longer ongoing arrangements that would create a relevant merger...
State aid General Court issues further judgment regarding Spanish aid for the acquisition of ships The General Court has delivered its ruling in Case T‑519/12, Grupo Moera and Vallejo and DSA v Commission, an application seeking annulment of the Commission’s decision of 17 July 2013. That decision determined that a Spanish arrangement for purchasing ships — the SLTS — which linked leasing with financing via tax relief, involved unlawful State aid ( SA.21233) (the Commission’s 2013 decision). Under that arrangement, a shipowner could have a new vessel constructed with a rebate applied to the price demanded by the shipyard. To secure the reduced price (after the rebate was deducted), however, the shipping company had to undertake not to acquire the vessel directly from the shipyard but to buy it from an economic interest grouping ( EIG) established under Spanish law and assembled by a bank. The...
Antitrust The CMA offered informal, competition law-focused guidance to WWF- UK concerning its planned initiative to decarbonise retailers’ supply chains—see the guidance. Note— For all updates on sustainability and competition law, see the Competition law and sustainability—global developments tracker. Competition policy The CMA gave evidence before the House of Lords and issued two consultation responses on regulation and the role of UK regulators—see the case page. Note— For a summary of ongoing competition law legislation, guidance and other policy developments, see the UK competition law—ongoing legislation and policy tracker. Upcoming dates For dates on forthcoming UK competition developments, see the UK Competition calendar......
Mergers Secretary of State ‘minded’ to refer Telegraph Media Group/ RB Investco Limited merger for a phase 2 investigation on public interest grounds The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport announced she is ‘minded’ to escalate the anticipated acquisition of Telegraph Media Group by RB Investco to the CMA for a phase 2 investigation on public interest grounds. She has issued two public interest intervention notices ( PIINs) concerning proposals for the acquisition of TMG. The first PIIN, published in November 2023, related to an acquisition proposed by Redbird IMI Media Joint Venture, LCC......
Mergers Commission sends SO to Kingspan for providing incorrect incomplete and misleading information regarding planned acquisition of Trimo The Commission has issued a statement of objections to Kingspan Group plc ( Kingspan), alleging that the company furnished information that was incorrect, incomplete and misleading during the Commission’s 2021 assessment of its intended acquisition of Trimon, arhitekturne rešitve, d.o.o ( Trimo). Kingspan ultimately chose to abandon the deal. On 3 March 2021, Kingspan informed the Commission of its plan to acquire Trimo. The two companies are active as producers and distributors of mineral fibre. On 12 April 2021, the Commission escalated the review by opening a phase II investigation into the proposed transaction......
Mergers The Commission approved Petronord Gmb H & Co.'s acquisition of exclusive control over Petrocargo Mineralöllogistik Gmb H and Hempelmann Wittemöller Gmb H both entities......
Mergers The Commission approved: the taking of exclusive control of Nordic Waterproofing Holding AB by Kingspan Holdings Ireland Limited ( M.11309) following a phase I review—see also, Midday Express the setting up of a joint venture by Italiana Petroli S.p. A. and EV Asset Holdings S.p. A.......
Mergers The CMA has opened an invitation to comment on the proposed purchase of Redrow plc by Barratt Developments plc—see the case page for more information. The CMA is consulting on undertakings in lieu regarding the expected takeover of Mick George Limited by Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited—see the case page. NOTE— For every live merger currently before the CMA, consult the UK mergers—ongoing cases tracker. Competition policy The Energy Security Secretary has urged the CMA to examine competition across the home heating sector—see the press release. NOTE— For a synopsis of all ongoing competition law legislation, guidance and other policy developments, see the UK competition law—ongoing legislation and policy tracker. Upcoming dates For dates of forthcoming UK competition developments, see the UK Competition calendar......
In this issue: UK mergers UK private actions UK antitrust UK market studies EU state aid Lex Talk®Competition: a Lexis®Nexis community Daily and weekly news alerts Caselex New and updated content UK mergers CMA unconditionally clears Arçelik/ Whirlpool EMEA merger after phase 2 The CMA has published its final report following its phase 2 review of the proposed joint venture between Arçelik A.Ş. (through Ardutch B. V.) and Whirlpool Corporation (through Whirlpool EMEA Holdings LLC). Both businesses are among the UK’s major suppliers of large domestic appliances ( MDAs), spanning washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers and cooking equipment. Arçelik’s products are largely sold under the Beko, Blomberg and Grundig brands, while Whirlpool’s portfolio is chiefly marketed under Indesit and Hotpoint. The authority has upheld its provisional view that the deal is not expected to lead to an SLC in the...
Competition policy CMA publishes Annual Pan for 2024/2025 The CMA released its Annual Plan for 2024/25. It refreshed its assessment of the previous year and upheld the ambitions and medium-term strategic priorities outlined in the draft Annual Plan that was subject to consultation in December 2023. The Annual Plan sets out the CMA’s intended areas of focus for 2024/25, reflecting work successfully delivered against its priorities during the preceding year......
Mergers The Commission approved: the purchase conferring exclusive control of Splunk Inc by Cisco Systems, Inc....
Mergers The Commission authorised: the takeover of joint control of Cotiviti Intermediate Holding Corp. by KKR & Co. Inc. and Veritas Capital Fund Management, L. L. C. ( M.11454) after a Phase I review—see more in Midday Express the takeover of joint control of Recurrent Energy B. V. by Canadian Solar Inc. ......
Market studies CMA identifies multiple concerns in the veterinary services for household pets market; consulting on proposal to make market investigation reference After an initial assessment, the CMA said it had reached a provisional view to open a full market investigation into the veterinary industry. A consultation was opened by the CMA on 7 September 2023. In its review, the authority reported an exceptional volume of submissions to its request for evidence and expressed worries that people may lack sufficient information to select the most suitable vet practice or course of treatment. Notably, the CMA observed that more than 80% of vet practices publish no prices on their websites, including for standard appointments or vaccinations, and that obstacles exist to obtaining second opinions, across services for household pets, with consumers lacking information and finding it hard to compare options and pursue advice......
Mergers The Commission has authorised: Investindusrial SA to secure sole control of Fassi Holding Srl ( M.11471) following a phase I investigation—see further, Midday Express the establishment of a joint venture by Mitsui & Co., Ltd, Osaka Gas Co., and RWE Offshore Wind Japan Murakami- Tainai K. K......
Mergers The CMA confirms it has, as required, sent its report to the Secretary of State on jurisdiction and competition issues linked to Red Bird IMI’s anticipated acquisition of Telegraph Media Group—see further, case page. NOTE— For a summary of mergers in which the UK government has intervened on public interest grounds under the Enterprise Act 2022, see Government interventions on public interest grounds—merger cases tracker. Antitrust OFGEM has launched a Chapter II Competition Act 1998 investigation into suspected breaches of competition law, concerning a possible abuse of a dominant position—see further, press release. NOTE— For all live behavioural probes before the CMA and sectoral regulators, see UK behavioural investigations—ongoing cases tracker. Competition policy The CMA seeks inputs for its review of the Rail, Road, Inland Waterway Transport Block Exemption ( RRIWTBER), assessing fitness for purpose, UK economic...
Mergers The Commission approved: the acquisition of joint control of Alteryx, Inc. by Clearlake Capital Group L. P. and Insight Venture Management LLC ( M.11440) following a phase I review—see also Midday Express the acquisition of sole control of WESTFA Energy Gmb H by Mabanaft Gmb H & Co......
Mergers T& L Sugars/ Tereos merger meets the test for reference to phase 2 The CMA has concluded that the expected purchase by T& L Sugars Limited ( TLS) of Tereos United Kingdom and Ireland Limited’s UK packaging and distribution operation and business-to-consumer arm ( TUKI B2C), from Tereos SCA ( Tereos), satisfies the threshold for a phase 2 reference... TLS is a sugar producer that manufactures, refines, and supplies sugar and related products, including the Tate and Lyle brand, to UK supermarkets and other businesses such as grocery wholesalers, hotels, and cafes... TUKI B2C sources sugar from its European parent, Tereos, and runs a packaging and distribution facility in Normanton ( West Yorkshire) to sell packed sugar in the UK, including under the Whitworths brand... At phase 1, the CMA determined that the proposed deal gives rise to an SLC due to horizontal...
Mergers The Commission approved: the purchase of exclusive control of VOLTERRA S. A. by MYTILINEOS S. A ( M.11395) following a phase I review—see also Midday Express the purchase of joint control of Auberge Resorts LLC by MSD Hospitality Partners L. P.......
In this issue: Digital Markets Antitrust Lex Talk®Competition: a Lexis®Nexis community Daily and weekly news alerts Caselex Digital Markets Commission publishes its first annual report on the Digital Markets Act The Commission has issued its inaugural annual report to the Council and the European Parliament on the Digital Markets Act ( DMA). Under Article 35 of the DMA, it is required to present a yearly account covering how the regime is being implemented and the headway made towards its objectives. The report sets out the Commission’s DMA-related work during 2023, including the preparation and formal adoption of the Implementing Regulation as well as the notification templates. Furthermore, on 5 September 2023, Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Byte Dance, Meta and Microsoft were designated as gatekeepers for a total of 22 core platform services, while a separate decision declined to designate Samsung as a...
Mergers CMA unconditionally clears Arçelik/ Whirlpool EMEA merger after phase 2 The CMA has published the final report of its phase 2 review of the planned joint venture between Arçelik A.Ş. (through Ardutch B. V.) and Whirlpool Corporation (through Whirlpool EMEA Holdings LLC). Both are among the largest suppliers of major domestic appliances ( MDAs) in the UK, including washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers and cooking appliances. Arçelik offers MDAs under the Beko, Blomberg and Grundig names, while Whirlpool sells MDAs under the Indesit and Hotpoint labels. The CMA has upheld its provisional view that the deal is not expected to lead to a substantial lessening of competition in respect of the supply of MDA products in the UK......
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