Dutch ACM Updates

Dec 11, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has noted a significant decrease in complaints regarding paid directory assistance services following the introduction of stricter regulations, but warns of emerging misleading practices.

Dec 10, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is aiding the Romanian Competition Council in investigating potential illegal agreements in the sports goods sector, following dawn raids at several companies.

Dec 10, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has mandated travel auction website Reizendeal to enhance transparency in its pricing and offers following consumer complaints about hidden costs.

Dec 10, 2024

The Dutch ACM is closely monitoring Clean Energy as it prepares to take over HEM's customer contracts following HEM's license revocation.

Dec 9, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has revoked the energy supply licenses of HEM due to severe financial issues, ensuring that its 13,500 customers will continue to receive energy from a new supplier.

Dec 9, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has approved collaboration among asphalt producers aimed at making production more sustainable, allowing them to work together without breaching competition rules.

Dec 5, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has mandated seven crowdfunding platforms to provide clearer information about their fees following numerous consumer complaints.

Nov 28, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has revealed the tariffs for distribution and transmission system operators for 2025, resulting in an 11% increase in costs for electricity and natural gas transport for businesses and households.

Nov 26, 2024

ToeslagenPortal, an intermediary service provider, will compensate individuals who used its services and has made changes to its practices after an intervention by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM).

Nov 25, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has developed a comprehensive set of measures to tackle grid congestion, urging swift implementation by businesses and system operators.

Nov 21, 2024

The Netherlands ACM closes its investigation into alleged illegal agreements on retail prices of IT devices, citing insufficient evidence of violations.

Nov 21, 2024

Businesses offering data intermediation services in the EU must now register with the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) and can apply for an 'EU label' to enhance trust.

Nov 20, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has given the green light for electricity producers, battery systems, electrolyzers, and businesses to share a single connection on the grid, known as cable pooling, to enhance grid utilization and support the energy transition.

Nov 15, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) reports a slight increase in electricity and natural gas prices, with a growing number of households choosing dynamic energy contracts.

Nov 14, 2024

DEEM NL, a Dutch heat supplier, has been declared bankrupt, leading to the appointment of InWarmte as an emergency supplier to ensure residents continue to receive heat.