Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Danish competition authority
Danish Authority Fines Mærsk 10 Million Kroner for Merger Violation
Jun 26, 2025
The Danish competition authority has imposed a fine of 10 million kroner on A.P. Møller-Mærsk A/S for failing to comply with merger control regulations during its acquisition of Pilot Air Freight Holdings LLC.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Seeks Feedback on New Grid Project Prioritization Framework
Jun 26, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is inviting stakeholders to provide feedback on a draft decision aimed at prioritizing grid connection projects that serve major social objectives, such as schools and hospitals.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Retailer Fined for Unfair Trading Practices
Jun 25, 2025
The Croatian Competition Agency has fined retailer PPK-BJELOVAR EUR 50,000 for imposing unfair trading practices on its suppliers in the food supply chain.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Emphasizes Collaboration for AI's Economic Benefits
Jun 25, 2025
The president of the Hungarian Competition Authority highlights the need for coordinated efforts in harnessing artificial intelligence for societal benefits during a recent conference.
US Department of Justice
DOJ's Roger P. Alford Discusses Antitrust Challenges in Digital Markets
Jun 25, 2025
Roger P. Alford from the Department of Justice addressed the International Association of Privacy Professionals, highlighting the evolving antitrust landscape in digital markets and the importance of consumer welfare.
US Department of Justice
Fuel Truck Company Owner Sentenced for Bid Rigging and Fraud
Jun 25, 2025
Kris Bird, owner of a fuel truck supply company, has been sentenced to three months in prison for his involvement in bid rigging and wire fraud schemes related to contracts with the U.S. Forest Service.
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Competition Authority Targets No-Poach Clauses in Labour Market
Jun 25, 2025
The Portuguese Competition Authority has issued a Statement of Objections regarding anti-competitive no-poach clauses in the labour market, which restrict worker mobility among member companies.
Finnish competition authority
Finnish Court Imposes €6.56 Million Fine for Real Estate Price Fixing
Jun 25, 2025
The Supreme Administrative Court of Finland has fined the Real Estate Management Federation and several companies €6.56 million for engaging in anti-competitive price-fixing practices.
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Competition Authority Targets No-Poach Clauses in Labour Market
Jun 25, 2025
The Portuguese Competition Authority has issued a Statement of Objections regarding anti-competitive no-poach clauses in the labour market, which restrict worker mobility among member companies.
Norwegian competition authority
Norwegian Competition Authority Closes Investigation into Moving Companies
Jun 25, 2025
The Norwegian competition authority has concluded its investigation into two moving companies suspected of illegal collaboration, deciding to drop the case.
Court of Justice of the EU
EU Court Upholds RWE-E.ON Asset Swap Approvals
Jun 25, 2025
The Court of Justice of the EU has confirmed the European Commission's approval of RWE's acquisition of E.ON's generation assets, dismissing appeals from several German municipal authorities.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authority Investigates Play for Potential Consumer Rights Violations
Jun 25, 2025
The Polish competition authority has initiated proceedings against P4, the owner of the Play network, for potentially imposing unlawful contractual terms on consumers.
Danish competition authority
Danish Authority Finds Øresundslinjen in Breach of Competition Commitment
Jun 24, 2025
The Danish competition authority has determined that Øresundslinjen violated its commitment to allow ticket resale on the Helsingør-Helsingborg ferry route, originally established by Scandlines in 2010.
Competition Bureau Canada
Canada's Competition Bureau Warns Landlords Against Price-Fixing
Jun 24, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada has issued a warning to landlords and property managers about the illegality of colluding on rental prices and lease terms, emphasizing the importance of independent decision-making.
US Department of Justice
Former Asphalt Executive Sentenced for Bid Rigging
Jun 24, 2025
A former vice-president of an asphalt paving company has been sentenced to six months in prison and fined $500,000 for his involvement in bid rigging schemes in Michigan.
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