Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
European Commission
Lantmännen Fined €47.7 Million for Ethanol Cartel Participation
Dec 6, 2023
The European Commission has imposed a €47.7 million fine on Lantmännen for its role in a cartel that manipulated ethanol price benchmarks in Europe.
European Commission
European Commission Releases New Antitrust Guidelines for Agricultural Sustainability Agreements
Dec 6, 2023
The European Commission has adopted new Guidelines to help agricultural operators design sustainability agreements that comply with EU competition rules, following a recent reform in the Common Agricultural Policy.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Reviews Land Passenger Transport Sector
Dec 6, 2023
The French Competition Authority has published a comprehensive opinion on the competitive dynamics of the land passenger transport sector, emphasizing its importance for the economy and environmental sustainability.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Takes Action Against Supermarket Land Agreements to Enhance Competition
Dec 6, 2023
The Competition and Markets Authority has secured commitments from Morrisons and M&S to cease unlawful land agreements that hinder competition among supermarkets, aiming to benefit shoppers with more choices and lower prices.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Addresses M&S Land Agreements Violating Competition Rules
Dec 6, 2023
The Competition and Markets Authority has identified non-compliance in M&S's land agreements, prompting the retailer to take corrective actions.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Urges Morrisons to Amend Non-Compliant Land Agreements
Dec 6, 2023
The Competition and Markets Authority has identified 55 non-compliant land agreements by Morrisons, prompting the supermarket to take corrective actions.
Polish UOKiK
Amazon Adjusts Subscription Practices Following UOKiK Intervention
Dec 6, 2023
Amazon Digital UK and Amazon EU are changing their subscription practices after the Polish competition authority's intervention, ensuring consumer consent for price changes.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Launches Investigation Against Scott Sportech for Market Division
Dec 5, 2023
The President of the Polish competition authority has initiated proceedings against Scott Sportech Polska for allegedly restricting competition in the bicycle sales market.
German Bundeskartellamt
Bundeskartellamt Approves Hamelin's Acquisition of Pelikan
Dec 4, 2023
The Bundeskartellamt has approved Hamelin Group's acquisition of Pelikan, concluding that the merger will not significantly hinder competition in the stationery market.
Polish UOKiK
Safety Inspection Reveals Issues in Toy Guns
Nov 30, 2023
A recent inspection by the Polish competition authority found safety concerns in 17 out of 31 tested toy guns, launchers, and bows, highlighting the importance of compliance with EU safety standards.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA's Appeal Victory Overturns Apple Case Ruling
Nov 30, 2023
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has successfully appealed a previous ruling that suspended its investigation into Apple, allowing it to continue its efforts to promote competition in the UK mobile market.
Lithuanian competition authority
Lithuanian Competition Council Finds Transport Regulations Favor Existing Railway Carrier
Nov 30, 2023
The Lithuanian Competition Council has determined that regulations from the Ministry of Transport and Communications unfairly favor LTG Cargo, hindering competition in the railway freight market.
German Bundeskartellamt
Veolia's Acquisition of Friedrich Hofmann Approved with Conditions
Nov 29, 2023
The Bundeskartellamt has conditionally approved Veolia's acquisition of Friedrich Hofmann's subsidiaries, requiring the sale of a disposal site to maintain competition in the waste management sector.
European Commission
European Commission Targets Automotive Battery Cartel
Nov 29, 2023
The European Commission has issued a Statement of Objections to six automotive battery manufacturers and a trade association for allegedly colluding to inflate prices in the automotive starter battery market.
Italian Competition Authority
Italian Authority Halts Bank Transfer to Protect Customers
Nov 29, 2023
The Italian Competition Authority has intervened to stop the transfer of customers from Intesa Sanpaolo to Isybank, ensuring that account holders can choose to remain with their current bank.
