The European Commission has today launched a short, additional targeted consultation to gather information on the single market dimension of the Rule of Law Report. The results of this consultation will feed into the preparation of the 2025 Rule of Law Report.
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of sole control of EST Europe Holdings B.V. (‘EST’) of the Netherlands by sennder Technologies GmbH (‘sennder’) of Germany. The transaction relates primarily to freight forwarding services in Europe and services ancillary to freight forwarding.
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of sole control of Nordic Paper Holding of Sweden by Strategic Value Partners of the US. The transaction relates primarily to the sale of specialty paper, notably kraft and greaseproof paper.
The EU Commission College approved its negotiating mandate given to Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič, in charge of interinstitutional relations and transparency, to launch work on the revision of the 2010 Framework Agreement on relations between the two institutions.
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of Unieuro S.p.A., based in France, by Fnac Darty S.A., based in Italy. The transaction mainly concerns the retail distribution sector of cultural goods, leisure, technical products and household appliances.
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of Ysco N.V. of Belgium by Davidson Kempner Capital Management (‘Davidson Kempner’) of the US. The transaction relates primarily to the manufacture of ice cream.
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of E. Winkemann of Germany by One Equity Partners of the US. The transaction relates primarily to the production of precision stamped metal products primarily for the automotive industry.
EU employment and social affairs ministers discussed a range of topics, including traineeships, comprehensive solutions to demographic challenges, the European Semester, labour and skill shortages, social inclusion of persons with disabilities, and women’s mental health.
Tackling labour and skills shortages is one of the key challenges of our time, with implications for the EU’s competitiveness, sustainable and inclusive growth, capacity for innovation, social cohesion, green and digital transitions.
Today, Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection, Michael McGrath will deliver an address to the 5th Inter-parliamentary Committee Meeting on the evaluation of Eurojust.
The EU Commission has approved the acquisition of joint control of SICK Engineering GmbH by SICK AG, both of Germany, and by Endress+Hauser AG (‘EH’) of Switzerland, as well as the acquisiton of sole control of SICK MAIHAK (Beijing) Co. Ltd. and certain distribution assets of SICK by EH.
The European Commission has launched a targeted consultation to gather public input on rule of law developments at both national and EU level as part of the preparation of the 2025 Rule of Law Report. The consultation is open to judicial associations, civil society, NGOs, international organisations, EU agencies, as well as other interested parties.
Yesterday, 1 December, the von der Leyen Commission II took office. This followed the European Parliament’s earlier endorsement of the new College of Commissioners and its new mandate, which the President had proposed in September 2024.
The EU Council today decided to prolong and update the list of individuals, entities, and bodies subject to restrictive measures against serious human rights violations and abuses, for a further year until 8 December 2025.
With the ongoing elections in Romania, the EU Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to enforce the Digital Services Act to ensure Very Large Online Platforms and Search Engines (VLOPs and VLOSEs) uphold their responsibility in safeguarding electoral processes.
The EU Commission has approved, EasyJet Airline Company PLC, International Airlines Group and Air France-KLM S.A., Société Air France and Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij N.V. as suitable remedy takers under the commitments made by Lufthansa AG, and the Italian Ministry of Economy and Financein order to acquire joint control over ITA Airways.
The European Commission has decided to withdraw its 2021 communication providing guidance on the application of the referral mechanism set out in Article 22 of the EU Merger Regulation to certain categories of cases.
“What is Europe about? Europe is about values, about peace and about prosperity. Values are the bedrock on which we have built everything else. They are inscribed in our Treaties, right at the top. They set high standards for all of us, institutions, and citizens alike” – Incoming European Council President António Costa.
The EU Commission has concluded that a German State aid measure of €1.9 billion to support DB Cargo, one of Europe’s leading rail freight operators, is in line with EU State aid rules. DB Cargo is a 100% subsidiary of the State-owned, vertically-integrated German rail operator Deutsche Bahn AG.
The Hungarian EU Council Presidency issued conclusions on the future of European competitiveness. The presidency conclusions recognise the urgency of enhancing productivity and sustainable growth, while maintaining the EU’s social and economic model. See what is on their to-do-list.
The transaction mainly concerns the production and sale of processed deli meats and pâtés. The Commission concluded that the proposed merger would not raise competition concerns, given the limited market position of the companies concerned resulting from the proposed transaction.
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