Loxam Group / UK Platforms merger inquiry
The CMA investigated and cleared the anticipated acquisition by the Loxam Group through Nationwide Platforms Limited of UK Platforms Limited.
Statutory timetable
| Phase 1 Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 16 January 2019 | Decision published |
| 19 December 2018 | Decision announced |
| 7 to 21 November 2018 | Invitation to comment |
| 7 November 2018 | Launch of merger inquiry |
Phase 1
CMA clearance decision
19 December 2018: The CMA has cleared the anticipated acquisition by the Loxam Group through Nationwide Platforms Limited of UK Platforms Limited.
- (16.1.19)
Invitation to comment: Now closed
7 November 2018: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering whether it is or may be the case that this transaction, if carried into effect, will result in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002 and, if so, whether the creation of that situation may be expected to result in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United Kingdom for goods or services.
Launch of merger inquiry
7 November 2018: The CMA announced the launch of its merger inquiry by notice to the parties.
- (7.11.18)
Contact
Please send written representations about any competition issues to:
Last updated 19 December 2018 + show all updates
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Clearance decision announced.
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First published.