Blogs

This blog concerns the Unfair Practices Act an de prohibition of abuse of dominance. It also addresses producer organisations, sustainability initiatives and below-cost sales. View blog >

The Wet veiligheidstoets investeringen, fusies en overnames (Investments, Mergers and Acquisitions (Security Test) Act – the “Vifo Act”) introduces a test for investments in vital providers and sensitive technologies. This blog addresses the scope of application and the main points for attention of the Vifo Act. View blog >

Commission proposal to broaden current protected geographical indications scheme. This blog addresses the relationship between the cartel prohibition and quality schemes. View blog >

Legislature clarifies relationship between sustainability agreements and the cartel prohibition. ACM intensifies the supervision of false sustainability claims. This blog summarises the latest developments. View blog >

The year 2022 promises to be a busy year in the field of cartels. Cartel investigations and dawn raids are back on the agenda. New laws and regulations are also in the pipeline, and cartel damage proceedings will be continued. View blog >

In 2021, the M&A market recovered from the first corona crisis year. Despite new uncertainties in the world, intensive merger control will continue in 2022. View blog >

ACM is still actively enforcing compliance with consumer rules. This blog addresses the latest developments and provides seven tips. View blog >