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Allianz’ proposed acquisition of RAA Insurance not opposed

The ACCC will not oppose Allianz Australia Insurance Limited’s proposed acquisition of the Royal Automobile Association of South Australia’s personal insurance business (RAAI).

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Elders’ proposed acquisition of Delta raises concerns

The ACCC has outlined its preliminary competition concerns with Elders Limited (Elders)’ (ASX:ELD) proposed acquisition of Delta Agribusiness (Delta) in a Statement of Issues published today.

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IAG’s proposed acquisition of RACQ Insurance not opposed

The ACCC will not oppose Insurance Australia Group Limited’s (ASX: IAG) proposed acquisition of RACQ Insurance Limited (RACQI).

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Cleanaway’s proposed acquisition of Citywide Waste not opposed

The ACCC will not oppose Cleanaway Waste Management Limited’s (ASX:CWY) proposed acquisition of the waste and recycling business of Citywide Service Solutions Pty Ltd (Citywide Waste).

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Orikan withdraws clearance request for proposed acquisition of Duncan

Orikan Group Pty Ltd has withdrawn its request for merger clearance by the ACCC of its proposed acquisition of Duncan Technologies Pty Ltd , having decided to terminate their proposed merger.

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Qube's proposed acquisition of MIRRAT not opposed, subject to undertaking

The ACCC will not oppose Qube Holdings Limited’s (ASX:QUB) proposed acquisition of Melbourne International RoRo & Auto Terminal Pty Ltd (MIRRAT), after accepting a court-enforceable undertaking to remedy competition concerns.

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Woolworths’ proposed acquisition of Beak & Johnston not opposed

The ACCC will not oppose Woolworths Group Limited’s (ASX:WOW) proposed acquisition of Beak & Johnston Holdings Pty Ltd (B&J).

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New merger process guidance released for consultation

The ACCC has today released draft guidance explaining the processes the ACCC will use when assessing acquisitions under Australia’s new merger regime, and is seeking feedback on the guidance through consultation.

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ACCC consults on assessment guidelines for new merger regime

The ACCC has marked a further milestone in the transition steps towards the new merger regime with the release of the draft merger assessment guidelines for consultation.

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Vocus’ proposed acquisition of TPG enterprise, government and wholesale business not opposed

The ACCC will not oppose Vocus Group Limited’s proposed acquisition of TPG Telecom Limited’s (ASX: TPG) fixed line business, enterprise, government, and wholesale customer base as well as its fibre and transmission networks.

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DP World Australia's proposed acquisition of Silk raises preliminary concerns

The ACCC has outlined preliminary competition concerns with DP World Australia’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics (ASX:SLH) in a Statement of Issues published today.

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ACCC releases guidance on merger reform transition

The ACCC has released guidance on transitional arrangements to assist businesses and their advisers considering a merger in 2025, ahead of Australia’s new merger regime coming into effect.

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Retail pricing, merger reform implementation and competition issues among ACCC's 2025-26 priorities

Retail pricing, merger reform implementation and competition issues among ACCC’s 2025-26 priorities

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Blackstone acquisition of clinical trial service provider not opposed, subject to divestiture of Australian subsidiary

The ACCC will not oppose the proposed acquisition of I’rom Group Co Limited by Blackstone Group (HK) Limited after accepting a court-enforceable undertaking requiring the divestment of CMAX Clinical Research Pty Ltd.

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Viva Energy's proposed acquisition of LOC Global not opposed, subject to divestiture

The ACCC will not oppose Viva Energy's (ASX:VEA) proposed acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent interest in LOC Global (LOC) from New World Corporation (NWC) after accepting a court-enforceable undertaking requiring divestments.

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Integral Diagnostics' proposed acquisition of Capitol Health not opposed, subject to divestiture

The ACCC will not oppose Integral Diagnostics’ (ASX:IDX) proposed acquisition of Capitol Health (ASX:CAJ) after accepting a court-enforceable undertaking.

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Orikan's proposed acquisition of Duncan raises concerns

The ACCC has outlined its preliminary competition concerns with Orikan Group Pty Ltd’s proposed acquisition of Duncan Technologies Pty Ltd in a Statement of Issues published today.

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ACCC welcomes passage of historic merger laws

With the passing of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Mergers and Acquisitions Reform) Bill 2024 by the Australian Parliament yesterday, the ACCC is intensifying its focus to ensure that implementation of the new merger regime is successful when it commences.

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ACCC will not oppose Aurizon's Flinders Logistics acquisition after changes to transaction structure

The ACCC will not oppose Aurizon’s (ASX: AZJ) proposed acquisition of Flinders Logistics Pty Ltd, following a restructure of the transaction to address the ACCC’s preliminary competition concerns.

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Cleanaway's proposed acquisition of Citywide Waste raises concerns

The ACCC has published a Statement of Issues outlining its preliminary competition concerns with Cleanaway Waste Management Limited’s (ASX:CWY) proposed acquisition of the waste and recycling business of Citywide Service Solutions Pty Ltd.

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Blackstone’s proposed acquisition of I’rom raises concerns

The ACCC has outlined preliminary competition concerns with the proposed acquisition of I’rom Group Co Limited by Blackstone Group (HK) Limited (Blackstone) in a Statement of Issues published today.

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Sigma and Chemist Warehouse proposed merger not opposed, subject to undertaking

The ACCC will not oppose the Sigma Healthcare Limited (ASX: SIG) and CW Group Holdings Limited (Chemist Warehouse) merger after accepting a court-enforceable undertaking from Sigma.

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Sanitarium's proposed acquisition of Vita Brits not opposed

The ACCC will not oppose Australian Health & Nutrition Association Limited's (Sanitarium) proposed acquisition of the brand and intellectual property assets necessary for the supply of Vita Brits from Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.

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Brookfield’s acquisition of Neoen not opposed, subject to divestments

The ACCC will not oppose the acquisition of Neoen SA by a consortium led by Brookfield Renewable Holdings SAS (Brookfield BidCo), subject to a court-enforceable undertaking to divest Neoen’s existing Victorian renewable electricity generation and storage assets and its development projects in Victoria.

Allianz’ proposed acquisition of RAA Insurance not opposed

Elders’ proposed acquisition of Delta raises concerns

IAG’s proposed acquisition of RACQ Insurance not opposed

Cleanaway’s proposed acquisition of Citywide Waste not opposed

Orikan withdraws clearance request for proposed acquisition of Duncan

Qube's proposed acquisition of MIRRAT not opposed, subject to undertaking

Woolworths’ proposed acquisition of Beak & Johnston not opposed

New merger process guidance released for consultation

ACCC consults on assessment guidelines for new merger regime

Vocus’ proposed acquisition of TPG enterprise, government and wholesale business not opposed

DP World Australia's proposed acquisition of Silk raises preliminary concerns

ACCC releases guidance on merger reform transition

Retail pricing, merger reform implementation and competition issues among ACCC's 2025-26 priorities

Blackstone acquisition of clinical trial service provider not opposed, subject to divestiture of Australian subsidiary

Viva Energy's proposed acquisition of LOC Global not opposed, subject to divestiture

Integral Diagnostics' proposed acquisition of Capitol Health not opposed, subject to divestiture

Orikan's proposed acquisition of Duncan raises concerns

ACCC welcomes passage of historic merger laws

ACCC will not oppose Aurizon's Flinders Logistics acquisition after changes to transaction structure

Cleanaway's proposed acquisition of Citywide Waste raises concerns

Blackstone’s proposed acquisition of I’rom raises concerns

Sigma and Chemist Warehouse proposed merger not opposed, subject to undertaking

Sanitarium's proposed acquisition of Vita Brits not opposed

Brookfield’s acquisition of Neoen not opposed, subject to divestments

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