Rombat, Metair fail in bid to suspend battery cartel fine payment at EU court
( July 10, 2026, 10:20 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Rombat and Metair Investments have failed to persuade the EU General Court to suspend payment of an antitrust fine levied in December for the companies’ role in a cartel affecting automotive starter batteries. Rombat had asked the court to suspend the payment of a provisional sum or the provision of a bank guarantee, claiming it would suffer financial harm. But in a heavily redacted order, the court ruled Rombat had failed to prove there was an "urgent" need for suspension.The court order is attached. Case reference is T‑148/26 R. ...
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