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EC, Del Monte clash over attribution of cartel liability to limited ‘partnerships’

By Ana Rita Rego ( February 1, 2012, 17:15 GMT | Insight) -- Banana supplier Fresh Del Monte today challenged a European Commission decision that held it liable for a former distributor’s involvement in a cartel, highlighting its limited scope to influence the unit’s decisions despite holding 80 percent of its shares. Distributor Weichert also appeared in court, but focused its plea time on attempts to discredit the commission’s evidence on the cartel.Luxembourg - Banana supplier Fresh Del Monte today challenged a European Commission decision that held it liable for a former distributor’s involvement in a cartel, highlighting its limited scope to influence the unit’s decisions despite holding 80 percent of its shares....

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