Disgruntled third parties are free to appeal merger decisions, Australian regulator says
( August 14, 2025, 03:50 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Third parties that are unhappy with the outcome of merger reviews under Australia’s new mandatory and suspensory notification regime can lodge an appeal with the specialized competition tribunal within 14 days of any decision, the country’s antitrust watchdog said. In response to questions from MLex as to whether, under the new regime, the recently notified deal involving Kongsberg Defence Australia and Greater Newcastle Aerotropolis would see the merger parties receive legal immunity from civil action filed by aggrieved third parties, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission restated the law’s provisions for appeals to be heard by the Australian Competition Tribunal.A spokesperson's response to MLex's question to the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission follows: ...
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