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EU probe into MSC, BlackRock’s Spanish deal put on hold

By Andrew Boyce ( January 9, 2026, 12:11 GMT | Insight) -- Mediterranean Shipping Company and BlackRock’s Terminal Investment Limited have seen the EU’s competition regulator suspend an in-depth probe into their plan to buy half of a Hutchison Ports terminal in Spain. The European Commission is investigating the deal over concerns it could lead to higher prices or worse-quality services for rival container-shipping companies.Mediterranean Shipping Company and BlackRock’s Terminal Investment Limited have seen the EU’s competition regulator suspend an in-depth probe into their plan to buy half of a Hutchison Ports terminal in Spain....

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