Slovak HVAC union fined €140,000 for price-setting violation

( October 12, 2026, 09:23 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The Slovak union of refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump providers has been fined €140,000 ($160,000) over cartel deals, the country’s competition watchdog said on Monday. In a Sept. 18 decision, the association was found guilty of setting minimum recommended prices for its members between 2022 and 2025. The original fine was reduced by 30 percent because the association admitted its involvement during the proceedings.Statement follows (in Slovak)....

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