ECIT nightclub cartel referral to EU court detailed by Danish competition body
( October 22, 2026, 08:23 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Denmark's antitrust watchdog on Thursday detailed six questions that it has referred to EU judges in relation to a fine it imposed on Danish consultancy ECIT Account of 20 million kroner ($3 million) for facilitating a nightclub cartel. The questions for the EU Court of Justice concern geographic market sharing within joint purchasing arrangements and the liability of companies outside the affected market, including whether passive participation in cartel meetings establishes responsibility.The press release, in Danish, is attached. The English version will be uploaded when available....
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