Volvo-Swecon deal EU clearance decision published
( May 5, 2026, 09:54 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Volvo Construction Equipment has seen the European Commission issue the public version of its earlier decision to clear the company’s acquisition of its dealer Swecon's businesses in Germany and Sweden. The EU merger regulator said in January that the transaction raised no serious competition concerns and would not significantly impede effective competition.The public version of the decision is attached. Case reference is M.11952....
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