UPM-Sappi joint venture probe suspended by EU watchdog
By Andrew Boyce ( June 2, 2026, 15:05 GMT | Insight) -- The EU's merger regulator has suspended an in-depth probe into plans by UPM and Sappi to form a graphic paper manufacturing joint venture. The European Commission paused its review on May 26, it said in an update on its website. Before the suspension, the regulator had until Sept. 8 to decide on the deal, but it will now set a new deadline when it restarts the probe.The EU's merger watchdog has suspended its in-depth investigation into plans by UPM and Sappi to form a graphic paper manufacturing joint venture....
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