Merger of Samhentir Kassagerð hf. and Plastco ehf
The Icelandic Competition Authority assessed the acquisition by Samhentir Kassagerð hf. of all shares in Plastco ehf. The merger was notified on June 4, 2025, and cleared on July 10 in Phase I without further investigation.
Read moreMerger of Fagkaup ehf. and Jóhann Ólafsson & co ehf
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The Icelandic Competition Authority reviewed Fagkaup ehf.’s acquisition of all shares in Jóhann Ólafsson & Co. ehf. The merger, notified in August 2024, raised concerns about potential anti-competitive effects. The investigation revealed overlaps in wholesale markets for light bulbs, LED products, specialized lighting equipment for street lighting, and a broader electrical goods market for professionals.
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Change of control in Hótel Hamar ehf
With AU 23 purchase of a 50% share in the company Hótel Hamar ehf. control in Hótel Hamar ehf. changed from the joint control of AU 23 ehf. and the seller to sole control of AU 23. Due to limited concerns the merger case was closed without further investigation in phase one.
Read moreChange of control in NP Holding ehf
Due to a shareholder agreement control in NP Holding ehf. changed from the sole control of IS HAF to joint control of IS HAF and AF3-NP.
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- End of investigation into Heima hf. takeover of Eik fasteignafélag hf
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