Lhoist / Steetley Dolomite merger inquiry
The CMA investigated the anticipated acquisition by Lhoist UK Limited of Steetley Dolomite Limited.
Statutory timetable
| Phase 1 date | Action |
|---|---|
| 4 December 2014 | Decision published |
| 30 September 2014 | Decision announced |
| 4 August 2014 | Launch of merger investigation |
Phase 1
CMA clearance decision
30 September 2014: The CMA has cleared the anticipated acquisition by Lhoist UK Limited of Steetley Dolomite Limited. The full text of the decision is available below:
- Full text decision (4.12.14)
Invitation to comment: Now closed
5 August 2014: The CMA is considering whether this acquisition has resulted in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002 and, if so, whether the creation of that situation has resulted, or may be expected to result, in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United Kingdom for goods or services.
Launch of CMA merger inquiry
4 August 2014: The CMA notified the parties that they had provided a satisfactory merger notice such that the initial period would commence on 5 August 2014.
Contact
Please send written representations about any competition or public interest to:
Zoe Fiander
Competition and Markets Authority
Victoria House
Southampton Row
London
WC1B 4AD