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DFDS and C.RO Ports get EC approval for Ro-Ro terminal Älvsborg

By  |  April 2, 2012

The European Commission has approved DFDS and C.RO Ports’ proposed acquisition of Älvsborg, a terminal in Gothenburg, Sweden. DFDS is a shipping conglomerate active in short sea/ferry transport in Northern Europe. C.RO Ports is a terminal operator providing services in the U.K., Belgium, and the Netherlands.

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    An investigation by the Commission showed that alternative terminals in Gothenburg for competing shipping lines would remain after the merger. In addition, the Gothenburg Port Authority and Älvsborg have a concession agreement that requires non-discriminatory usage of the terminal for shipping lines. The Commission was satisfied that the deal will not significantly impair competition on Gothenburg-UK and Gothenburg-Belgium/Northern France routes.

    Full content: EC Press Release

     

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