EC State Aid Cases

Merger M.12158: Leonardo, Iveco, Astra Decision

The European Commission has issued a decision regarding the merger M.12158 involving Leonardo, Iveco Defence Vehicles, and Astra Veicoli Industriali. The decision, dated March 16, 2026, concerns the manufacture of weapons, ammunition, motor vehicles, and defense activities.

EC Merger Approval: I Squared Capital / Ramudden

The European Commission has approved the proposed merger between I Squared Capital and Ramudden. The decision, made under Article 6(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation, signifies non-opposition to the concentration.

Merger M.12322: Acquisition of joint control over Ryan

The European Commission has published a notice regarding Merger M.12322, concerning the proposed acquisition of joint control over Ryan, LLC by funds managed by NB Alternatives Advisers LLC, Onex Corporation, and Ares Management Corporation. This transaction involves the acquisition of joint control over a tax services and software provider.

Prior Notification of Concentration Case M.12322

The European Commission has published a prior notification of a concentration case (M.12322) involving NEUBERGER, ARES, ONEX, FOUNDER, and RYAN. This case is a candidate for the simplified procedure, indicating a potentially straightforward review process.

Apollo Funds / Lecta Proposed Concentration

The European Commission has published details regarding the proposed concentration involving Apollo Funds acquiring sole control over Lecta Paper Industries. This is a public notice for transparency regarding the merger review process.

Apollo Funds and Lecta Concentration Case - Simplified Procedure

The European Commission has published a prior notification for a concentration involving Apollo Funds and Lecta (Case M.12333). This case is a candidate for the simplified procedure, indicating a potentially straightforward review process for the merger.