EUR-Lex Official Journal C-series

Glencore / Fincoenergies Merger Cleared Under EU Merger Regulation (Case M.12300)

The European Commission (DG Competition) issued a non-opposition decision in Case M.12300, clearing Glencore's proposed acquisition of Fincoenergies under the EU Merger Regulation. The Commission found that the notified concentration would not raise competition concerns in the European Economic Area. The decision was issued on 10 April 2026.

EU Council Syria Sanctions Notice — 35 Persons Under Restrictive Measures — Deadline 16 Apr 2026

The Council of the European Union published a notice (ST/7475/2026/INIT) in the Official Journal C/2026/2138 alerting 35 persons and one entity to restrictive measures under Council Decision 2013/255/CFSP and Council Regulation (EU) No 36/2012 concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Syria. The notice constitutes formal service upon listed parties and triggers compliance deadlines.

Mallorca PGI Wine Specification Amendment Approved

Mallorca PGI Wine Amendment Communication Published

EC Clears RENGO/MC/MCT/SUN-TOX Merger (Case M.11318)

The European Commission issued a non-opposition decision for the RENGO/MC/MCT/SUN-TOX merger concentration (Case M.11318). The Commission determined that the proposed transaction would not raise competition concerns within the European Economic Area. The clearance allows the parties to proceed with the transaction without remedies or conditions.

Case M.11886 AAR/Air France/Xcelle Asia JV Non-Opposition

The European Commission issued a non-opposition decision for Case M.11886, clearing the proposed concentration involving AAR, Air France, and Xcelle Asia JV under the EU Merger Regulation. The Commission determined that the transaction would not raise competition concerns in the relevant markets and did not require further review or remedies.

Euro Exchange Rates – 8 April 2026 ECB Reference Rates

The European Central Bank published official euro reference exchange rates for 8 April 2026. The rates are published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJ C) under document C/2026/1402. These daily reference rates are used for accounting and reporting purposes across the EU.

Boparan/Heidemark Merger Notification (Case M.12337) - Simplified Procedure

The European Commission published notice of a prior notification of a concentration (Case M.12337) involving Boparan and Heidemark. The notified transaction is being processed under the simplified procedure, indicating no apparent competition concerns requiring full investigation. Parties to the transaction and interested third parties have the opportunity to submit observations.

Brouilly PDO Wine Specification Amendment Approved

The European Commission published approval of a standard amendment to the product specification for Brouilly PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) wine. The amendment was approved pursuant to Article 17(2) and (3) of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/33, which establishes the procedures for modifying wine product specifications under the EU quality scheme.

Côtes du Roussillon Villages PDO Product Specification Amendment Approved

The European Commission published a notice (52026XC02084) in the Official Journal C-series announcing approval of a standard amendment to the product specification for Côtes du Roussillon Villages PDO wine. The amendment was processed under Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/27. This affects wine producers and traders operating under the PDO designation in the EU.

Non-opposition to RENGO merger (Case M.11318)

The European Commission did not oppose the notified concentration Case M.11318 involving RENGO, MC, MCT, and SUN-TOX. The Commission determined that the proposed merger would not significantly impede effective competition in the internal market. The parties may now proceed with completing the transaction without further regulatory intervention from the Commission.