EC State Aid: Alpine Rail Freight Operating Aid

The European Commission has decided not to raise objections to state aid provided by France and Italy for the operation of the alpine rail freight service between Aiton, France, and Orbassano, Italy. This aid is intended to coordinate transport and will be provided as a direct grant until the end of 2027.

Non-opposition to concentration EFMS / DESOTEC M.12272

The European Commission has issued a notice of non-opposition to a notified concentration, Case M.12272, involving EFMS and DESOTEC. This decision indicates that the concentration does not raise competition concerns under the EU's merger control regulations.

Brookfield/Oaktree Foreign Subsidies Case Decision

The European Commission has closed its investigation into Brookfield/Oaktree's foreign subsidies case. The provisional deadline and suspension period under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation expired on March 17, 2026, indicating the resolution of the case. The case involved financial service activities.

Brookfield / Oaktree Case FS.100301 Decision

The European Commission has issued a decision in the Brookfield/Oaktree case (FS.100301). The provisional deadline and suspension period under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation expired on March 17, 2026, indicating a resolution or conclusion of the review process for this concentration.

Merger M.12309: Eurazeo, Eiffel, Segula

The European Commission has approved the merger between Eurazeo, Eiffel, and Segula under Regulation (EC) No 139/2004. The decision was made on March 18, 2026, with a provisional deadline of March 31, 2026. The merger involves companies engaged in engineering activities and related technical consultancy.

MKS PAMP / SOLIT Merger Non-Opposition Decision

The European Commission has issued a non-opposition decision for the proposed concentration between MKS PAMP Group Limited and SOLIT Group AG. The decision, made under Article 6(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation, declares the operation compatible with the internal market and the EEA Agreement.

Merger M.12214: Dalkia, Eiffage, RATP, Paris, SEMOP

The European Commission has published details regarding Merger M.12214, involving Dalkia, Eiffage, RATP Solutions Ville, Ville de Paris, and SEMOP. The notification date was February 13, 2026, with a decision under Article 6(1)(b) dated March 19, 2026.

Thermo Fisher / Clario Merger Decision

The European Commission has issued a decision regarding the merger between Thermo Fisher and Clario under Council Regulation 139/2004. The decision, dated March 19, 2026, was made under Article 6(1)(b) of the regulation.

Foreign Subsidies Case FS.100294: Dalkia, Eiffage, RATP, Paris

The European Commission's Foreign Subsidies Regulation case FS.100294 concerning Dalkia, Eiffage, RATP, and the City of Paris has reached a decision. The provisional deadline and suspension period expired on March 20, 2026, indicating a resolution to the investigation into potential foreign subsidies impacting these entities.

TPR CEO Calls for Pension Industry Innovation

The Pensions Regulator (TPR) CEO has urged the UK pensions market to innovate to deliver a modern system providing long-term value and secure retirement income. The speech highlighted areas for innovation including endgame options for DB schemes, DC investments, default retirement plans, and the responsible use of AI, data, and administration.