UK CMA raises competition concerns over Liqui-Box acquisition of DS Smith packaging unit

The UK Competition and Markets Authority found in its Phase 1 investigation that Liqui-Box's proposed takeover of DS Smith's rigid and flexible packaging business could reduce competition in Bag-in-Box packaging. The parties must address the concerns or face an in-depth Phase 2 investigation.

“Liqui-Box's merger with DS Smith could negatively impact food and drink suppliers' packaging if it goes ahead, according to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).”packaging-gateway.com

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• packaging-gateway.comCMA raises competition concern over Liqui-Box and DS Smith mergerJul 21, 2019

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