Pipelines: The Autorité has begun an in-depth examination into the acquisition of Trapil by Pisto

As part of the examination of the acquisition of Trapil case by Pisto group and after initial consultation with market stakeholders, the Autorité considered that the transaction warranted an in-depth examination phase (Phase 2).

In the course of the forthcoming in-depth examination, the Autorité will examine the effect of this acquisition on the competitive dynamics of the affected markets, in particular on customers of services for the transport of petroleum products: fees, maintenance of quality and service, etc. The Autorité will pay particular attention to the risks of price increases for the transport of petroleum products by the pipeline that the transaction could entail.