#52026M12237Prior Notification of Carlyle Acquisition of BASF Coatings
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The Carlyle Group is set to acquire BASF Coatings, a division of BASF, which will give Carlyle sole control. This requires notification to the European Commission under EU merger regulations. Stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback within 10 days if they have concerns or observations about this transaction.
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Key Changes
- Carlyle will gain sole control of BASF Coatings
- BASF Coatings' business focus includes surface treatment and automotive coatings
- European Commission invites feedback from stakeholders
Obligations
What this law requires
The Carlyle Group must notify the European Commission of the proposed acquisition of BASF Coatings.
Stakeholders must submit any observations or feedback regarding the transaction to the Commission within 10 days of the publication date.
Observations should reference the case number M.12237 – CARLYLE / BASF COATINGS when submitted to the Commission.
Observations can be sent to the Commission by email or postal mail as specified.