M/23/066 – SSBL/Viaplay
Transaction details
The proposed acquisition of sole control of Viaplay Group Ireland Limited and Viaplay Group UK Sports Limited by SSBL Limited has been cleared by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
| Notification date | Decision date |
|---|---|
| Monday December 18, 2023 | Tuesday, January 30, 2024 |
| Parties Involved | Business activities |
|---|---|
| SSBL Limited | SSBL Limited is a holding company within the TDL Media Limited group of companies which operates the Premier Sports Ireland channels broadcasting in Ireland. These channels focus on audiences in Ireland and are dedicated to carrying soccer, Gaelic games, rugby and other sports. |
| Viaplay Group Ireland Limited and Viaplay Group UK Sports Limited | Viaplay Group Ireland Limited and Viaplay Group UK Sports Limited are niche sports broadcasters with three TV channels and over-the-top media offering, the main focus being football and rugby. |
| Economic sector | Media merger |
|---|---|
| Media | Yes |
| Submissions from third parties due by: | |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Phase 2 |
| Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | |
| Current status: Completed |
|---|
| Cleared (Phase 1) |
| Authorised Officer Assigned | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Éadaoin Burns | eadaoinburns@ccpc.ie |
Media enquiries: communications@ccpc.ie
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