EQT/Keywords Studios PLC
Transaction details
The proposed acquisition by Houting UK Limited, which is indirectly wholly owned by EQT’s BPEA Fund VIII, of Keywords Studios Plc has been cleared by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
Case details
- Notification date:28 July 2024
- Publication date:29 July 2024
- Economic sector:Telecom & IT service activities - K
- Economic sub-sector:Programming & IT consulting - K.62
- Simplified merger:Yes
- Outcome:Cleared
Documents
M.24.045 Merger AnnouncementPDF | 145 KBM.24.045 Merger Announcement PDF | 145 KB - Opens in new window
M.24.045 DeterminationPDF | 228 KBM.24.045 Determination PDF | 228 KB - Opens in new window
Timetable
Parties Involved
Houting UK Limited
Houting UK Limited is indirectly and wholly owned by EQT's BPEA Fund VIII. EQT is a global investment organisation headquartered in Sweden which manages and advises investment funds. In the State, EQTs controlled portfolio companies are active in a range of industries.
Keywords Studios PLC
Keywords Studios is a provider of outsourced gaming technology services and offers services in North America, Europe, Asia and South America. The company assists video game and entertainment companies throughout the full content development cycle.
Contacts
- Aaron Kelly aaronkelly@ccpc.ie
