M/24/079 The Range Limited/Certain Assets of Homebase
Transaction details
The proposed acquisition by The Range (Ireland) Limited of two stores from HHGL (ROI) Limited and three stores from HHGL Limited has been cleared to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
| Notification date | Decision date |
|---|---|
| Friday December 20, 2024 | Friday, January 10, 2025 |
| Parties Involved | Business activities |
|---|---|
| The Range (Ireland) Limited | The Range is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Range Home & Gardens PLC, a UK-headquartered company ultimately controlled by Norton Group Holdings Limited. The Range is a multi-channel retailer selling a broad range of consumer products for everyday use. The Range stocks products across 16 different departments, from homeware and furniture to DIY to decorating products and art supplies to toys and crafts. |
| HHGL (ROI) Limited and HHGL Limited | HHGL (ROI) Limited and HHGL Limited are part of the HHGL group, which is controlled by Hilco Capital. Both operate stores under the Homebase brand. Homebase is a home DIY improvement retailer and is active in the supply of DIY, kitchen and bathroom, painting and decorating, electrical, furniture, building and hardware products in the State. |
| Economic sector | Media merger |
|---|---|
| Other retail |
| Submissions from third parties due by: | |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Phase 2 |
| Wednesday, January 8, 2025 | |
| Current status: Completed |
|---|
| Cleared (Phase 1) |
| Authorised Officer Assigned | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Aaron Kelly | aaronkelly@ccpc.ie |
Media enquiries: communications@ccpc.ie
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