B&Q/Certain assets of Homebase
Transaction details
The proposed acquisition by B&Q Ireland Limited of two stores from HHGL Limited and one store from HHGL (ROI) Limited has been cleared by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
Case details
- Notification date:24 December 2024
- Publication date:24 December 2024
- Economic sector:Wholesale & retail trade - G
- Economic sub-sector:Retail trade - G.47
- Outcome:Cleared
Documents
M.24.082 Merger AnnouncementPDF | 151 KBM.24.082 Merger Announcement PDF | 151 KB - Opens in new window
M.24.082 DeterminationPDF | 587 KBM.24.082 Determination PDF | 587 KB - Opens in new window
Timetable
Parties Involved
B&Q Ireland Limited
B&Q Ireland Limited is an indirect subsidiary of Kingfisher PLC, an international home improvement company. Kingfisher PLC operates in a number of countries across Europe under retail banners including B&Q, Castorama, Brico Dépôt, Screwfix and TradePoint. It offers home improvement products and services to consumers and trade professionals who shop in its stores and via its e-commerce channels.
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.
Contacts
- Maximilian Tipp-McKnight MaximilianTippMcKnight@ccpc.ie
