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Coca-Cola/BDS Vending

M/24/014

Completed

Transaction details

The proposed acquisition of BDS Vending Solutions Limited by Coca Cola HBC AG, through its indirectly wholly owned subsidiary Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland Limited, has been cleared by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.

Related media statement

12 February 2025
CCPC clears Coca-Cola / BDS Vending Solutions deal
Case details
  • Notification date:5 March 2024
  • Publication date:5 March 2024
  • Economic sector:Wholesale & retail trade - G
  • Economic sub-sector:Retail trade - G.47
  • Request for information:Yes
  • Outcome:Cleared
Documents
Timetable

Phase One

  • Tuesday, 5 March, 2024 Notification received
  • Wednesday, 20 March, 2024 Third party submission deadline
  • Monday, 15 April, 2024 Further information required
  • Monday, 29 July, 2024 Further information received
  • Friday, 6 September, 2024 Determination issued

Phase Two

  • Friday, 6 September, 2024 Phase 2 begins
  • Friday, 6 September, 2024 Third party submission deadline
  • Thursday, 26 September, 2024 Further information required
  • Friday, 29 November, 2024 Further information received
  • Wednesday, 12 February, 2025 Phase 2 determination issued
Parties Involved

Coca Cola HBC AG

Coca Cola HBC AG is a Swiss-incorporated company that is listed on the London Stock

Exchange with a secondary listing on the Athens Exchange. Coca Cola HBC AG is primarily active in the bottling and distribution of products, including: sparkling soft drinks; water; energy and sports drinks; juices; snacks; premium spirits; ready-to-drink tea; and coffee. In the State, Coca Cola HBC AG is active through its indirectly wholly owned subsidiary Coca-Cola HBC Ireland Limited. Coca-Cola HBC Ireland Limited also provides vending services through the brand 'Vending Ireland'.

 

BDS Vending Solutions Limited

BDS Vending Solutions Limited provides full-service food and drink vending solutions to customers in the State and Northern Ireland, including: machine sales; supply; operation; servicing; and customer support services. BDS Vending Solutions Limited is also active in the provision of contract catering services to offices and other work environments.
Contacts

Emma Brogan

emmabrogan@ccpc.ie

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