Alderson Logistics Limited; R.L.S. Transport Limited; ABS Carriers Limited; Supa Shavings Limited
The Commerce Commission has filed proceedings in the Auckland High Court against Alderson Logistics Limited and related company Supa Shavings (2022) Limited under section 47 of the Commerce Act, which prohibits mergers likely to substantially lessen competition. The proceedings relate to the 2022 acquisitions by Alderson Logistics Limited of rival animal bedding businesses, Supa Shavings and Mooreys.
Case Details
Parties
Alderson Logistics Limited; R.L.S. Transport Limited; ABS Carriers Limited; Supa Shavings Limited
Category
Merger investigation
Sub-category
Act/Section
Commerce Act 1986 s 47
Industry
Agriculture, forestry, and fishing
Status
Open
Outcome
Case number
Date opened
18 January 2023
Date closed
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