M/24/066 – Frank Keane Group/Pavla Unlimited Company
Transaction details
The proposed acquisition by the Frank Keane Group of the entire issued share capital, and thus sole control, of Pavla Unlimited Company has been cleared by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission
| Notification date | Decision date |
|---|---|
| Monday November 4, 2024 | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 |
| Parties Involved | Business activities |
|---|---|
| Frank Keane (Holdings) Unlimited Company | Frank Keane (Holdings) Unlimited Company ("FKH") is part of the Frank Keane Group. FKH is active in the State primarily in the motor vehicle sector, selling both new and pre-owned passenger cars, light commercial vehicles ("LCVs") and other commercial vehicles, involving various brands. FKH is also a wholesale distributor of FUSO trucks and MG passenger cars and parts. Additionally, FKH is involved in the supply of associated services. |
| Pavla Unlimited Company | Pavla Unlimited Company ("PUC") is active in the State in the motor vehicle sector. PUC sells new passenger BMW and MINI vehicles, and pre-owned passenger cars and LCVs. PUC also provides associated services. |
| Economic sector | Media merger |
|---|---|
| Motor Sector (Retail/Wholesale) | No |
| Submissions from third parties due by: | |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Phase 2 |
| Monday, November 18, 2024 | |
| Date of Requirement for Information | Date Information Received |
|---|---|
| Thursday, December 12, 2024 | Monday, December 23, 2024 |
| Current status: Completed |
|---|
| Cleared (Phase 1) |
| Authorised Officer Assigned | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Sean Heeran | seanheeran@ccpc.ie |
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