COMPETITION

We are one of the few truly specialized competition practices in Cyprus, that can deal with both domestic and cross-border competition issues, should these arise in the context of anticompetitive and collusive behaviour, such as in agreements, decisions or concerted practices between competitiors, or in the context of mergers and acquisitions in relation to which notification to the Competition Authority may be necessary.

We provide our legal services in relation to the following situations:

• Cartels, price fixing and other coordinated practices between competitors
• Abuses of market dominance as well as refusals to access or supply or other entry barriers
• Anticompetitive agreements such as tying and bundling
• Advise on your agreements, decisions and practices so that these are compliant with competition rules
• Ensure mergers and acquisitions are compliant with competition rules and are duly notified to the competent authorities for clearance
• Competition Litigation of any kind, including interim measures

Our work also focuses in sector-specific compliance, including energy (electricity and gas), telecommunications, air transport and media.

Our services can help your organization ensure that, whichever industry you are operating in, your transactions meet the requirements of all competition rules, that your business policies are compliant and that your interests are well-protected. Our full range of services in competition law also means that we are your definitive provider of legal support in cases where your business is affected by anticompetitive practices on behalf of dominant market players that could be abusing their position.

Competition law is a very sensitive legal field, as it aims to maintain competitive balances in markets and ensure that market entrants enjoy equal opportunities to compete with dominant market players. At the same time, it has become imperative for undertakings holding large shares of the market to comply with the competition regime in both a domestic and a cross-border context, particularly when concluding agreements and concentrating through mergers and takeovers. Collusive behaviour, cartels and abuse of market dominance in all industries are now subject to competition law and dealing with these phenomena is inevitable.

Read our Information Paperon Competition Law in Cyprus  or browse through our publications on competition and antitrust.

Contact us to discuss your legal needs at competition@antoniou.com.cy.