Acquirer(s)
- Origin Energy Limited
Target(s)
- Sun Gas
Summary
Origin sought to acquire Sun Gas, a gas retailing business that was being privatised by the Queensland Government.Market definition
For detailed market definition refer to Public Competition Assessment below.Competition analysis
For detailed competition analysis refer to Public Competition Assessment below.Public competition assessment
| Document title | Date | |
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| Public Competition Assessments |
Timeline
| Date | Event |
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ACCC commenced review under the Merger Review Process Guidelines. Market inquiries commence |
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Closing date for submissions from interested parties |
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ACCC requested further information from Origin. Timeline suspended. |
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ACCC advised Origin that it had serious competition concerns & undertaking would be required. |
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ACCC gives Origin further time to make corporate decisions and seek information. |
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AGL announced as winning bidder for Sun Gas. Negotiations discontinued. |