Official Journal C 49 of the European Union

Volume 62 English edition Information and Notices 7 February 2019

Contents

II Information

INFORMATION FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES

European Commission

2019/C 49/01 Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.9152 — BC Partners/United Group) (1) ...... 1

2019/C 49/02 Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.9218 — CVC Capital Partners/K3) (1) ...... 1

IV Notices

NOTICES FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES

European Commission

2019/C 49/03 Euro exchange rates ...... 2

2019/C 49/04 Commission Implementing Decision of 31 January 2019 on the publication in the Official Journal of the European Union of an application for amendment of a specification for a name in the wine sector referred to in Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council (Πλαγιές Πάικου (Playies Paikou) (PGI)) ...... 3

EN (1) Text with EEA relevance. NOTICES CONCERNING THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA

EFTA Surveillance Authority

2019/C 49/05 Information notice from the EFTA Surveillance Authority based on Article 16(4) of Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council on common rules for the operation of air services in the Community — Repeal of public service obligations in respect of scheduled air services ...... 16

2019/C 49/06 Information notice from the EFTA Surveillance Authority based on Article 16(4) of Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council on common rules for the operation of air services in the Community — Establishment of public service obligations in respect of scheduled air services ...... 17

2019/C 49/07 Information notice from the EFTA Surveillance Authority based on Article 17(5) of Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council on common rules for the operation of air services in the Community — Invitation to tender in respect of the operation of scheduled air services in accordance with public service obligations ...... 18

V Announcements

PROCEDURES RELATING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETITION POLICY

European Commission

2019/C 49/08 Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9256 — Engie/Michelin/Région AURA/CDC/ Hympulsion) — Candidate case for simplified procedure (1) ...... 19

2019/C 49/09 Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.8948 — Spirit/Asco) (1) ...... 21

2019/C 49/10 Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9226 — CommScope / ARRIS) — Candidate case for simplified procedure (1) ...... 22

2019/C 49/11 Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9261 — CD&R/FHI) — Candidate case for simplified procedure (1) ...... 23

(1) Text with EEA relevance. 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/1

II (Information)

INFORMATION FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES

EUROPEAN COMMISSION

Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.9152 — BC Partners/United Group) (Text with EEA relevance) (2019/C 49/01)

On 18 December 2018, the Commission decided not to oppose the above notified concentration and to declare it compati­ ble with the internal market. This decision is based on Article 6(1)(b) of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). The full text of the decision is available only in English and will be made public after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain. It will be available: — in the merger section of the Competition website of the Commission (http://ec.europa.eu/competition/mergers/cases/). This website provides various facilities to help locate individual merger decisions, including company, case number, date and sectoral indexes, — in electronic form on the EUR-Lex website (http://eur-lex.europa.eu/homepage.html?locale=en) under document number 32018M9152. EUR-Lex is the online access to European law.

(1) OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1.

Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.9218 — CVC Capital Partners/K3) (Text with EEA relevance) (2019/C 49/02)

On 29 January 2019, the Commission decided not to oppose the above notified concentration and to declare it compatible with the internal market. This decision is based on Article 6(1)(b) of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). The full text of the decision is available only in English and will be made public after it is cleared of any business secrets it may contain. It will be available: — in the merger section of the Competition website of the Commission (http://ec.europa.eu/competition/mergers/cases/). This website provides various facilities to help locate individual merger decisions, including company, case number, date and sectoral indexes, — in electronic form on the EUR-Lex website (http://eur-lex.europa.eu/homepage.html?locale=en) under document number 32019M9218. EUR-Lex is the online access to European law.

(1) OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1. C 49/2 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

IV (Notices)

NOTICES FROM EUROPEAN UNION INSTITUTIONS, BODIES, OFFICES AND AGENCIES

EUROPEAN COMMISSION

Euro exchange rates (1) 6 February 2019 (2019/C 49/03)

1 euro =

Currency Exchange rate Currency Exchange rate USD US dollar 1,1394 CAD Canadian dollar 1,5020 JPY Japanese yen 125,05 HKD Hong Kong dollar 8,9398 DKK Danish krone 7,4652 NZD New Zealand dollar 1,6619 GBP Pound sterling 0,87870 SGD Singapore dollar 1,5419 SEK Swedish krona 10,4258 KRW South Korean won 1 277,09 ZAR South African rand 15,3372 CHF Swiss franc 1,1394 CNY Chinese yuan renminbi 7,6850 ISK Iceland króna 137,00 HRK Croatian kuna 7,4149 NOK Norwegian krone 9,6918 IDR Indonesian rupiah 15 862,73 BGN Bulgarian lev 1,9558 MYR Malaysian ringgit 4,6552 CZK Czech koruna 25,781 PHP Philippine peso 59,665 HUF Hungarian forint 318,63 RUB Russian rouble 74,9228 PLN Polish zloty 4,2923 THB Thai baht 35,583 RON Romanian leu 4,7429 BRL Brazilian real 4,2017 TRY Turkish lira 5,9411 MXN Mexican peso 21,7622 AUD Australian dollar 1,5968 INR Indian rupee 81,5535

(1) Source: reference exchange rate published by the ECB. 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/3

COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING DECISION of 31 January 2019 on the publication in the Official Journal of the European Union of an application for amendment of a specification for a name in the wine sector referred to in Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council (Πλαγιές Πάικου (Playies Paikou) (PGI)) (2019/C 49/04)

THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION, Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, Having regard to Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 December 2013 establishing a common organisation of the markets in agricultural products and repealing Council Regulations (EEC) No 922/72, (EEC) No 234/79, (EC) No 1037/2001 and (EC) No 1234/2007 (1), and in particular Article 97(3) thereof, Whereas: (1) Greece has sent an application for amendment of the specification for the name ‘Πλαγιές Πάικου’ (Playies Paikou) in accordance with Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013. (2) The Commission has examined the application and concluded that the conditions laid down in Articles 93 to 96, Article 97(1), and Articles 100, 101 and 102 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 have been met. (3) In order to allow for the presentation of statements of opposition in accordance with Article 98 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013, the application for amendment of the specification for the name ‘Πλαγιές Πάικου’ (Playies Paikou) should be published in the Official Journal of the European Union,

HAS DECIDED AS FOLLOWS: Sole Article The application for amendment of the specification for the name ‘Πλαγιές Πάικου’ (Playies Paikou) (PGI) in accordance with Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013, is contained in the Annex to this Decision. In accordance with Article 98 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013, the publication of this Decision confers the right to oppose the amendment of the specification referred to in the first paragraph of this Article within two months of the date of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Done at Brussels, 31 January 2019.

For the Commission

Phil HOGAN Member of the Commission

(1) OJ L 347, 20.12.2013, p. 671. C 49/4 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

ANNEX

‘Πλαγιές Πάικου’ (Playies Paikou) PGI-GR-A1088-AM01 Date of application: 14.4.2016 REQUEST FOR AMENDMENT TO THE PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 1. Rules applicable to the amendment Article 105 of Regulation (EU) No 1308/2013 — Non-minor modification 2. Description and reasons for amendment 2.1. Changes to the varietal composition of the white wine The Playies Paikou technical file PGI-GR-A1088, Product Specification and Single Document have been amended to include the varieties Xinomavro (with white wine fermentation), Negoska (with white wine fermentation), Viognier, Gewürztraminer and Riesling in any proportions in the varietal composition of the white wine (dry, medium dry, semi-sweet and sweet). The Xinomavro and Negoska varieties, are successfully used to produce a very interesting white wine. This practice is already being followed with success in other areas, such as neighbouring Naousa and Amintaio, and is also included in the product specification for the PGI Imathia. Furthermore, winegrowers in the area have also planted new recommended (Gewürztraminer and Riesling) and authorised (Viognier) varieties; this has resulted in exceptional and characterful wines that reflect the specific char­ acteristics of our area’s vineyards. They have adapted well to local growing conditions. The white wines produced from the Xinomavro, Negoska, Gewürztraminer, Riesling and Viognier varieties have the same characteristics as the white wines described in the technical file for Geographical Indication Playies Paikou wines. The product specification has been amended as follows: — The first paragraph of the section ‘Authorised wine grape varieties’ of the Product Specification has been replaced by the following: ‘Playies Paikou (PGI) white wine (dry, medium dry, semi-sweet and sweet) is produced from grapes of the following varieties: Roditis, Malagouzia, Asyrtiko, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Riesling and Viognier, as well as Xinomavro (with white wine fermentation) and Negoska (with white wine fermentation). These varieties may be used in any proportions.’ — The first paragraph of the section ‘Wine-making practices’ of the Product Specification has been replaced by the following: ‘White winemaking: Playies Paikou (PGI) white wine is produced using state-of-the-art white winemaking technology; the temperature during alcoholic fermentation must not exceed 20 °C. In the case of the red grape varieties Xinomavro and Negoska, the white wine fermentation method is used.’ This amendment is reflected in the following sections of the Product Specification and the Single Document: ‘Main wine grapes’, ‘Authorised wine grape varieties’, the ‘Description of the wines’ and its subsection ‘Organoleptic char­ acteristics’ of the section on white wine (dry, medium dry, semi-sweet and sweet) and the section ‘Winemaking practices’, where information is added on making white wine from red grape varieties. The section ‘Link with the geographical area’ of the Single Document and the Product Specification is also affected, in particular the subsections ‘Product details’ and ‘Causal interaction’. 2.2. Addition of sweet rosé wine The Playies Paikou technical file PGI-GR-A1088, Product Specification and Single Document have been amended to include sweet rosé wine. In recent years the area’s winemakers have been producing sweet rosé wines that have become established on the market. Specifically, the following has been added at the end of the ‘Description of the wines’ section in the Product Specification: ‘4. Sweet Rosé Wine Detailed characteristics: — Minimum actual alcoholic strength: 11,5 % vol. — Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol. 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/5

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 45

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Minimum 4,8-Maximum 12,0

— Volatile acidity expressed as acetic acid (g/l): Maximum 1,08 (18 meq/l)

— Maximum sulphur dioxide content of the wines (total): 250 mg/l

Organoleptic characteristics: Strong pomegranate colour. Scents of red berry jam and red roses. Rich taste with sweet aftertaste.

For the values of the maximum total alcoholic strength, the limits provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply.’

The last paragraph of the section ‘Authorised wine grape varieties’ of the Product Specification has been replaced by the following:

‘Playies Paikou (PGI) rosé wine (dry, medium dry, semi-sweet and sweet) is produced from fresh grapes of the Xino­ mavro, Limnio, Negoska, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot varieties. These varieties may be used in any proportions.’

This amendment is also reflected in the sections ‘Description of the wines’ and ‘Authorised wine grape varieties’ of the Single Document.

2.3. Updating the technical file for Playies Paikou (PGI) In addition to the amendments requested, and for the purposes of updating the technical file, we have made the following changes to the Product Specification: (a) we have added/replaced national provisions on the applicable requirements and controls for PDO and PGI wines and (b) we have amended the information on the competent inspection authorities.

Specifically, the section ‘INSPECTION AUTHORITIES’, has been replaced by the following:

‘INSPECTION AUTHORITIES The Ministry of Rural Development and Food Directorate-General for Food Directorate: Food Use and Technology Unit: Wine and Alcoholic Beverages Address: Menandrou 22 10552 Athens GREECE Tel. +30 2102125113, 2102125145 Fax +30 2105245195 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Directorates for the Rural Economy and Veterinary Affairs Regional Plant Protection, Quality and Phytosanitary Control Centres.’

This modification relates to the Product Specification only and not to the Single Document.

SINGLE DOCUMENT 1. Registered name ‘Πλαγιές Πάικου’ (Playies Paikou)

2. Geographical indication type PGI — protected geographical indication

3. Categories of grapevine products 1. Wine

4. Description of the wine(s) DRY ROSÉ WINE Dark purple in colour with rosy highlights. Powerful bouquet dominated by notes of rose and citrus. Balanced with the right amount of acidity and an aftertaste of flowers that lingers on the palate.

— Total alcoholic strength: Minimum 11,5 % vol.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol. C 49/6 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

— Total sugar content (g/l): Maximum 9,0 (where the sugar content exceeds 4 g /l, the conditions laid down in Annex XIV to Commission Regulation (EC) No 607/2009 apply)

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,5

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 11,5

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 18

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 200

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply.

MEDIUM DRY ROSÉ WINE Dark purple in colour with rosy highlights. Powerful bouquet dominated by notes of rose and citrus. Balanced with the right amount of acidity and an aftertaste of flowers that lingers on the palate. Pleasant sensation of balance between acidity and sweetness, mild and fruity.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 4,5-Maximum 17,5 (where the sugar content exceeds 12 g/l, the conditions laid down in Annex XIV to Commission Regulation (EC) No 607/2009 apply)

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,5

— Maximum sulphur dioxide content of the wines (total): 250 m g/l (where the sugar content is not less than 5 g/l)

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 11,5

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 18

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 250

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply. 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/7

SEMI-SWEET ROSÉ WINE Dark purple in colour with rosy highlights. Powerful bouquet dominated by notes of rose and citrus. Balanced with the right amount of acidity and an aftertaste of flowers that lingers on the palate. Mild taste, fruity and sweet sensation that lingers on the palate.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 12,5-Maximum 45 (where the sugar content exceeds 12 g /l, the conditions laid down in Annex XIV to Commission Regulation (EC) No 607/2009 apply).

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,5

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 11,5

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 18

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 250

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply.

SWEET ROSÉ WINE Strong pomegranate colour. Scents of red berry jam and red roses. Rich taste with sweet aftertaste.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 45

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 12,0

— Volatile acidity expressed as acetic acid (g/l): Maximum 1,08 (18 meq/l)

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 11,5

Minimum total acidity: 4,8 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 18

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 250

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply. C 49/8 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

DRY WHITE WINE Lustrous pale green colour (with yellow highlights in the case of white wine made from grapes of the Xinomavro and Negoska varieties). Powerful bouquet dominated by notes of citrus and fresh fruit with hints of flowers. Depth with fruity aftertaste that lingers on the palate.

— Total alcoholic strength: Minimum 11,5 % vol.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Maximum 9,0 (where the sugar content exceeds 4 g /l, the conditions laid down in Annex XIV to Commission Regulation (EC) No 607/2009 apply)

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,5

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 11,5

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 18

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 200

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply.

MEDIUM DRY WHITE WINE Lustrous pale green colour (with yellow highlights in the case of white wine made from grapes of the Xinomavro and Negoska varieties). Powerful bouquet dominated by notes of citrus and fresh fruit with hints of flowers. Pleas­ ant sensation of balance between acidity and sweetness, mild and fruity.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 4,5-Maximum 17,5 (where the sugar content exceeds 12 g/l, the conditions laid down in Annex XIV to Commission Regulation (EC) No 607/2009 apply)

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,5

— Maximum sulphur dioxide content of the wines (total): 250 m g/l (where the sugar content is not less than 5 g/l)

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 11,5

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 18

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 250

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply. 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/9

SEMI-SWEET WHITE WINE Lustrous pale green colour (with yellow highlights in the case of white wine made from grapes of the Xinomavro and Negoska varieties). Powerful bouquet dominated by notes of citrus and fresh fruit with hints of flowers. Mild taste, fruity and sweet sensation that lingers on the palate.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 12,5-Maximum 45

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,5

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 11,5

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 18

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 250

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply.

SWEET WHITE WINE Lustrous colour with a slightly yellow hue (with yellow highlights in the case of white wine made from grapes of the Xinomavro and Negoska varieties). Powerful bouquet dominated by notes of citrus and hints of flowers. Mild taste, fruity and sweet sensation that lingers on the palate.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,0 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 45

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,5

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 11,5

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 18

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 250

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply. C 49/10 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

DRY RED WINE Vivid red colour with deep mauve highlights. Aromatic palate with notes of blackcurrants, cherries and tomatoes with a hint of pepper. Crisp, full with mild tannins and a strong aftertaste of fruit that lingers on the palate.

— Total alcoholic strength: Minimum 12 % vol.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,5 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Maximum 9,0 (where the sugar content exceeds 4 g /l, the conditions laid down in Annex XIV to Commission Regulation (EC) No 607/2009 apply).

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,0

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 12

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 20

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 150

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply.

MEDIUM DRY RED WINE Vivid red colour with deep mauve highlights. Aromatic palate with notes of blackcurrants, cherries and tomatoes with a hint of pepper. Pleasant sensation of balance between acidity and sweetness, mild and fruity.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,5 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 4,5-Maximum 17,5 (where the sugar content exceeds 12 g/l, the conditions laid down in Annex XIV of Commission Regulation (EC) No 607/2009 apply)

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,0

— Maximum sulphur dioxide content of the wines (total): 200 m g/l (where the sugar content is not less than 5 g/l)

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 12

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 20

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 200

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply. 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/11

SEMI-SWEET RED WINE Vivid red colour with deep mauve highlights. Aromatic palate with notes of blackcurrants, cherries and tomatoes with a hint of pepper. Mild taste, fruity and sweet sensation that lingers on the palate.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,5 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 12,5-Maximum 45

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,0

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 12

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 20

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 200

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply.

SWEET RED WINE Vivid red colour. Aromatic palate with notes of blackcurrants and cherries. Rich depth on the palate that is mild and long-lasting.

— Minimum natural alcoholic strength: 11,5 % vol.

— Total sugar content (g/l): Minimum 45

— Total acidity expressed as tartaric acid (g/l): Maximum 7,5

General analytical characteristics

Maximum total alcoholic strength (in % vol.):

Minimum actual alcoholic strength (in % vol.): 12

Minimum total acidity: 3,5 in grams per litre expressed as tartaric acid

Maximum volatile acidity (in milliequivalents per litre): 20

Maximum total sulphur dioxide (in milligrams per litre): 200

For the value of the maximum alcoholic strength, the values provided for in the relevant EU legislation apply. C 49/12 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

5. Winemaking practices a. Essential oenological practices Specific oenological practice In medium dry, semi-sweet and sweet winemaking, wine sweetening is permitted in accordance with the applicable provisions (Annex I D to Regulation (EC) No 606/2009). Cultivation technique The vines are trained in accordance with the typical cultivation techniques used locally. Restrictions on making the wines White winemaking: Playies Paikou (PGI) white wine is produced using state-of-the-art white winemaking technol­ ogy; the temperature during alcoholic fermentation must not exceed 20 °C. In the case of the red grape varieties Xinomavro and Negoska, the white wine fermentation method is used. Red winemaking: Playies Paikou (PGI) red wine is produced according to the classic red winemaking method. Rosé winemaking: Playies Paikou (PGI) rosé wine is produced using state-of-the-art rosé winemaking technology; the temperature during alcoholic fermentation must not exceed 20 °C. b. Maximum yields Maximum yield in hectolitres of end product per hectare — White wines 105 hectolitres per hectare Maximum yield in hectolitres of end product per hectare — Red wines 96 hectolitres per hectare Maximum yield in hectolitres of end product per hectare — Rosé wines 90 hectolitres per hectare Maximum grape yield(s) per hectare — Red, white and rosé wines 12 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare Maximum grape yield(s) per hectare — Roditis variety 14 000 kilograms of grapes per hectare 6. Demarcated area The demarcated production area for Playies Paikou (PGI) wine comprises the areas of the municipal districts of Karpi, Griva, Goumenissa, Gerakonas and Filiria of the municipality of Goumenissa and the municipal districts of Evropos, Polypetro and Touba in the municipality of Evropos in the prefecture of Kilkis at an altitude of over 80 metres. 7. Main wine grapes Roditis Rs — Alepou Xinomavro N — Xinogaltso, Popolka Negoska N Cabernet Sauvignon N Malagouzia B Limnio Ν Chardonnay B Viognier B Syrah N Sauvignon Blanc B Reisling B 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/13

Merlot N

Gewürztraminer Rs

Asyrtiko B

8. Description of the link(s) Historical, cultural and social link and geographical environment — Wine Details of the geographical area A. Historical link The reputation that the area has built up through producing PDO Goumenissa wines has prompted the spread of modern vine cultivation techniques throughout the PGI Playies Paikou area, with a greater number of varieties being grown whose grapes produce wines that are popular on the market. The recognition of the PGI Playies Paikou has thus come about in the context of the historical development of winemaking in the area, based on existing tradition and the contemporary infrastructure that has been built up in recent years.

B. Cultural, social and economic links Vines and wine have been inseparably linked to the cultural, social and economic lives of the local people since ancient times.

This link still exists today, as can be seen from the events organised to promote wine, as well as the local cultural traditions.

C. Geographical environment and geographical origin Climate The climate (according to Lang) comes under the category of sub-dry to sub-humid. Thermal sum (base tempera­ ture 10 °C): 1 980 degree-days from April to October. Continentality: 20,93 °C. Sunlight hours: 1 818 from April to October. Average temperature during the month when the grapes ripen: 19,8 °C. Precipitation: 650 mm annu­ ally, 65 mm during the month when the grapes ripen. Winds: during winter, the northerly ‘Vardaris’ wind prevails. In summer, gentle local winds (breezes) prevail that come mainly from the south, but there are also north-easterly ‘Meltemi’ winds that mitigate the summer heat.

Soil The wider Playies Paikou area is made up of granite type rock, sandstone, schist, ophiolites and limestone, while the parent material is composed of deposits with terra rossa, marl and marly limestone in hard and soft layers. Most of the area’s soil is pH neutral to alkaline. The area has from sufficient to high amounts of both equivalent and active calcium carbonate, with the exception of certain areas that have none at all. In general, the exchange capacity of the area’s soil is very good and provides the plants with the requisite amounts of nutrients, due to the presence of a h igh percentage of smectites in clay minerals, while there are high amounts of both exchange cal­ cium and exchange magnesium. The organic matter is generally sufficient in the surface layers and decreases with depth. In most cases the amount of organic matter in the area’s soil supplies the plants with the nitrogen required for growth, and nitrogen fertilisers need to be applied only occasionally.

Topography The area is extremely hilly, with a v ariety of orientations and inclines of between 0 and 30 %. Combined with the soil and macroclimate, this creates a r ange of vineyard locations that are one of the main factors shaping the per­ formance of the varieties grown in the area. The vineyard locations differ with regard to the mesoclimate, which is mainly the result of the interaction between the climate and the local topography, and also with regard to the soil.

Product details Playies Paikou (PGI) white wines are characterised by their pale shade of green, sometimes with a s lightly yellow hue. Their aromatic profile includes aromas of citrus, flowers and other fruits, depending on the variety and vine­ yard location. They are also characterised by adequate depth and aftertaste, mainly due to the adequate and syn­ chronised ripening of the varieties in the area.

Playies Paikou (PGI) rosé wines stand out for their strong colour and rosy hues, derived from the varieties used and the area where they are grown. They also have a powerful bouquet, dominated by rose and citrus. The balance of all the types of rosé wine (dry, medium dry, semi-sweet and sweet) is excellent, mainly because of its good acidity.

A vivid red colour with deep mauve highlights characterises the Playies Paikou (PGI) red wines, as well as an aro­ matic palate with notes of blackcurrants, cherries and tomatoes with a hint of pepper. They have a full flavour with mild tannins and a strong aftertaste of fruit that lingers on the palate. C 49/14 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

Causal interaction Due to the temperatures in the area, the ripening of the grapes reaches its peak between the last 10 days of August and the first five days of October, depending on the variety. Due to this peak in ripening and the high degree of continentality, the style and organoleptic characteristics of the wines produced are a direct result of the climate and variations in the vineyard locations. For example, Xinomavro grapes that ripen early in vineyards planted on cal­ careous soils produce wines with delicate aromas, whereas the grapes that ripen later in locations with clay soil produce wines with a strong phenolic character.

The Negoska variety ripens at the same time as the Xinomavro and is used to produce wines with a high alcohol content, strong colour and average acidity, which can be paired very well with the corresponding wines of the Xinomavro variety. The Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon varieties ripen on average on 5, 10 and 20 Septem­ ber respectively. Merlot is used to produce mild wines with a high alcohol content and aromas of ripe fruit, while Syrah wines are characterised by their good structure, strong colour and suitability for ageing for long periods. Cabernet Sauvignon is used to produce wines with particular aromas (mainly of small red fruits, but also spicy aromas), good depth, alcohol content, and suitability for ageing.

The Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer and Malagouzia varieties ripen in the last 10 d ays of August, the Riesling and Asyrtiko varieties in the first five days of September, the Viognier variety in the second five days of September and the Roditis variety in the second half of September. Due to the relatively warm ripening condi­ tions, the Chardonnay wines usually have a mature tropical bouquet combined with rich depth on the palate, while the Sauvignon Blanc wines are characterised by aromas of fruits, mainly peach, and less by green characteristics, depending on the soil. The Malagouzia and Gewürztraminer varieties principally give rise to wines with an intensely flowery bouquet, enhancing the aromatic palate when they are combined with other varieties. Wines produced from the Asyrtiko variety have a rich body and structure, high acidity and a distinctive aroma that varies between flowers and citrus. The area’s wines produced from the Riesling variety mainly stand out for the finesse of their aromatic palate. The Viognier variety is used to produce wines that are mainly characterised by their strong structure and suitability for ageing, where the aroma of fruits, such as apricot, is moderated by the more mature aromas of honey. The Roditis variety produces wines with aromatic finesse and a rich palate.

In conclusion, the quality, style and particularity of the wines produced in the area derive from the terroir, both at wider area and individual vineyard level.

9. Essential further conditions Legal framework: In EU legislation

Type of further condition: Derogation on production in the demarcated geographical area

Description of the condition:

Article 6(4)(b) of Commission Regulation (EC) No 607/2009 laying down certain detailed rules for the implemen­ tation of Council Regulation (EC) No 479/2008 as regards protected designations of origin and geographical indi­ cations, traditional terms, labelling and presentation of certain wine sector products.

Legal framework: In national legislation

Type of further condition: Derogation on production in the demarcated geographical area

Description of the condition:

Article 4(c) of Joint Ministerial Decision No 392169/20.10.1999 laying down general rules concerning the use of the term ‘Local Wine’ in the description of table wine (Government Gazette, Series II, No 1985/8.11.99), as amended by Joint Ministerial Decision No 321813/29.8.2007, states:

‘Table wines for which the term “ Local Wine” can be used with a geographical indication of a province, prefecture or wine-growing area which is smaller than a prefecture, shall be produced in wineries operating in the prefecture or in adjacent prefectures. Specifically, Playies Paikou (PGI) wines can be produced in wineries operating in the prefecture of Kilkis or in the neighbouring prefectures of Pella, Thessaloniki and Serres.’

Legal framework: In EU legislation

Type of further condition: Supplementary provisions concerning labelling

Description of the condition: Terms relating to certain production methods 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/15

Article 66(1), (2) and (6) of Commission Regulation (EC) No 607 /2009 laying down certain detailed rules for the implementation of Council Regulation (EC) No 479 /2008 as regards protected designations of origin and geo­ graphical indications, traditional terms, labelling and presentation of certain wine sector products. Legal framework: In national legislation Type of further condition: Supplementary provisions concerning labelling Description of the condition: Terms relating to certain production methods Articles 3 and 4 of Ministerial Decision No 280557/9.6.2005 laying down the time of ripening, ageing and placement on the market of wines with Superior Quality Designation of Origin and Local Wines, as well as of the terms used in labelling thereof relating to their production method or preparation methods (Government Gazette, Series II, No 818/15.6.2005) set out the conditions for using the following terms: — ‘ΝΕΟΣ ΟΙΝΟΣ’ or ‘ΝΕΑΡΟΣ ΟΙΝΟΣ’ (NEW WINE), — ‘ΩΡΙΜΑΝΣΗ ΣΕ ΒΑΡΕΛΙ’ or ‘ΩΡΙΜΑΣΕ ΣΕ ΒΑΡΕΛΙ’ (BARREL MATURED), — ‘ΠΑΛΑΙΩΜΕΝΟΣ ΣΕ ΒΑΡΕΛΙ’ or ‘ΠΑΛΑΙΩΣΗ ΣΕ ΒΑΡΕΛΙ’ (BARREL AGED), — ‘ΟΙΝΟΠΟΙΗΘΗΚΕ ΚΑΙ ΩΡΙΜΑΣΕ ΣΕ ΒΑΡΕΛΙ’ or ‘ΟΙΝΟΠΟΙΗΣΗ ΚΑΙ ΩΡΙΜΑΝΣΗ ΣΕ ΒΑΡΕΛΙ’ (BARREL VINIFIED AND MATURED), — ‘ΟΙΝΟΠΟΙΗΣΗ ΣΕ ΒΑΡΕΛΙ’ or ‘ΟΙΝΟΠΟΙΗΘΗΚΕ ΣΕ ΒΑΡΕΛΙ’ (BARREL VINIFIED). Legal framework: In national legislation Type of further condition: Supplementary provisions concerning labelling Description of the condition: Printing the vintage year on the labelling Where the terms ‘ΝΕΟΣ ΟΙΝΟΣ’ or ‘ΝΕΑΡΟΣ ΟΙΝΟΣ’ (NEW WINE) are used on the labelling of wines, it is manda­ tory to print the vintage year, in accordance with Article 1(2) of Ministerial Decision No 280557/9.6.2005 laying down the time of ripening, ageing and placement on the market of wines with Superior Quality Designation of Origin and Local Wines, as well as of the terms used in labelling thereof relating to their production method or preparation methods (Government Gazette, Series II, No 818/15.6.2005). Legal framework: In national legislation Type of further condition: Supplementary provisions concerning labelling Description of the condition: Labelling terms in accordance with national legislation. In accordance with Ministerial Decision No 235309/7.2.2002 , the terms which can be used on the labelling of Playies Paikou wines with a protected geographical indication (PGI) are: ΛΕΥΚΟΣ ΑΠΟ ΛΕΥΚΑ ΣΤΑΦΥΛΙΑ/Blanc de blancs (WHITE FROM WHITE GRAPES), ΛΕΥΚΟΣ ΑΠΟ ΕΡΥΘΡΑ ΣΤΑΦΥΛΙΑ/Blanc de noir (WHITE FROM RED GRAPES), ΛΕΥΚΟΣ ΑΠΟ ΕΡΥΘΡΩΠΑ ΣΤΑΦΥΛΙΑ or ΛΕΥΚΟΣ ΑΠΟ ΓΚΡΙΖΑ ΣΤΑΦΥΛΙΑ/Blanc de gris (WHITE FROM ROSÉ GRAPES OR WHITE FROM GREY GRAPES), ΚΟΚΚΙΝΕΛΙ/ kokineli (KOKINELI), ΟΙΝΟΣ ΛΟΦΩΝ/Vin de collines (WINE FROM HILLS), ΟΙΝΟΣ ΠΛΑΓΙΩΝ/Vin de coteaux (WINE FROM SLOPES), ΟΡΕΙΝΩΝ ΑΜΠΕΛΩΝΩΝ or ΑΠΟ ΟΡΕΙΝΑ ΚΡΑΣΑΜΠΕΛΑ/Vin de vignobles Montagneux (MOUNTAINOUS VINEYARDS OR MOUNTAINOUS WINE VINEYARDS). Link to the product specification http://www.minagric.gr/images/stories/docs/agrotis/POP-PGE/OINOS/PGE_trop_prodiagrafes_paikos191217.pdf C 49/16 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

NOTICES CONCERNING THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA

EFTA SURVEILLANCE AUTHORITY

Information notice from the EFTA Surveillance Authority based on Article 16(4) of Regulation (EC) No 1008/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council on common rules for the operation of air services in the Community Repeal of public service obligations in respect of scheduled air services (2019/C 49/05)

Member State Norway

Route concerned Røros — Oslo v.v. Sogndal — Oslo v.v. Førde — Oslo v.v. Sandane — Oslo v.v. Sogndal — Bergen v.v. Førde — Bergen v.v. Sandane — Bergen v.v. Ørsta-Volda — Bergen v.v.

Original date of entry into force of the public 1 April 2016 service obligations (announced on 7 May 2015 in the Official Journal of the European Union C 150 and EEA Supplement No 26/2015)

Date of repeal 1 April 2020

Address where the text and any relevant infor­ Ministry of Transport and Communications mation and/or documentation relating to the PO Box 8010 Dep public service obligation can be obtained N-0030 Oslo NORWAY Tel. +47 22249090 Email: [email protected] 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/17

Information notice from the EFTA Surveillance Authority based on Article 16(4) of Regulation (EC) No 1008 /2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council on common rules for the operation of air services in the Community Establishment of public service obligations in respect of scheduled air services (2019/C 49/06)

Member State Norway

Route concerned Røros — Oslo v.v. Sogndal — Oslo v.v. Førde — Oslo v.v. Sandane — Oslo v.v. Sogndal — Bergen v.v. Sandane — Bergen v.v. Ørsta-Volda — Bergen v.v.

Date of entry into force of the public service 1 April 2020 obligations

Address where the text and any relevant infor­ Ministry of Transport and Communications mation and/or documentation related to the PO Box 8010 Dep modified public service obligations can be N-0030 Oslo obtained NORWAY Tel. +47 22249090 Email: [email protected] Internet: https://www.regjeringen.no/en/find-document/ id2000006/?documenttype=dokumenter/anbud C 49/18 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

Information notice from the EFTA Surveillance Authority based on Article 17(5) of Regulation (EC) No 1008 /2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council on common rules for the operation of air services in the Community Invitation to tender in respect of the operation of scheduled air services in accordance with public service obligations (2019/C 49/07)

Member State Norway

Concerned routes Røros – Oslo v.v. Sogndal – Oslo v.v. Førde – Oslo v.v. Sandane – Oslo v.v. Sogndal – Bergen v.v. Sandane – Bergen v.v. Ørsta-Volda – Bergen v.v.

Period of validity of the contract 1 April 2020 – 31 March 2024

Deadline for submission of tenders 8 April 2019

Address where the text of the invitation to ten­ Ministry of Transport and Communications der and any relevant information and/or docu­ PO Box 8010 Dep mentation related to the public tender and the N-0030 Oslo modified public service obligations can be NORWAY obtained Tel. +47 22249090 Email: [email protected] Internet: https://www.regjeringen.no/en/find-document/ id2000006/?documenttype=dokumenter/anbud 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/19

V (Announcements)

PROCEDURES RELATING TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETITION POLICY

EUROPEAN COMMISSION

Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9256 — Engie/Michelin/Région AURA/CDC/Hympulsion) Candidate case for simplified procedure (Text with EEA relevance) (2019/C 49/08)

1. On 25 January 2019, the Commission received notification of a proposed concentration pursuant to Article 4 of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1).

This notification concerns the following undertakings:

— Engie Hydrogen International (‘EHI’, France), controlled by Engie,

— SPIKA, controlled by Compagnie Générale des Établissements Michelin (‘CGEM’, France),

— The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region (France),

— Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (‘CDC’ , France),

— Hympulsion (the ‘ JV’, France).

Engie, SPIKA, the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region and CDC acquire within the meaning of Article 3(1)(b) and 3(4) of the Merger Regulation joint control of the JV.

The concentration is accomplished by way of purchase of shares in a newly created company constituting a joint venture.

2. The business activities of the undertakings concerned are:

— Engie is an industrial company active in the fields of gas, electricity and energy services. It is active throughout the entire energy-value chain.

— SPIKA is controlled by CGEM, which is a manufacturer and supplier of tyres based in France.

— CDC is a public institution carrying out activities of general interest, consisting in particular of the management of private funds to which the government wishes to afford particular protection and activities open to competition in the environmental, real-estate, investment and capital investment, and services sectors.

— The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Région is a region in France.

— The JV is active in the hydrogen refuelling stations for hydrogen vehicles in France.

3. On preliminary examination, the Commission finds that the notified transaction could fall within the scope of the Merger Regulation. However, the final decision on this point is reserved.

(1) OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1 (the ‘Merger Regulation’). C 49/20 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

Pursuant to the Commission Notice on a simplified procedure for treatment of certain concentrations under the Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (2) it should be noted that this case is a candidate for treatment under the procedure set out in the Notice. 4. The Commission invites interested third parties to submit their possible observations on the proposed operation to the Commission. Observations must reach the Commission not later than 10 days following the date of this publication. The following reference should always be specified: M.9256 — Engie/Michelin/Région AURA/CDC/Hympulsion Observations can be sent to the Commission by email, by fax, or by post. Please use the contact details below: Email: [email protected] Fax +32 22964301 Postal address: European Commission Directorate-General for Competition Merger Registry 1049 Bruxelles/Brussel BELGIQUE/BELGIË

(2) OJ C 366, 14.12.2013, p. 5. 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/21

Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.8948 — Spirit/Asco) (Text with EEA relevance) (2019/C 49/09)

1. On 30 January 2019, the Commission received notification of a proposed concentration pursuant to Article 4 of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). This notification concerns the following undertakings: — Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (USA), — Asco Industries N.V., Asco Management NV and Immobiliere Asco NV, through the holding company S.R.I.F. NV (Belgium). Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (‘Spirit’) will acquire within the meaning of Article 3(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation sole control of the whole of Asco Industries N.V., Asco Management NV and Immobiliere Asco NV, through the holding company S.R.I.F. NV (‘Asco’). The concentration is accomplished by way of purchase of shares. The same concentration was already notified to the Commission on 17 September 2018, but the notification was subsequently withdrawn on 25 October 2018. 2. The business activities of the undertakings concerned are: — Spirit designs, manufactures and sells aerostructures for commercial and military aircraft, — Asco is active in machining, treatment and assembly of hard metal, steel and aluminium alloys, composites and the sale of components and sub-components for the aerostructures of commercial aircraft and military aircraft. 3. On preliminary examination, the Commission finds that the notified transaction could fall within the scope of the Merger Regulation. However, the final decision on this point is reserved. 4. The Commission invites interested third parties to submit their possible observations on the proposed operation to the Commission. Observations must reach the Commission not later than 10 days following the date of this publication. The following reference should always be specified: M.8948 — Spirit/Asco Observations can be sent to the Commission by email, by fax, or by post. Please use the contact details below: Email: [email protected] Fax +32 22964301 Postal address: European Commission Directorate-General for Competition Merger Registry 1049 Bruxelles/Brussel BELGIQUE/BELGIË

(1) OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1 (the ‘Merger Regulation’). C 49/22 EN Official Journal of the European Union 7.2.2019

Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9226 — CommScope / ARRIS) Candidate case for simplified procedure (Text with EEA relevance) (2019/C 49/10)

1. On 31 January 2019, the Commission received notification of a proposed concentration pursuant to Article 4 of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). This notification concerns the following undertakings: — CommScope Holding Company, Inc. (‘CommScope’, USA), and — ARRIS International plc (‘ARRIS ’, USA). CommScope acquires within the meaning of Article 3(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation sole control of the whole of ARRIS. The concentration is accomplished by way of purchase of shares. 2. The business activities of the undertakings concerned are: — CommScope is a global provider of infrastructure solutions for the core, access and edge layers of communications networks, with products such as wireless network infrastructure and fiber optic and copper connectivity solutions. — ARRIS provides entertainment, communications, and networking technology products for service providers to deliver media, voice and IP data services to their subscribers. 3. On preliminary examination, the Commission finds that the notified transaction could fall within the scope of the Merger Regulation. However, the final decision on this point is reserved. Pursuant to the Commission Notice on a simplified procedure for treatment of certain concentrations under the Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (2) it should be noted that this case is a candidate for treatment under the procedure set out in the Notice. 4. The Commission invites interested third parties to submit their possible observations on the proposed operation to the Commission. Observations must reach the Commission not later than 10 days following the date of this publication. The following reference should always be specified: M.9226 — CommScope / ARRIS Observations can be sent to the Commission by email, by fax, or by post. Please use the contact details below: E-mail: [email protected] Fax +32 22964301 Postal address: European Commission Directorate-General for Competition Merger Registry 1049 Bruxelles/Brussel BELGIQUE/BELGIË

(1) OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1 (the ‘Merger Regulation’). (2) OJ C 366, 14.12.2013, p. 5. 7.2.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union C 49/23

Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.9261 — CD&R/FHI) Candidate case for simplified procedure (Text with EEA relevance) (2019/C 49/11)

1. On 31 January 2019, the Commission received notification of a proposed concentration pursuant to Article 4 of Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (1). This notification concerns the following undertakings: — Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Fund X, L.P. (Cayman Islands), ultimately controlled by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC (‘CD&R’, United States of America), — FH Investments Limited (‘FHI’, Jersey), currently ultimately controlled by Cheadle Developments Limited (British Virgin Islands). CD&R acquire within the meaning of Article 3(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation sole control of the whole of FHI. The concentration is accomplished by way of purchase of shares. 2. The business activities of the undertakings concerned are: — for CD&R: a private equity investment firm focussing on management buyouts, strategic minority equity investments and other strategic investments, — for FHI: holds businesses active in the operation of restaurants, delis and cafes as well as the provision of catering and hospitality services. 3. On preliminary examination, the Commission finds that the notified transaction could fall within the scope of the Merger Regulation. However, the final decision on this point is reserved. Pursuant to the Commission Notice on a simplified procedure for treatment of certain concentrations under the Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004 (2) it should be noted that this case is a candidate for treatment under the procedure set out in the Notice. 4. The Commission invites interested third parties to submit their possible observations on the proposed operation to the Commission. Observations must reach the Commission not later than 10 days following the date of this publication. The following reference should always be specified: M.9261 — CD&R/FHI Observations can be sent to the Commission by email, by fax, or by post. Please use the contact details below: Email: [email protected] Fax +32 22964301 Postal address: European Commission Directorate-General for Competition Merger Registry 1049 Bruxelles/Brussel BELGIQUE/BELGIË

(1) OJ L 24, 29.1.2004, p. 1 (the ‘Merger Regulation’). (2) OJ C 366, 14.12.2013, p. 5.

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