CHC/Babcock [Archived]

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CHC/Babcock [Archived]

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ARCHIVED–this archived case hub reflects the position at the date of the decision of 1 June 2022; it is no longer maintained.

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OutlineUK merger investigation into the completed anticipated acquisition by CHC Group LLC of Offshore Helicopter Service UK Limited, Offshore Services Australasia Pty Ltd and Offshore Helicopter Services Denmark AS (previously part of the Babcock International Group).
Latest developmentsOn 1 June 2022, the CMA issued its final report in its phase 2 investigation, finding that the transaction has resulted, or may be expected to result, in an SLC in the market for O&G Offshore Transportation Services in the UK. To remedy the SLC, the CMA decided that the most effective remedy is the complete divestment of the Babcock business (ie to unwind the transaction).
Parties• CHC Group LLC (CHC): CHC is a Canadian company. It operates as a helicopter services company. CHC provides offshore transportation, as well as helicopter Maintenance, repair, and overhaul services. It manages search and rescue networks and a flee of specialised medevac helicopters and aircrews.•
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