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Merger control
Case reference
CCENT/2008/20 - CINTERION/ SWM
Acquired
Assets SWM - Siemens Wireless Modules
Description
a world leader in integrated wireless modules for "machine-to-machine" applications based on the use of GSM/GPRS/EDGE and UMTS/HSDPA technologies.
Acquiring
Cinterion Wireless Modules Holding GmbH
Description
a holding company with its head office in Munich.
Sector
  • Digital & Information Technology
Activity (NACE)
  • J62 - Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
Applicable legislation
Art. 9(1)(a) (Law 18)
Notification thresholds
Market share
Type of merger
Conglomerate
Cooperation with sector regulators
Status
Closed
Type of Investigation
Phase 1
AdC’s decision
Non-opposition
Case description
Notified on 12 March 2008, with effect on 3 April 2008, this merger consists of the acquisition, by the company Cinterion Wireless Modules Holding GmbH ("Cinterion Holding"), of exclusive control of the assets pertaining to the Siemens Group´s business in integrated wireless communications modules ("SWM - Siemens Wireless Modules").
Timeline
2008-05-05
COMPETITION AUTHORITY authorises CINTERION / SWM merger operation
2008-04-11
Publication of the announcement
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