Ashurst LLP fields a competition team well-versed in handling high-profile cartel and abuse of dominance cases before the Belgian Competition Authority. The practice is headed by Annick Vroninks, whose sectoral expertise spans energy, transportation and construction. Vroninks is highly sought-after for her ‘exceptional legal acumen and dedication’ on complex and business-critical competition law cases. Irene Antypas is a regulatory expert with a focus on the life sciences, chemicals and environmental sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Ashurst is our go to firm for matters pertaining to competition law due to its deep expertise.'
- 'The firm provides clear, actionable advice in a timely manner.'
- 'The team's strengths include its availability, responsiveness, and ability to navigate intricate regulations with precision.’
- ‘Annick Vroninks stands out for her exceptional legal acumen and dedication.'
- 'Annick Vroninks is committed to understanding the specific needs of our company as well as the functioning on an operational, commercial and financial level and tailors her advice accordingly. ’
Key clients
- Engie
- Veolia
- HeidelbergMaterials
- Imperial Brands
- FIFA
- UEFA
- P&O Ferries
- RTBF
- Imperial Brands
- Renewi
- Beerens
Work highlights
Representing Imperial Brands before the BCA and appeal courts in Belgium in a case concerning alleged indirect information exchange practices in the tobacco sector.
Representing UEFA before the Belgian courts concerning the compatibility of its Financial Fair Play and FIFA’s Third Party Ownership rules with EU competition law.
Advised Renewi on its £707m takeover by a consortium led by Macquarie Asset Management and BCI, securing first phase merger and foreign subsidy clearances.
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Practice head
Annick Vroninks
Other key lawyers
Irene Antypas