ALTIUS typically assists with merger filings; IP-related competition law issues, including infringements of patents and technology transfer agreements; and distribution arrangements and other forms of vertical and horizontal co-operations. Consumer goods, life sciences, media, transport and construction are sectors of particular focus. Seasoned senior practitioner Carmen Verdonck is capably supported by counsel Beatrijs Gielen.
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‘We worked with Carmen Verdonck and Beatrijs Gielen. Both very professional, very knowledgable, very responsive and to the point.’
Key clients
- Campine NV
- Siemens
- Agentschap Natuur & Bos
- Indufin
- Beiersdorf
- PACE
- Citymesh (Cegeka group)
- Fost Plus
- Bolton
- Henco
- Bricon
Work highlights
- Representing Campine in proceedings before the General Court and the Court of Justice regarding the fine imposed by the European Commission and the Commission’s refusal to pay interest on the amount of the fine that was provisionally paid by Campine and thereafter partially annulled by the General Court.
- Assisting private investment fund Indufin Investment Fund with merger clearance issues relating to its acquisition of joint control - together with BNP Paribas Fortis Private Equity Belgium, Jan Penne and Frans Penne - in the PENNE GROUP.
- Advising Citymesh on all competition law issues relating to its entry onto the Belgian telecoms market and the roll-out of its 5G network.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Carmen Verdonck