On September 9, 2026, the Board of Directors of the Portuguese competition authority, known as AdC, made a significant decision regarding the merger operation Ccent/2026/63 involving Grupo Sousa and Alcotrans.

Exercising its powers under the relevant competition statutes, the authority resolved to adopt a decision of non-opposition to the merger. This decision was based on the assessment that the merger is not likely to create significant obstacles to effective competition in the national market or in a substantial part thereof.

The approval indicates that the merger will not adversely affect market dynamics, allowing both companies to proceed with their consolidation without further regulatory hurdles.