On March 17, 2025, the LDC Group notified the French competition authority of its intention to acquire the Pierre Martinet Group, which specializes in fresh delicatessen salads and other related products.

After a thorough investigation, the authority concluded that the transaction posed no anticompetitive risks in the relevant markets, particularly in the marketing of delicatessen products.

The investigation included consultations with customers of both companies, and it was determined that the merger would not hinder competition. The authority also assessed the vertical implications of the acquisition, considering LDC's involvement in upstream markets for egg products and processed poultry.

It was found that competitors of the Pierre Martinet Group would still have access to necessary inputs, and there was no risk of customer foreclosure. Additionally, the authority ruled out concerns regarding bundled offers or range discounts that could disadvantage competitors in mass retail distribution.

Overall, the authority's decision ensures that competition will remain intact in the delicatessen market following the merger.