In the second phase of the merger control proceeding, the Bundeskartellamt cleared plans by Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (in the following: “TFS”) to acquire more than 90 per cent of the shares in, and therefore sole control of, Olink Holding AB (in the following: “Olink”). The merger does not lead to a significant impediment to effective competition and, in particular, does not create or strengthen a dominant market position.

Bundeskartellamt Approves Thermo Fisher's Acquisition of Olink Holding

The Bundeskartellamt has given the green light to Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.'s acquisition of over 90% of the shares in Olink Holding AB. This move grants Thermo Fisher sole control over Olink.

After a thorough review in the second phase of the merger control process, the Bundeskartellamt concluded that the acquisition does not pose a significant threat to effective competition. It was determined that the merger will not establish or reinforce a dominant position in the market.



Bundeskartellamt Approves Thermo Fisher's Acquisition of Olink Holding

Bundeskartellamt has approved Thermo Fisher's acquisition of Olink Holding, stating it does not significantly impede competition or create a dominant market position.