Arcep publishes its opinions on the new technical, pricing and contractual conditions of the companies MLP, France Messagerie and New CCEI for the year 2025

Purpose

The Autorité de régulation des communications électroniques et des postes (Arcep) has published three separate opinions on mergers and acquisitions, including a report for MLP (avis n° 2024-2809), France Messagerie (avis n° 2024-2810), and New CCEI (avis n° 2024-2811). These opinions aim to assess the impact of these consolidations on the postal and telecommunications markets in France. The reports provide a detailed analysis of the competitive situation, market shares, and potential effects on consumers.

Effects on Industry

The publication of these opinions is expected to have significant effects on the industry, as they will influence the future of these companies and their competitors. The opinions may lead to increased competition among postal and telecommunications services providers in France, potentially resulting in better services for consumers. However, if the consolidations are deemed anticompetitive, Arcep’s decisions could limit market access and lead to reduced innovation.

Relevant Stakeholders

The stakeholders affected by these opinions include businesses operating within the French postal and telecommunications markets, such as other postal and telecommunications operators, consumers of these services, and industry associations representing these companies. These entities will be directly impacted by Arcep’s assessments of the competitive situation and potential effects on consumers, leading to adjustments in their business strategies.

Next Steps

In response to these opinions, businesses operating within the affected markets must carefully review the reports and adapt their operations accordingly. This may involve adjusting market shares, revising service offerings, or modifying business strategies to comply with Arcep’s assessments of the competitive situation and potential effects on consumers.