As from 19 June, mandatory quarantine in Norway has been reduced from 14 to 10 days. – Instructors from NATO member states working with the armed forces of Ukraine. A pending preliminary ruling before the European court of justice regarding gun-jumping in the implementation of a concentration (EY/KPMG Denmark) … The purpose of competition rules is to help in the establishment and the proper functioning of the internal market. It is important for truck drivers to have their passport and driving license readily available when crossing the border. Facebook Share on linkedin. For more information in German please see here and here. However, § 4 of the relevant ordinance (see the links in German and English) establishes an exemption from compulsory testing for persons who are exempted from the 14 days’ quarantine under regional COVID-19 regulations. As the detailed requirements keep changing, we recommend you check the specific guidelines on the following websites: 1.Passengers are not allowed to enter Switzerland. Giurgiulești – Galați Sustainability and Competition: Covington Assists Unilever on Submission to European Competition Authorities on the Competition Implications of Sustainability Cooperation By Johan Ysewyn and Kevin Coates on May 27, 2020 Posted in Antitrust, Cartels, Competition Law, European Commission. – Persons serving in the armed forces of Ukraine. The form must be handed over at the border of exit. Please be informed that since 14/03/2020 15:00lt new procedures have been implemented by Polish Port Authorities. Consensus appears to increase among European competition authorities, that the enforcement instruments that they currently possess aren’t enough to deal with the specific and complex competition issues that may arise on digital markets. Airports: border checkpoints of Vilnius, Kaunas, Palanga and Šiauliai international airports. 5 January 2021 Port Technology International Team Global Trade; Share on twitter. Airports in Ireland remain open with no restrictions for people travelling from any area. Since 4 of May 2020, borders are open for crew and no 14 days quarantine is required. Crew members must have a proof of employment (contract), SB and Passport. This does not apply to passengers who are entitled to freedom of movement and have a professional reason for entering Switzerland and have a confirmation of registration. Under the new measures (announced April 20), the following have come into effect in relation to vehicle testing: Ocniţa-Sokireanî Valid 30 days and applicable to all types of transport as long as it does not affect road safety. Digital markets also offer a vast field of competition questions. Borders are shut down for incoming non-resident travelers. Foreigners are not allowed to enter Lithuania; the following categories are exempt from this provision: by ShipInsight. EUI Department of Law Research Paper No. A yellow quarantine flag is not necessary in the Netherlands. Nonconformism to this rule may cause 14 days quarantine at the anchorage and fine. This does not apply to passengers traveling directly through Switzerland to another country that they are permitted to enter. Traductions en contexte de "European competition authorities" en anglais-français avec Reverso Context : The implementation of this new joint venture will first be submitted to the European competition authorities. The transport of goods transiting through Lithuania is permitted. The following national competition authorities, together with the European Commission's DG Competition, make up the ECN: This article about the European Union is a stub. Code-Sharing Agreements in Scheduled Passenger Air Transport–The European Competition Authorities' Perspective. The current measures in place involve the posting of police and military employees at border stations in order to control persons crossing the borders. • Drivers performing road transport as part of international road transport or international combined transport travelling through Poland by other means of transport than the vehicle used for road transport in order to (a) take their rest period in the territory of the country of stay or (b) after having taken the rest referred to and after a break in carrying out the work in the circumstances specified in the Act on drivers’ working time. The EU is also at the forefront of international cooperation in the competition field to promote and propose best practice. Slovenian citizens and foreigners with temporary or permanent residence in Slovenia can now enter the country without mandatory quarantine. The border crossing point will be operating on a temporary basis, only allowing cross-border movement of goods at first. As of yet there are no restrictions on any cargo vessels trading into/out of Ireland. We hope this may inspire the European Commission, competition authorities in other countries and others with an interest in the subject. • From 18:00 to 22:00 on Fridays o present documents showing that the commencement of work will begin immediately after crossing the border. In several Member States competition authorities have followed suit. – a C visa issued by Switzerland in order to work on a short-term contract This applies to licences that expire between 16 March and 31 October 2020. The European Commission recently published a draft directive to grant greater enforcement powers to national competition authorities (NCAs). During their spare time, quarantine is compulsory. Travel between Switzerland and a country that is not part of the Schengen Area is still not allowed. Therefore, Regulation (EC) 561/2006 fully applies from 00:00 on 1 June. EU competition cases; The Commission's powers to investigate and halt violations of EU competition rules are subject to a number of internal checks and balances, as well as full judicial review by the European Courts. a Swiss residence permit (L / B / C / Ci permits) Restrictive measures will be in force until 31 October 2020. The European Competition Network. In case of deviations from the Maritime Health Declaration, Port Authority will contact the Municipal Health Service for recommendations about the reported case. On 29 June, Lithuania introduced a 14-day isolation requirement for its nationals and residents arriving from the 50 most affected countries, including Sweden, Russia and Belarus. According to Reuters, the competition authorities delayed the Google announcement by one week to avoid a clash with the Nato summit, where Trump lambasted the US’s European allies. U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division. Temperature of drivers will be checked and they will be asked to wear masks, medical gloves, and have antiseptic gel for hands sanitation. It compares the institutional set-up, the investigative measures, the fining policy and the leniency programs of national competition authorities (NCAs). The protocol allows third country nationals to use all border crossing points in order to transit through the country, provided that drivers do not leave the highway or local road and that they leave the country no later than 5 hours after the entry. 2, pp. Every person, regardless of nationality, crossing a land border into Lithuania must fill in an online form no later than 12 hours following their arrival in the country. As of 00:00 on 13 June, controls at internal borders in Poland have been lifted and all border crossing points have been opened. ALL seagoing vessels calling Dutch ports must submit a Maritime Health Declaration, regardless of the situation on board. Truck drivers can work, but must follow the quarantine rules when he/she is not working (in addition to all other measures to prevent infection). You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. European Competition Authorities unite in their call for new enforcement instruments in the digital sector Consensus appears to increase among European competition authorities, that the enforcement instruments that they currently possess aren’t enough to deal with the specific and complex competition issues that may arise on digital markets. Apr.27.2020. Drivers transiting Romania must fill out a form when entering the country. European shippers and freight forwarders have once more alerted the European Commission on the current practices of liner shipper carriers as European supply chains are becoming more distorted. a passport or identity card) and Restrictions: Yes Belgium. – Persons entering Ukraine to study. You will receive a link to create a new password via email. Freight transport activities within, to, and from Sweden are not impacted by measures. Restrictions apply at the following land border crossing points: Tverečius–Vidžiai; Lavoriškės–Kotlovka; Šumskas–Loša; Ramoniškiai–Pograničnyj; Nida–Morskoje; Adutiškis–Moldevičiai; Papelekis–Lentupis; Krakūnai–Geranainys; Eišiškės–Dotiškės; Rakai–Petiulevcai; Norviliškės–Pickūnai; Latežeris–Pariečė; Medininkai–Kamenyj Log; Šalčininkai–Benekainys; Raigardas–Privalka; Kybartai–Černiševskoje; Panemunė–Sovetsk. In addition to those already active, the following border crossing points are now opened to traffic: Certificates of Competency – issued when people pass a driving test and required when applying for a first full driving licence – due to expire between 1 March 2020 and 30 June 2020 inclusive have had that date extended by 4 months; At the border with Ukraine: Note that traffic across border crossing points between Finland and Sweden and between Finland and Norway will be permitted between local border communities. For competition authorities, such settlement decisions shorten the duration of proceedings extremely. The organisation of European Competition Authorities (ECA) was established in April 2001 in Amsterdam as a forum for discussion of the competition authorities in the European Economic Area with the aim to cooperate and thus to enhance effective application of competition principles. At the border with Hungary: Chop (Tysa)-Zakhon. It does not consider the potential impact of Brexit on UK competition law post the Transition Period, as this will … Expect Delays: No. European Union. Sculeni – Sculeni The application form should be filled in, printed out, signed and sent by email to the following addresses, depending on which border crossing point the operator is planning to use: pogr@primorsky.rupogr@primorsky.ru(for Pogranichny border crossing point), krask@primorsky.ru (for Kraskino border crossing point) and polt@primorsky.ru (for Poltavka border crossing point). 1. A new land border crossing point will open in Kani-Kurgan, in the Amur region on the border with China. Return travel to Finland, business travel and other necessary traffic is permitted. Cross-border transport of goods and traffic by cross-border commuters is still possible. Monti, Giorgio, Independence, Interdependence and Legitimacy: The EU Commission, National Competition Authorities, and the European Competition Network (January 2014). Slovenian-Italian borders are closed for passenger transport by train and international occasional and regular bus services. At the border with Romania: This document was provided by Policy Department A at the request of the ECON Committee. On 22 April, UNTRR confirmed that, although the Romanian Authorities have not sent the updated information to the European Commission regarding the extension of the state of emergency until 15 May 2020, it is understood that documents such as licences, transport certificates, authorisations, etc., will remain valid during the state of emergency period. • From 08:00 to 14:00 on Saturdays The European Commission and the competition authorities from the 27 EU Member States cooperate with each other through the ECN by informing each other of … Foreign nationals cannot enter Hungary whilst Hungarian (and their families), EU, EEA and EFTA citizens (except UK citizens), are allowed to enter the country. Directive (EU) 2019/1 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2018 to empower the competition authorities of the Member States to be more effective enforcers and to ensure the proper functioning of the internal market (Text with EEA relevance) LinkedIn Share on email. Date: 19 June The structure of the NCAs varies between Member States. Croatia. At the border with Moldova: Palanka-Maiaky-Udobne, Starokozache-Tudora, Reni-Dzhiurdzhiulesht, Mohyliv-Podilskyi-Otach On 30 May, Poland lifted the transit ban for goods drivers that carried out international transport operations and are passing through the Polish territory with other means of transport in order to reach their place of rest or get back from it. Individuals can enter the country through the following state border crossing points: National bus, air, and rail transport will operate normally. On 15 April 2020, the Ukrainian Government approved a mechanism allowing, on the basis of reciprocity, to take restrictive measures against those countries that have set restrictions towards Ukraine. European shippers and freight forwarders have once more alerted the European Commission on the current practices of liner shipper carriers as European supply chains are becoming more distorted. One of the paramount aims of the founding fathers of the European Community—statesmen around Jean Monnet and Robert Schuman—was the establishment of a Single Market. Persons with permanent or temporary residence in Croatia are currently exempt from quarantine upon entry into Slovenia as well; The European Competition Network (ECN) consists of the 28 competition authorities within the European Union (see below for details) and the DG Competition of the European Commission. Travellers from countries with infection rates of between 15 and 25 are advised, but not required, to go into 14-day self-isolation. At the time, this was considered a sea change for EU competition law and many scholars and practitioners were convinced that the decentralised enforcement would jeopardise the Initial Basic Training certificates for motorcycle learners due to expire between 1 March 2020 and 30 June 2020 inclusive have had that date extended by 4 months. Container lines under fire as shippers call for European competition authorities to act. European Commission Directorate General for Competition . Otaci-Moghilev-Podolsk Goods drivers are allowed to operate to, from and through Switzerland if they have a bill of lading. – a C visa issued by Switzerland after 16 March 2020 in a valid exceptional case Shippers and forwarders call on European Competition Authorities to act. Bulgaria. Twitter Share on facebook. Please enter your username or email address. Temporary relaxation of periodical checks for train drivers and other railway safety personnel. At the border with Romania: Diakove-Khalmeu, Porubne-Siret Shore leaves are strictly discouraged. – an assurance of a residence permit from a cantonal migration authority or an entry permit with a visa issued by Switzerland (an employment contract is not sufficient to cross the Swiss border. LONDON & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP announced today that Antonio Bavasso will join the Firm’s London office, where he will be a Partner in the Antitrust and Trade Regulation Practice. The Hungarian Parliament put an end to the state of emergency, replacing it with a state of “epidemiological preparedness”. The only requirement on vessels is to submit an MDOH minimum 24 hours prior arrival and provided all crew are healthy there are no issues. • Holders of a travel document (e.g. • Crew members working in Lithuanian companies engaged in international commercial transport or crew members working for foreign companies performing international commercial transport in any type of vehicle. Directive (EU) 2019/1 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2018 to empower the competition authorities of the Member States to be more effective enforcers and to ensure the proper functioning of the internal market (Text with EEA relevance.) Since March 16, the Swedish Transport Agency has granted a temporary tolerance for the application of the rules on driving and rest times for freight transport operations. The Turkish Competition Authority ("Authority") published its 2020 Annual Report ("Report") on its official website on March 26, 2021. The validity of special certificates, certificates of capacity, medical fitness, seafarers books, endorsements competence and proficiency that expire before 1 July 2020 is extended for a period of 3 months, but no later than 1 October 2020. Entry into the city of Moscow during daytime hours (06:00-22:00) will only be permitted for those in the possession of a special HGV permit (regulated by Moscow Government Order of 22 August 2011 No.379-ПП). Port Closures: No The number of local passengers on intercity buses and trains is restricted to maintain the necessary distances between passengers. The organisation of European Competition Authorities (ECA) was established in April 2001 in Amsterdam as a forum for discussion of the competition authorities in the European Economic Area with the aim to cooperate and thus to enhance effective application of competition principles. Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) 2020, Mitigating Risks of Marine Fuel Uncertainty and New Emissions Regulations, CANCELLED: The EU, US, and China in the Age of Disruption: Impacts and Solutions, Shippers and forwarders call on European Competition Authorities to act, FETEIA and TRANSPRIME alert about new harmful and unethical practices of shipping companies, ESC and Ecumene provide feedback for the European Maritime Transport Report. Exceptions: transport of passengers, perishable and dangerous goods, first aid equipment and medicines in the event of a natural disaster, mail; vehicles with loading/unloading points on the restricted road sector. Immigration will periodically check if all crew is on board and high fines could be imposed for breaking this regulation. Antonio is widely recognized as a leading lawyer in antitrust and regulation, with … 21 July 2020, the National Company of Administration of Road Infrastructure (CNAIR) has introduced temporary driving restrictions for road maintenance works between 17 July and 30 September 2020, in the Valea Oltului zone ofthe DN7 road (km 238+000 – km 238+200). This reduction applies to people travelling for work reasons and tourists that come from the following countries: Finland (including Åland), Denmark, Iceland, Greenland, The Faroe Islands and Svalbard. Furman et al. Suspension of direct rail transport services with border countries (18.03.2020) On 15 June, borders with EU countries, Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein and the UK were opened, and the fines imposed on people doing cross-border shopping lifted. Health authorities have also published guidelines for regular and occasional passenger transport operators (in Slovenian only), with which all buses and coaches must comply while driving in Slovenia. The travel ban will affect all non-EU nationals from visiting the bloc. The government decided not to prolong them, therefore drivers operating in Norway should comply with the original provisions. Upon entering Romania the driver is required to apply a special sticker from by the State Inspectorate for Control of Road Transport to the vehicle’s windscreen, in order to show the transit corridor. For non-national drivers or crew members who perform international commercial transport in all types of vehicles, isolation is mandatory from the day of arrival in the Republic of Lithuania until departure from the territory, but not longer than 14 days. On 26 June, the Polish authorities introduced summer traffic restrictions for vehicles over 12 tonnes, which are as follows: As from 24 August, travellers arriving in Finland from a country with travel restrictions are recommended to stay in voluntary quarantine for 14 days. • Specialists in the healthcare sector who need to enter Switzerland for important work-related reasons and who hold a confirmation of notification, an assurance of a residence permit or an entry permit with a visa issued by Switzerland. Crew Changes – For vehicles with an authorised total weight of more than 7.5t, but less than 30.0t: (2019), “Unlocking digital competition”, Report of the Digital Competition Expert Panel; Stigler Committee on Digital Platforms (2019), “ Final Report Therefore, as from 00:00 on 1 June, normal driving and rest time periods will apply. The ministry will update the list every week. Mar.23.2020. Members should be aware that drivers are exempted from quarantine in case they are travelling between their place of residence and their place of work, and during the time they are employed. The Facebook and Whatsapp merger is mentioned as a case in point, in which there was a nearly three-year lag … Restrictions: No As of 27 June, Swiss public transport has returned to standard timetables, with the recommendation for passengers to wear face masks at peak times. Passenger Locator Card (PLC) (paper or electronic) and health statement have to be filled out when entering the airport. The portfolio has responsibility for such matters as commercial competition, company mergers, cartels, state aid, and antitrust law. Foreign nationals are still banned from entering Poland, but the following categories are exempted from the provision: Port Closures & Delays Rotterdam Posted: (6 days ago) Commission refers United Kingdom to European Court for illegal tax exemption aid in Gibraltar: Commission clears acquisition of Eaton Hydraulics by Danfoss, subject to conditions: Commission approves €350 million Finnish support to Finavia: New Working Group for competition authorities will share best practices on pharma mergers Exemptions include cargo, ferry, humanitarian, ambulance and repatriation flights to Cyprus. [1] However, when there are such differences in many Member States' policy preferences and given the benefits of experimentation, in 2020 one might ask whether more diversity (within limits) might not produce a more efficient, effective and legitimate competition regime.[2]. Restrictions: Yes This does not apply to nationals or residents of Switzerland or Liechtenstein. Translations in context of "eu competition authorities" in English-French from Reverso Context: Their growing number and complexity are undoubtedly one reason for reviewing the division of competence and adopting new arrangements on coordination between national and EU competition authorities. At the border with Slovakia:Uzhhorod-Vyshnie-Niemetske. The ordinance immediately entered into force and provides for the following: The quarantine regulations in all regions of Germany establish such exemptions for persons who are professionally transporting passengers or goods by road, rail, ship, or plane. At the border with Hungary: Malyi Bereznyi – Ublia The position became the sole merger authority for the European Economic Area in September 1990.. They must have a proof of onward journey. Controls will start as soon as the bridge connecting Blagoveshchensk (RUS) and Heihe (CHN) is opened to traffic. The Minister has also taken the following steps in relation to driver licensing: Non-European countries: With the assistance of Covington, Unilever submitted the attached paper to the European Commission and a number of National Competition Authorities. ECA (European Competition Authorities) was founded in Amsterdam in April 2001 as a forum for discussion of the competition authorities in the European Economic Area (EEA) (the Member States of the European Community, the European Commission, the EFTA States Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and the EFTASurveillance Authority). All Schengen Area Member States have approved a plan proposed by the EU Commission which closes the external borders of the territory, for at least till May 15, 2020 to halt the further spreading of the COVID-19. Czech Republic.