Juristkontakt 9 - 2004

VAN BAEL & BELLIS
The complete up-to-date analysis of
EC Competition Law
Including all new legislation in force as of 1st May 2004
This completely revised edition reflects the extensive overhaul of EC competition law that
has occurred over recent years, culminating in the fundamental changes that took place
on 1 May 2004. New material covered in this 1700 page volume includes:
■ new merger control regime;
■ enhanced role of the national competition authorities and courts in the enforcement
of the EC competition rules;
■ new rules on technology transfer agreements;
■ current generation of block exemptions applicable to both vertical
and horizontal arrangements;
■ fining and leniency rules of the Commission, particularly in the field of cartels;
■ limits being imposed by the European Courts on the Commission's discretion
in the decision-making process; and
■ application of the competition rules to the Internet, telecommunications, transport,
postal services, energy, and other special sectors.
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