Merger Update: EVRi / DHL

Start of CMA Merger Investigation: The anticipated acquisition by EVRi of DHL eCommerce UK, and DHL Group's acquisition of a minority stake in EVRi.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering whether it is or may be the case that this transaction, if carried into effect, will result in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002 and, if so, whether the creation of that merger may be expected to result in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United Kingdom for goods or services.

The CMA announced the launch of its merger inquiry by notice to the Parties on Tuesday 29 July 2025 and has a deadline of 25 September 2025 for its phase 1 decision.