Weekly ACCC Deal Digest (15 July 2026)
9 new, 14 approved, 0 rejected and 34 pending deals with ACCC up to 14 July
Merger Loop
July 15, 2026
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❇️ New Deals
Amplifon – GN Hearing
Amplifon S.p.A, a global hearing care services provider and retailer, proposes to acquire all issued shares in GN Hearing A/S, a global manufacturer and wholesale distributor of hearing aid devices. This share acquisition includes a carve-out of GN Hearing's enterprise and gaming business.
Peter Warren - Wakeling Automotive
Peter Warren Automotive Holdings proposes to acquire Wakeling Automotive Group, comprising 100% of shares in Paul Wakeling Motor Group and Wollongong City Motors, plus assets of Hurrikayne Pty Ltd. This automotive retail transaction involves Peter Warren acquiring 30 new and used car dealerships in New South Wales, expanding its existing operations.
Salesforce - Contentful
Salesforce, Inc. proposes to acquire 100% of the shares in Contentful Global, Inc. Salesforce is a global supplier of customer relationship management (CRM) software and other software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions. Contentful supplies digital experience software, specifically a content management system (CMS) and 'headless' CMS products.
Siemens Mobility - MerMec
Siemens Mobility Holding B.V., a Siemens Aktiengesellschaft subsidiary, proposes to acquire 100% of the share capital in MerMec S.p.A. This share acquisition unites two rail industry players, both active in Australia, specialising in rail infrastructure and rolling stock diagnostics, signalling systems, and related software.
Energy Bay - certain assets required to operate embedded networks for Centuria Capital Group members
Energy Bay Kappa Fund proposes to acquire energy infrastructure assets and exclusive rights to operate existing embedded networks at 45 sites, and install/operate at 194 further sites, from Centuria Capital Group subsidiaries. This asset sale involves distributed energy infrastructure and embedded networks at commercial and industrial properties across Australia.
Origin – Climatech Zero
Origin Energy Limited, via its subsidiary Origin Zero Investments Pty Ltd, proposes to increase its interest in Climatech Zero Pty Ltd to 100%. Climatech Zero provides energy efficiency engineering and project delivery services to large commercial and industrial businesses. This share acquisition aligns with Origin Zero's energy sales and solutions for the same market.
Coles - Paydock
Coles Group Limited, via its subsidiary Retail Payment Solutions Pty Ltd, proposes to acquire the business assets of Paydock. This asset acquisition sees major retailer Coles, a payment acquirer, expand its retail payment solutions with Paydock's payment orchestration platform business.
Motorola Solutions - D-Fend Solutions
Motorola Solutions, a supplier of mission-critical communications and security solutions, proposes to acquire all shares of Israel-based D-Fend Solutions AD Ltd. D-Fend Solutions specialises in counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) technology, detecting and mitigating unauthorised drones for public safety and critical infrastructure.
Analogic - Leidos SES business
A proposed joint venture will combine Analogic Corporation, controlled by Altaris Partners LLC affiliates, with Leidos, Inc.'s Security Enterprise Solutions and Industrial and General Automation businesses. This transaction in aviation security and advanced imaging will create a merged entity co-owned by Altaris and Leidos affiliates.
✅ Recently Approved
Coles – supermarket site in Coffs Harbour (NSW)
Coles Group Limited proposes to lease a site from H.A. Bachrach (Nom) Pty Ltd (part of the Bachrach Naumburger Group) within Park Beach Plaza, Coffs Harbour, NSW. This transaction involves developing a new Coles supermarket on a site previously occupied by Ritchies IGA, with an anticipated opening in September 2027.
Endeavour Group - retail liquor site in Avalon, NSW
Endeavour Group Limited acquired a leasehold interest for a new Dan Murphy's retail liquor store in Avalon, NSW. The approximately 340 square metre site was acquired from Avalon DM Pty Ltd, a special purpose vehicle. Endeavour Group operates BWS, Dan Murphy's, and ALH Hotels.
Accenture – Whalar Agency
Accenture Inc., a subsidiary of Accenture plc, will acquire 100% of the shares in Whalar Agency, a global creator and social media tech-enabled service business. This transaction sees the professional services company expand its customer-led growth and marketing capabilities with Whalar Agency's influencer marketing services and AI-enabled technology.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
Telstra – indefeasible rights over dark fibre on Tabua, Proa and Bulikula subsea cables
Telstra Group Limited subsidiaries are acquiring indefeasible rights of use over dark fibre on the Tabua, Proa, and Bulikula subsea cables. This asset acquisition, from Google LLC subsidiaries Manta Ray Solutions and Perch Infrastructure, enhances Telstra's international telecommunications services by enabling activation and resale of capacity.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
Centuria Property Funds No. 2 Limited as the responsible entity of Centuria Sydney CBD Prime Office Fund - 680 George St/50 Goulburn St
Centuria Property Funds No. 2 Limited, a Centuria Capital subsidiary, is acquiring a 50% indirect interest in Sydney CBD prime office properties at 680 George Street and 50 Goulburn Street. The transaction involves acquiring units in Latitude Landowning Trust and shares in Latitude Landowner Pty Ltd from entities associated with Brookfield Group and 680G 50G Investments Pty Ltd.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
Google Australia – indefeasible rights to use terrestrial dark fibre from Telstra
Google Australia acquired indefeasible rights to use dark fibre pairs on Telstra Corporation's terrestrial Aura Network, including associated colocation services, for a minimum 15-year term. This asset acquisition in the telecommunications sector sees Google Australia securing critical fibre optic network capacity from Telstra.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
WHP Global and G-III - Marc Jacobs
A joint venture of WHP Global (global consumer brands) and G-III Apparel Group Ltd (apparel licensing and supply) proposes to acquire all shares in Marc Jacobs Holdings, LLC. The luxury fashion label offers high-fashion apparel, handbags, cosmetics, and fragrances, with Australian wholesale and e-commerce sales.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
Bertelsmann Music Group - Concord
Bertelsmann Music Group and Concord have merged their music publishing and recording businesses. Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Axton Holdings, LLC contributed their respective music publishing and recording operations into a new holding company, New MusicCo. This transaction combines two global players in the music sector, both active in Australia.
Complete Air Supply - All Air
Complete Air Supply Pty Ltd, part of the Beijer Group, has acquired the business and assets of All Air Duct & Fittings Pty Ltd. This asset acquisition consolidates operations within the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry. Both companies supply HVAC ductware and fittings to installers in Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales.
Adbri - Eureka Concrete
Adbri Pty Ltd will acquire the ready-mix concrete and sand quarry business of Eureka Concrete (Holdings) Pty Ltd. This asset acquisition includes Eureka's operations, quarry assets, and employees in the Ballarat region. Adbri, a national supplier of cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates, expands its Victorian presence.
Oscars Group – South Terrace Hotel in Bankstown, NSW
Oscars Group, via Bankstown Central Property Pty Ltd and Oscars NSW Ops Pty Ltd, acquired the South Terrace Hotel in Bankstown, NSW. This asset acquisition from MAHF Custodian Pty Ltd and Redcape Hotel Group Pty Ltd, including freehold land, buildings, licenses, and business assets, expands Oscars Group's entertainment portfolio.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
Mitsui – Rhodes Ridge Joint Venture
Mitsui & Co., Ltd, via SPC Blue Pty Ltd, is acquiring a 15% interest in the Rhodes Ridge Joint Venture. This unincorporated joint venture holds undeveloped iron ore deposits in the Eastern Pilbara, Western Australia. Rio Tinto subsidiaries manage the venture, alongside AMB Holdings Pty Ltd and Rio Tinto.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
SAS Trustee Corporation – Australia Pacific Airport Corporation
SAS Trustee Corporation proposes to acquire additional shares in Australia Pacific Airport Corporation, which owns and operates Melbourne and Launceston Airports. This share acquisition is via a pre-emptive rights process, triggered by a Supreme Court decision regarding Dexus Capital Investment Services Pty Ltd's shares.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
Blackstone – Acacium Group
Funds advised by affiliates of Blackstone Inc., a global alternative asset manager, are acquiring more than 20% of the equity in Acacium Group Limited, a global health care and life science delivery partner. The transaction is structured as a debt-for-equity swap, converting existing debt into an equity interest.
Editor note: deal both new and approved
❌ Recently Rejected
No rejections published since last edition.
🔁 Pending Deals
Notification — Phase 1 (initial assessment)
VSA - SprayLine: submitted 6 July 2026; expected 17 Aug 2026; MN-30022 ↗
Partnered Health - Ryan Plaza Medical Services: submitted 3 July 2026; expected 14 Aug 2026; MN-15027 ↗
Allianz – certain assets of nib’s Australian travel insurance business: submitted 3 July 2026; expected 14 Aug 2026; MN-80024 ↗
Hewitt – Nolan Meats: submitted 1 July 2026; expected 12 Aug 2026; MN-35018 ↗
Vets Central – Hills Veterinary Centre: submitted 1 July 2026; expected 12 Aug 2026; MN-40017 ↗
Journey Beyond - SeaLink Rottnest: submitted 1 July 2026; expected 12 Aug 2026; MN-50011 ↗
Symal Group - Shamrock Engineering and Equipment: submitted 1 July 2026; expected 12 Aug 2026; MN-50030 ↗
Journey Beyond - Kelsian Tourism Portfolio: submitted 1 July 2026; expected 12 Aug 2026; MN-85015 ↗
KINETIC - DYSONS BUS SERVICES: submitted 30 June 2026; expected 11 Aug 2026; MN-35017 ↗
SLB – S&P Global’s Geoscience Software Portfolio: submitted 30 June 2026; expected 11 Aug 2026; MN-75027 ↗
SpaceX - Anysphere: submitted 30 June 2026; expected 11 Aug 2026; MN-85036 ↗
Amazon – Globalstar: submitted 29 June 2026; expected 10 Aug 2026; MN-50025 ↗
Stonepeak-led consortium - Estia Health: submitted 29 June 2026; expected 10 Aug 2026; MN-50026 ↗
Hapag-Lloyd - ZIM: submitted 29 June 2026; expected 10 Aug 2026; MN-65022 ↗
Midea - Residentia Group: submitted 26 June 2026; expected 7 Aug 2026; MN-01106 ↗
WSP - Geotechnical Testing and Interpretation: submitted 26 June 2026; expected 7 Aug 2026; MN-01107 ↗
OpenAI - Ona: submitted 26 June 2026; expected 7 Aug 2026; MN-90020 ↗
Sika AG - Akkim: submitted 25 June 2026; expected 6 Aug 2026; MN-40027 ↗
INNIO Group – Enerflex: submitted 25 June 2026; expected 6 Aug 2026; MN-80021 ↗
AkzoNobel - Axalta: submitted 24 June 2026; expected 5 Aug 2026; MN-50024 ↗
Autodesk - MaintainX: submitted 23 June 2026; expected 4 Aug 2026; MN-60022 ↗
Regis Resources - Vault Minerals: submitted 22 June 2026; expected 3 Aug 2026; MN-65020 ↗
Genea - Care Fertility Greenslopes: submitted 19 June 2026; expected 31 Jul 2026; MN-01104 ↗
Discovery Holiday Parks – four Breeze Holiday Parks: submitted 18 June 2026; expected 30 Jul 2026; MN-01103 ↗
Transocean - Valaris: submitted 16 June 2026; expected 28 Jul 2026; MN-25019 ↗
Calvary - Hobart Private Hospital: submitted 16 June 2026; expected 28 Jul 2026; MN-40013 ↗
Uber - Blacklane: submitted 5 June 2026; expected 20 Jul 2026; MN-20018 ↗
CVS Group – Paws at Prospect Vet and Eyes at Prospect Vet: submitted 2 June 2026; expected 21 Jul 2026; MN-70020 ↗
Heidelberg Materials Australia – construction materials business of MAAS: submitted 28 May 2026; expected 3 Aug 2026; MN-50009 ↗
Black Rhino - Club Hotel Motel Roma: submitted 21 May 2026; expected 17 Aug 2026; MN-90008 ↗
Zoetis – Neogen Genomics Business: submitted 12 May 2026; expected 23 Jul 2026; MN-05013 ↗
Notification — Phase 2 (detailed assessment)
Saipem S.p.A - Subsea7 S.A.: submitted 27 April 2026; expected 10 Nov 2026; MN-01072 ↗
Insurance Australia Group – RAC Insurance: submitted 3 March 2026; expected 23 Sep 2026; MN-65005 ↗
MicroStar Logistics - Konvoy: submitted 20 February 2026; expected 17 Aug 2026; MN-30003 ↗