Transaction details
proposed acquisition by Benchmark Europe II, L.P. (“Benchmark II”) of approximately [ ] of
the issued share capital of Setanta Sport Holdings Limited (“Setanta”).
The proposed transaction involves a combination of: (a) a purchase of
existing shares and (b) a subscription for new shares.
| Economic sector | Media merger |
| TV Broadcasting | Yes |
Notification date: Friday, November 18, 2005
| Parties Involved | Business activities |
| Benchmark Europe II | It produces and operates a niche television channel dedicated to N.American sports |
| Setanta Sport | main business of the Setanta group of companies is the broadcasting of televised sporting events. |
| Murphy Brewery Ireland Ltd | |
| Clada Soft Drinks Ltd | |
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Current status |
Completed |
Preliminary investigation (Phase 1) |
Decision date: Monday, December 12, 2005
