Focus Industry
The processing industry is a highly diverse segment of the Dutch economy. Its importance is considerable, because a cartel at this level will directly affect how prices of other consumer products are formed. Various markets are characterized by high levels of concentration and by homogenous products – two indicators of an increased risk of competition-restrictive violations. The NMa has found several violations in this industry in the past already, including cartels in the concrete and swimming pool chemicals industries. Furthermore, processing industries in other countries are attracting much attention as well.
