The privatization calendar will be extended to allow time for antitrust authorities to clear the deal.

In June, private freight railway operator Grup Feroviar Roman (GFR) won an auction to take over 51% of CFR Marfa, offering EUR202 million.

Competition Council president Bogdan Chiritoiu said last week the antitrust body would require additional information from GFR and expected to clear the privatization deal as soon as possible. He added, however, that the law allows antitrust authorities five months to make a decision.