Following an in-depth investigation, the antitrust authority concluded that Sun Wave Pharma SRL exerted pressure on manufacturer Geltec Private Ltd. in order to stop the delivery of dietary supplements to Bleu Pharma SRL, its competitor on the Romanian market.
“We have prohibited Sun Wave Pharma SRL from using such practices, as they go against fair business conduct and negatively impact the business environment, destabilizing market players,” stated Bogdan Chirițoiu, President of the Competition Council.
Additionally, based on the decision of the competition authority, the affected company, Bleu Pharma SRL, may take the matter to court to seek compensation.
The investigation was launched in 2024 following a complaint submitted by Bleu Pharma SRL, and included an unannounced inspection at the headquarters of Sun Wave Pharma SRL.
According to Law no. 11/1991 on combating unfair competition, in cases of commercial practices that violate fair conduct and the general principle of good faith and that cause or may cause harm to competitors, the Competition Council can impose measures to prohibit such practices and issue a decision based on which a court may grant compensation to the company harmed by unfair competition practices.