Investigative services from the Competition Authority carried out unannounced search and seizure operations targeting several companies operating within the landscaping services industry on September 24, 2026. The raids were authorized by a judge of freedoms and detention following suspicions of anti-competitive practices within the sector.
In an official statement released on September 25, 2026, the general rapporteur of the Competition Authority emphasized that these unexpected site visits do not prejudge the guilt of any entity involved. Guilt or wrongdoing can only be established after a thorough and complete investigation confirms that anti-competitive behavior took place.
To protect the ongoing inquiry and respect the presumption of innocence, the regulator declined to disclose the specific identities of the businesses targeted or the precise nature of the alleged practices.
The public disclosure of the raid serves a dual administrative purpose: it ensures transparency while informing other industry players about the action. By issuing a prompt announcement without naming specific firms, the Authority provides unannounced businesses an equal opportunity to evaluate their position and potentially apply for the regulator’s leniency program if necessary.
