CCPC clears Circle K/Pelco deal with binding commitments
Circle K holds a large share in the retail sale of motor fuels in Artane and Coolock in north Dublin, far greater than any remaining supplier there
Print9 July 2025
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has recently cleared the proposed acquisition of eight Pelco-operated, Texaco-branded service stations in Dublin and Meath by Circle K, subject to certain legally-binding commitments.
Pelco operates thirteen Texaco-branded service stations, nine of which were originally included in the transaction.
Circle K is the largest service station operator in the State, with over 400 Circle K-branded stations across the State.
CCPC investigation
An in-depth investigation by the CCPC found that while competition would not be substantially lessened in most areas as a result of the transaction, potential issues could arise in certain parts of north Dublin.
Circle K holds a large share in the retail sale of motor fuels in Artane and Coolock in north Dublin, far greater than any remaining supplier there.
If the transaction went ahead as proposed, Circle K’s share would increase significantly.
After extensive engagement between the CCPC and both parties, commitments were proposed to address the CCPC’s competition concerns.
Circle K has agreed not to proceed with the acquisition of the Pelco service station in Coolock as part of the deal and to divest the Circle K service station at 9 Beaumont Road, Dublin 9, to another operator under a long-term lease arrangement.
Following the investigation and in light of the legally-binding commitments made by Circle K, the CCPC has concluded that the transaction will not result in a substantial lessening of competition.
An independent monitoring trustee will be appointed to ensure Circle K complies with the agreed commitments.
The trustee will have all the rights and powers necessary to monitor compliance.
The CCPC will publish the full decision on its website within 60 working days, following redaction of confidential information.
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