Commerce Commission To File Proceedings Against Foodstuffs North Island And Gilmours, Alleging Cartel Conduct
The Commerce Commission will file proceedings against Foodstuffs North Island and Gilmours for alleged cartel conduct and Grocery Industry Competition Act breaches. They allegedly pressured a supplier to reroute business through them, obstructing direct sales to a hospitality customer. The Commission believes this behavior is anti-competitive and violates the Grocery Supply Code, harming consumers and fair competition.
