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Aequo

Competition/Antitrust

Europe Guide 2026 : Ukraine


Aequo

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About

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Competition compliance remains high on the corporate agenda, emphasized by market globalization, the increased struggle between competitors and the ongoing activities of competition authorities. 

We understand these priorities and deliver an integrated competition platform that serves your needs by addressing all dimensions of antitrust related risk. We keep you aware and help you with a compliance strategy designed to minimize the risk of competition law infringements, and the costs resulting from anti-competitive behaviour.

We are committed to keeping you abreast of the latest industry trends, market dynamics and competitive factors that affect your business. Whether you are facing issues related to general competition advice or representation before Ukraine’s competition authority, we will provide you with forward-looking, business-centric and cost – effective solutions.

For more details please visit our website: https://aequo.ua/

Clients (13)

  • Apax Funds
  • British American Tobacco
  • Danone
  • NCH Capital
  • Novus
  • Apollo Global Management
  • ArcelorMittal
  • Arricano Real Estate
  • Berlin-Chemie
  • Ipsos
  • Sandoz
  • Sumitomo
  • Dragon Capital

Industries (10)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Retail
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications

Chambers Review

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Competition/Antitrust - Ukraine

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Aequo frequently assists clients from the defence sector with merger control filings. The law firm is also active in behavioural investigations, market inquiries and competition law compliance matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Aequo advised NESQOL Holding on the merger control aspects of the proposed privatisation of UMCC Titanium.

Strengths

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  • The team is made up of very thoughtful advisers, who are experienced in competition law matters and are pragmatic and solution focused.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
  • I highly appreciate the level of customer service provided by the team. I have almost always received quick and competent answers to my questions.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
  • The firm's strengths are its communication skills andcustomer orientation.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
  • The lawyers have a deep understanding of competition law and regulatory policies, a strong knowledge of relevant business and a grasp on market analysis.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
  • It is a team of highly qualified specialists who know their job well and are focused on results.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Mariya Nizhnik
    Band 1Mariya Nizhnik

    Mariya Nizhnik

    Mariya Nizhnik regularly assists clients with obtaining competition law clearance for proposed mergers and joint ventures. She is also highly regarded for her ability to act on investigations into possible abuses of dominance and sector inquiries, as well as advising on the compliance of distribution agreements.

    • She is knowledgeable and helpful.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
    • She brings the right balance of involvement, strong expertise and effective crisis management.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
    • Mariya Nizhnik provides perfect interaction and customer focus.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
  • Band 3Oleksandr Diakulych
    Band 3Oleksandr Diakulych

    Oleksandr Diakulych

    Oleksandr Diakulych assists clients with merger clearance filings, behavioural investigations and competition law compliance. He joined Aequo in the summer of 2025.

    • We appreciate his ability to understand, interpret and apply anti-monopoly rules and conditions.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope
    • His advice is clear and to the point.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at Aequo (2)

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