Statement of preliminary issues available for Christchurch International Airport Limited's clearance application to acquire Craddocks Car Storage
The Commerce Commission has published a statement of preliminary issues relating to an application received from Christchurch International Airport Limited on 7 December 2010 seeking clearance to acquire Craddocks Car Storage.
The statement of preliminary issues outlines the key competition issues the Commission currently considers will be important in deciding whether to grant clearance. The Commission’s statement of preliminary issues and the public version of the application can be accessed on the Commission’s website at www.comcom.govt.nz/clearances-
The Commission invites submissions from parties who consider that they have information relevant to the Commission’s consideration of this matter. Submissions can be sent to registrar@comcom.govt.nz with the reference Christchurch International Airport/Craddocks in the subject line of your email or to PO Box 2351, Wellington 6140 by Wednesday 22 December 2010.
Background
Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) is majority owned by Christchurch City Council. CIAL operates Christchurch International Airport as well as numerous non-aviation businesses, including airport parking services.
Craddocks Car Storage, owned and operated by PMW 2000 Limited, runs a secure car storage facility supplying parking and other value-added services to users of Christchurch International Airport. These value-added services include valet, on-site vehicle grooming, vehicle servicing and warrant of fitness, re-fuelling and panel and paint repairs.