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ESA Closes Investigation into Alleged Market Sharing in the Retail Pharmaceutical Market
The EFTA Surveillance Authority (ESA) has decided to close its investigation into alleged market sharing in the retail pharmaceutical market relating to the activities of Lyfjaval ehf.
4 November 2026Two Merger Clearances Obtained in Phase I and Continued Involvement in Significant Transactions
We are proud to have advised Umbúðamiðlun ehf. on its acquisition of the business operations of 1990 ehf., a transaction that was recently cleared unconditionally by the Icelandic Competition Authority in Phase I. We also recently had the pleasure of advising Drangar on its acquisition of Brauð & Co., one of Iceland’s most recognized and strongest brands in the artisanal bakery market. Through this transaction, Drangar added a well-established and highly respected company to its portfolio, marking an important step in the group’s continued growth and development.
19 October 2026Competition Appeals Committee Overturns Competition Authority Fine Against Landsvirkjun
The Competition Appeals Committee today issued a ruling overturning the Competition Authority’s decision to impose an administrative fine of ISK 1.4 billion on Landsvirkjun. The case has been referred back to the Competition Authority for reconsideration. Jonsson & Hall represented Landsvirkjun in the proceedings.
15 October 2026Jonsson & Hall advised Héðinn on VEX Investment
Jonsson & Hall advised Héðinn in connection with a VEX investment, as a private equity fund managed by VEX has agreed to subscribe for newly issued shares corresponding to a 34% ownership stake in Héðinn Eignarhaldsfélag ehf., the parent company of Héðinn hf. We congratulate Guðmundur Sveinsson, Halldór Lárusson, Eðvarð Ingi Björgvinsson, and all of Héðinn’s employees on this milestone. We would also like to thank VEX and the buyer’s advisors, LOGOS and Deloitte, for their excellent cooperation.
7 October 2026Mörkin advises Malbikstöðin on the sale of the company
Styrkás hf. has signed an agreement to acquire all share capital in Malbikstöðin ehf., together with the company's sites at Esjumelar. Jonsson & Hall provided legal advice to the seller, a company owned by Vilhjálmur Þór Matthíasson, in connection with the transaction.
30 September 2026SCG Legal Annual Meeting
Representatives of Jonsson & Hall recently attended the SCG Legal Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., alongside lawyers from around the world. At the meeting, Gunnar Jónsson stepped down as the firm's Voting Representative after 28 years and received the organization's "Above and Beyond" award. Peter Dalmay has taken over the role from Gunnar.
23 September 2026Jonsson & Hall recognized by Creditinfo as an outstanding company for the 17th consecutive year
We are proud to be among the select few companies that have been included on Creditinfo’s list of Outstanding Companies since its inception, and at the same time the only law firm in Iceland to have received this recognition for all seventeen consecutive years. We are deeply grateful for the trust our clients and partners have placed in us over the years, and we look forward to continuing to provide high-quality, reliable, and personalized legal services in the years to come.
15 July 2026Jonsson & Hall featured in the 2026 edition of Global Competition Review's Market Review: Cartels
We're pleased to see our firm featured in the 2026 edition of Global Competition Review's Market Review: Cartels. Partner Peter Dalmay contributed the Iceland chapter, highlighting the willingness of the Icelandic Competition Authority to pursue cartel risks in less predictable corners of the economy.
2 July 2026Jonsson & Hall contributed to INSOL Europe's latest insolvency update
INSOL Europe's latest insolvency update provides a valuable overview of recent trends in Iceland.
25 June 2026Jonsson & Hall leads representation in Suðurlandsbraut planning matter
Jonsson & Hall represented property owners on Suðurlandsbraut in connection with a planning proposal and the proposed Borgarlína development.