US: Competition 'monitor' to oversee Coca-Cola Co acquisition
By just-drinks.com editorial team | 14 October 2010
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has appointed a 'monitor' to ensure The Coca-Cola Co protects the trademark rights of Dr Pepper Snapple Group (DPSG) following the acquisition of Coca-Cola Enterprises in North America.
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has appointed a 'monitor' to ensure The Coca-Cola Co protects the trademark rights of Dr Pepper Snapple Group (DPSG) following the acquisition of Coca-Cola Enterprises in North America.

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