State aid

EU rules on state aid are many, complex and ever-changing. Violation of the rules may have grave consequences for the authorities and businesses involved. The rules have major practical impact on nearly all sectors and apply to all types of public initiatives directly or indirectly involving public funds. Accordingly, when authorities, public enterprises, etc. want to implement a new initiative, it is essential that they ensure as early on in the process as possible that implementation is in compliance with EU state aid rules.

We provide assistance with all types of state aid challenges

We assist authorities, public enterprises, etc. with any challenge they may face in relation to state aid – from A to Z. We have a quick turnaround on answers to specific questions, we plan screenings of the specific branches of jurisprudence and areas of activity relevant to authorities and public enterprises, we provide guidance on how to structure new initiatives and assist with solutions in the event of potential violations, and we conduct complaints proceedings and lawsuits for you in the event of a dispute.

In addition to in-depth technical expertise in the field of state aid, efficient handling of state aid challenges faced by public-sector players often requires thorough practical understanding of political and EU bureaucratic processes. We provide risk analyses and, as a natural part of our advisory services, maintain close contact with the EU and provide assistance in negotiations with the European Commission.

From clarification and structuring to contact and litigation

Our services include:

• Interpretation and application of all aspects of EU state aid rules
• Assessment of whether new initiatives involve state aid
• Structuring initiatives to ensure that they are not in contravention of EU state aid rules
• Handling complaints of illegal state aid, including participating in negotiations with the European Commission
• Notifying the European Commission of state aid
• Conducting lawsuits before the Danish courts of law and the courts of law of the EU

Contact Denmark’s most experienced team of state aid specialists

Prevent state aid challenges from becoming a hindrance to political intentions and agreements or avoid that the European Commission orders you to repay illegal state aid. Contact us to check whether your administration is in compliance with state aid rules.
We make sure that you do not overlook state aid risks and ensure that you make progress in the areas that are most important.