Kpler buys Spire Maritime for $241M, raising concerns over data access and market dominance.

Kpler, a French maritime data analytics company, plans to acquire Spire Maritime for $241 million, gaining control of its satellite data crucial for oil traders and shipping companies. Some Spire customers fear they could lose access to vital data, raising antitrust concerns. This deal, part of Kpler's acquisition spree, could solidify its dominance in the maritime data market, potentially impacting pricing and innovation.

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