Brussels, 08/10/2007 (Agence Europe) - On 5 October 2007, the European Commission cleared the planned acquisition of Magirus EID, the infrastructure arm of the German Magirus Group, by Avnet Inc of the US. Magirus EID distributes technology infrastructure products of the Magirus Group, such as servers, storage systems and middleware products. Avnet distributes electronic components, computer products and technology services. The Commission was concerned about potential horizontal overlaps due to Avnet's Technology Solutions division's presence on the same markets but its examination revealed that the overlaps were limited and would not impede effective competition. The Commission concluded that the deal would not significantly impede effective competition in the European Economic Area. (cd)