When the bridge bank or the asset separation are the tools applied, the transfer of the pool of assets, rights and liabilities is ordered by the resolution authority, which is entitled to transfer it back and forth several times. Pursuant to Articles 40(2)(a) and 42(2)(a) BRRD respectively, the bridge bank and the asset management vehicle must be at least partially owned by one or more public authorities, which may include the resolution authority or the resolution financing arrangement, and controlled by the resolution authority. The management of such vehicles is appointed or approved by the resolution authority; thus, the immunity provided for under Articles 40(11) and 42(12) BRRD is envisaged to shield from liability the management body or senior management of the bridge bank or the vehicle, which operate under the direction of the resolution authority.

The sale of business tool, instead, consists of a private transaction that the purchaser voluntarily enters at commercial terms. Therefore, the management of such third party purchaser is not shielded from liability. Claims, if any, may arise from the contract or company law and are not barred by the BRRD.

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