The publication formalities provided for in article R. 322-85, with the exception of those concerning the decision to approve the operation by the general meeting of the new company, and in articles R. 322-86 to R. 322-88 are applicable to merger operations. Where the merged companies have issued bonds, redeemable equity securities or subordinated debt securities under the conditions set out in article L. 322-2-1, they shall also amend the entries in the Trade and Companies Register.
The merger becomes effective against third parties as from the completion of all the formalities provided for in the first paragraph.