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It is not hard to Google, and the answer is not surprising. http://ec.europa.eu/competition/cartels/overview/faqs_en.htm...:

"What happens to the proceeds from fines?

The amount of the fines is paid into the Community budget. The fines therefore help to finance the European Union and reduce the tax burden on individuals."



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