Goodbye OHIM, hello EUIPO
On Wednesday 23 March 2016 a large part of the changes provided for in
the Amending Regulation took effect. Thus, what was formerly the Community
trade mark (CTM) is now called the European Union trade mark (EUTM), while OHIM
has similarly changed its name to the European Union Intellectual Property
Office (EUIPO).
However, while we may therefore bid OHIM rest in peace and wish
long life to the EUIPO, the amendments to the EU trade mark system are not
merely cosmetic.
As may be seen from this circular.
Thank you, OHIM, for your service! Welcome, EUIPO – excited for a new chapter in intellectual property protection!
ReplyDeleteCSIR NET LIFE SCIENCES
Interesting update—this really highlights how regulatory frameworks evolve over time. I was recently exploring renewable energy thesis topics, and it made me think about how similar institutional and legal changes play a crucial role in shaping innovation, sustainability policy, and cross-border initiatives in the energy sector too.
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