Financial Assistance – overseas IP filings
The Commonwealth Government’s Export Market Development Grant is an important scheme for Australian businesses who are looking to export their products and services. Under the scheme, a wide range of expenditure is subsidised, including intellectual property expenses.
EU TM Official Fee Reduction
More good news for clients wanting to apply for trademarks and designs in the European Union: a massive reduction in official fees.
Community Trademarks (CTM)
There are two main options for securing trademark protection in Europe, each with its own advantages and disadvantages: (a) Country-by-country registrations, or (b) the “Community Trade Mark” (CTM). This article explains the main differences.