With the special participation of a guest from the EUIPO
On April 1, 2003, the EUIPO opened its doors to the registration of community designs, marking a radical shift in the management of these assets in Europe. Today, it stands as one of the European Union’s greatest success stories.
Just over twenty years later, in 2024, the European Union approved the most significant reform ever undertaken in its design protection system, aiming to modernize and harmonize existing legislation. This is a highly relevant development, not only for the “community design,” which will now be referred to as the “EU design,” but also for the global landscape, as it is now one of the four most widely used design registration systems worldwide.
On Thursday, May 1, the most significant phase of system changes will come into effect, including, among others:
· Expansion of design and product definitions
· Establishment of the repair clause
· Strengthened protection against unauthorized reproductions
· Simplification of fees and procedures
· Changes in renewal periods and fees taking effect Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about these changes from the EUIPO and our experts in the field of design
 Irina Sotirova IP Specialist Legal Department EUIPO |  Marta Tolón Trademarks Director ClarkeModet España |
