EU Trademark Directive 2015

The EU Trademark Directive 2015, also known as the Trademarks Directive, was adopted by the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on December 16, 2015. It aimed to harmonise and modernise the trademark laws across the EU member states. This directive introduced several key changes to the existing trademark framework.

Harmonisation and modernisation: The directive sought to align and update national trademark laws within the EU member states to ensure consistency and effectiveness in trademark protection.

Terminology and definitions: The directive introduced new definitions and updated terminology, including the definition of a trademark, distinguishing marks, and certification marks.

Enhanced protection: It strengthened the protection of trademarks by expanding the scope of what can be registered as a trademark, including non-traditional marks like sounds, motion marks, and multimedia marks.

Counterfeit goods: The directive addressed the issue of counterfeit goods by introducing measures to prevent the transit of infringing goods through the EU territory.

Streamlined registration procedures: It aimed to simplify and streamline trademark registration procedures, making it more accessible and efficient for applicants.

Cooperation and coordination: The directive emphasised the need for enhanced cooperation and coordination between national intellectual property offices within the EU.

The EU Trademark Directive 2015 was implemented by EU member states into their national laws, adapting and incorporating the provisions of the directive into their respective trademark legislation. This directive played a crucial role in harmonising and updating trademark laws within the EU, promoting a more efficient and consistent trademark system across member states.
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