With a start date of 1 June 2023, the Unified Patent Court (UPC) continues to be one of the hottest topics in Belgium and across Europe. While uncertainty surrounding the full impact of the UPC remains, the nation’s patent professionals have been preparing for its implementation for a significant length...

Read more

With a start date of 1 June 2023, the Unified Patent Court (UPC) continues to be one of the hottest topics in Belgium and across Europe. While uncertainty surrounding the full impact of the UPC remains, the nation’s patent professionals have been preparing for its implementation for a significant length of time. Many have strengthened their international networks as a result, and eagerly anticipate the inevitable new opportunities that the UPC will bring. The IP community in Belgium has also reported an uptick in trade secrets cases, an area of law that is swiftly growing across the world. 

Show less