India has accepted its first smell trade mark for advertisement, a rose-scented tyre mark by Sumitomo. This milestone opens the door for broader protection of non-traditional trade marks.
Boult’s team meets talented students across the UK, raising awareness of careers in intellectual property and encouraging STEM and legal minds to shape the future of innovation.
From B-Corp certified Thrive in London to Fairtrade beans in Reading and ethical small-batch roasters in Cambridge, Boult prioritises great coffee with a lighter footprint.
Can using a designer’s name mislead consumers? Not always. AG says only clear, intentional misuse risks trade mark revocation in the PMJC v Castelbajac fashion law clash.
Boult has been included in Band 1 by Chambers and Partners UK for both Patents and Trade Marks in its 2026 ranking.
EUIPO upheld opposition to ‘Joker Reels’ by Granini France’s ‘JOKER +’. Decision stresses mark distinctiveness can't be dismissed solely due to broad goods descriptions.
CJEU clarifies Registered EU Designs (REUD) can claim priority from PCT apps, but must file within 6 months. Validity of priority claims from PCTs with earlier patents remains uncertain.
The UPC’s competence over pending European patent applications remains unclear - but the impact on opt-outs could be significant. We explore risks, rules and practical takeaways for applicants.
In the final part of our mini-series, Boult’s green tech team shares five key IP tips for start-ups to protect, develop and finance their innovations effectively and affordably.
Boult is thrilled to be recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, especially for our strong staff wellbeing and retention culture, supported by our dedicated Wellness Team.
In G1/23, the EPO Enlarged Board confirmed that marketed products and related public technical info form prior art - even if reproduction is complex or not feasible pre-filing.
PAN 1/25, effective 27 June 2025, introduces a new UK IPO examination practice post-SkyKick, targeting overly broad or vague trade mark applications and aiming to curb bad faith filings.
Rachel Conroy shares insights on her 18-year journey at Boult, leading its award-winning trade mark team, embracing challenges like Brexit, and valuing team fit, growth, and clear communication.
The UPC has been open for two years. We bust common myths and misconceptions about the Unified Patent Court and Unitary Patent system, with practical insights and updates from our experts.
CAIP2 confirms AI-created works lack US copyright unless there's identifiable human input. Prompts alone don’t qualify - yet. UK also weighs how to protect AI-involved content.
AI is reshaping food tech—from disease detection in crops to personalised nutrition and smart packaging. Innovation is booming, and IP protection is key as patent filings rise across the sector.
This International Women in Engineering Day, we share perspectives from two of our engineers on their career paths and what excites them about working in IP and engineering.
G1/24 clarifies claim interpretation under the EPC, confirming that the description and drawings must always be consulted - an important shift in EPO practice.
In G1/24, the EPO Enlarged Board ruled that claims must always be interpreted in light of the description and drawings when assessing patentability, even if the claims appear clear on their own.
The UPC’s Court of First Instance confirms the EPO’s problem-and-solution approach as the main method for assessing inventive step, ensuring consistency and legal certainty across Europe.
In Alice Ltd v Photogram, the High Court upheld ALICE's trade mark, confirming infringement and dismissing revocation. A reminder: even modest, well-documented use can protect broad rights.
The EU's AI Continent Action Plan aims to make Europe a global AI leader by enhancing infrastructure, expanding data access, fostering talent, and building a strong regulatory framework.
The UPC now has confirmed authority over pre-UPCA infringements, even during opt-out periods. This landmark decision reshapes jurisdiction expectations.
As UK green tech patents surge, a talent gap threatens progress. Boult helps innovators protect ideas, access funding, and turn sustainable vision into reality with smart IP strategies.
This part of our green tech funding series covers the UK Patent Box—a scheme offering 10% corporation tax on profits from patented IP. Learn eligibility, timing, income types, and R&D credit links.
INTA 2026 is coming to London. We've produced a handy guide to help you with your planning including where to stay and eat.
EPO decision T1553/22 rejects a patent on human-pig chimeras, citing ethical concerns under Article 53(a) EPC due to risks to human dignity from pluripotent stem cell use.
Daryl Penny shares insights on EPO oppositions, UPC litigation, team strategy, and career advice from 23+ years in patents. A must-read for those navigating European IP law.
The UPC's 7-year transitional period (2023–2030) allows opt-outs of “classical” European patents from UPC jurisdiction. After 2030, opt-out ends, UPC gains full control unless already opted out.
The article explores how smart packaging is revolutionizing the food and beverage industry through sustainable materials, freshness tech, interactive features, and improved tracking and security.
The CJEU clarifies SPC Regulation Article 3, ruling on combination products and basic patent protection, aligning with the AG’s opinion but leaving interpretation of "invention" under Article 3(a) open.
The EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has released details of its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and its current use of AI
Discover UK R&D funding for green tech beyond IP, including UKRI grants, Innovate UK competitions, Catapult schemes, KTPs, and DASA support for defence-related innovations.
Case Overview In this Court of Appeal case ([2025] EWCA Civ 374), Safestand successfully appealed a High Court ruling that their designs
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Globally, patent protection for polymorphs continues to evolve, with different jurisdictions applying nuanced (and often inconsistent) tests for patentability. Here, we intend
This article provides a brief explanation of a “licence of right”, both in respect of a UK national or EP(UK) patent (via
An updated version of the European Patent Office’s guidelines came into force on April 1st 2025. There are some interesting changes related
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) has recently produced its first annual report, for 2024. The report provides an overview of the Court,
Food & beverage innovations can be patented through unique formulations & processes. Boult provides expert patent drafting to protect your ideas effectively.
The UPC ruling highlights the importance of timely action for provisional measures, stressing quick evidence gathering and adherence to procedural rules for patent claims.
We are pleased to announce that Boult has been ranked as a Recommend Patent Firm by JUVE Patent in its Patent Filing
Oral proceedings before the Enlarged Board of Appeal (G1/24) were held on 28 March 2025, to discuss the extent to which the
Updated guidelines issued by the European Patent Office (EPO) have come into force today, 1st April 2025. The EPO annually update their guidelines
Dr Michelle Pratt in conversation with Barbara Niemann Fadani, Attorney-at-Law from Boult’s Munich office. MP: Hi Barbara, thank you for taking the
We are pleased to announce that Matt Ridley, Partner, has been appointed President of the British Group of UNION-IP. UNION-IP is an
We are thrilled that Boult has been featured as a highly recommended firm in the World IP Review – UK Trade Mark Rankings
Friday 21 March is the UN International Day of Forests and, to celebrate the day, Boult will be planting and donating trees.
We didn’t think the existing brand projected who this firm was anymore. A lot of things have changed since the launch of
We are delighted to announce that Dr Naomi Stevens has joined the partnership of Boult, effective 1 May 2024. Naomi joined Boult
We are proud that two of our partnership have been recognised this year by World Intellectual Property Review for their accomplishments in
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) has recently released updated details of the case load of the Court* since it commenced operations in
On the 1 June 2023, the Unified Patent Court (UPC) opened its doors for business and some of the first customers were
After years in the planning, the Unified Patent Court (UPC) opened its doors for business on 1 June 2023, also bringing an
Jo Pelly, Partner, wrote recently about the Unified Patent Court’s division of work between its Central Divisions in the article: UPC Central Divisions
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) has a complicated Court structure, including a Court of First Instance made up of Central, Local and
After years of uncertainty in the timeline of the Unified Patent Court (UPC), it has just been announced that Germany will ratify
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) have today announced that the start of the Sunrise Period for the new UPC is being delayed
As we wait to see if the previously indicated start date for the sunrise period of the opening of the #UnifiedPatentCourt is
The Preparatory team for the Unified Patent Court (UPC) has just issued an ‘implementation roadmap’ outlining the key activities and milestones of
A few months into the Provisional Application Phase, the Unified Patent Court (UPC) is definitely gaining momentum. Judges are being interviewed and
The Provisional Application Phase (PAP) of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) has finally started! Austria deposited their ratification of the PAP-Protocol on
The new Unified Patent Court (UPC) is expected to open its doors in late 2022 or early 2023. The UPC will be
We’ve known for a while that the Unified Patent Court (UPC) was getting closer to becoming a reality after a very bumpy
The UPC Preparatory Committee met on 27 October 2021, and it seems that preparations for the Unified Patent Court (UPC) are warming
The European Unitary Patent is slowly entering the home straight. The Federal Constitutional Court in Germany rejected the constitutional complaint against the
The Unified Patent Court (UPC) reminds me of a soap opera story line where you are always wondering if two particular characters
It was recently announced that the UK has notified the European Council that it has withdrawn its ratification of the Unified Patent
In a further blow for the Unified Patent Court(UPC), the German constitutional court has today announced that the German ratification of the
As 2019 drew to a close, a statement was issued by the Chairman of the UPC Preparatory Committee, Alexander Ramsay. As well
