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UK IPO fees due to increase from 1 April 2026
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) has announced a forthcoming increase in its official fees across its patent, trade mark, and registered design services. Read on for details.
Celebrating 80 Years of Excellence: A Legacy Built on Innovation, Expertise and Global Impact
2026 is a momentous year in the history of Lysaght, as we celebrate our 80th anniversary this year. Learn about our story, from inception to the present day.
Supporting charities, both near and far
From Charity Day fundraising to international outreach, Lysaght celebrates a year of supporting community charities in Jersey and Cameroon.
Tanzania: ARIPO Trade Mark Designations Confirmed Invalid - National Filings Now Required
Tanzania’s Court of Appeal confirms ARIPO trade mark designations are invalid, requiring brand owners to rely on national trade mark filings.
Grenada joins the Madrid Protocol for International Trade Mark Registration
Grenada joins the Madrid Protocol on 15 March 2026, enabling streamlined international trade mark registration and expanded global protection for businesses
Zambia: New Trade Marks Act in Force - Key Changes for Brand Owners
Zambia’s newly-promulgated 2023 Trade Marks Act modernizes IP protection, with service marks and multi‑class filings now possible, Madrid Protocol alignment, and stronger enforceability.
Nepal: Updated deadlines for pending and published trade mark applications (December 2025 notice)
A further official notification concerning trade mark applications and registrations in Nepal has been issued, which affects all pending and published trade mark applications. We summarise the required actions.
Maldives – Ratification of the Trademark Act
The Maldives is on the brink of transforming its trade mark landscape. With legislation due to take effect in 2026, the country will move from common-law publication to a formal registration system for the first time in its history.
Qatar - Applications for Industrial Designs and Models can now be filed
The Intellectual Property Rights Protection Department in Qatar has officially begun accepting applications for industrial designs and models. Read our article to find out more.
Maldives prepares for a new era of trade mark protection in 2026
The Maldives is on the brink of transforming its trade mark landscape. With legislation due to take effect in 2026, the country will move from common-law publication to a formal registration system for the first time in its history.
Nepal - Suspension of prior notice issued by the Department of Industry
A recent official notification concerning trade mark applications and registrations in Nepal, which required action to be taken to file outstanding documents, has now been suspended until further notice.
Continuity and commitment: Michelle’s 50 years at Lysaght
In July this year, our colleague and friend Michelle Boyes celebrated 50 years of working at Lysaght. Continuity and stability are at the heart of what clients value, and Michelle’s 50 years stand as an extraordinary example of that.
Understanding the nuances of patent annuity payments around the world
The payment of patent renewal fees is critical to ensure that global patent protection is maintained, but the requirements and practices differ widely across jurisdictions of the world. Our guide takes you through the key points to note pertaining to the payment of these fees.
AIPPI 2025 World Congress – Yokohama
Richard Stilwell recently represented Lysaght at the AIPPI 2025 World Congress in Yokohama, Japan.
CITMA Paralegal Conference 2025 - London
Tatiana Despres and Zoë Molloy recently attended the CITMA Paralegal Conference in London, and enjoyed the opportunity to learn about issues of particular relevance to their role as paralegals, as well as to meet and network with peers and industry experts.
Kirsten Ozouf joins the team!
Kirsten has recently joined the Lysaght team, bringing with her some valuable prior IP experience. Kirsten is now managing a diverse portfolio of countries in the Trade Mark Department.
Nepal - Procedural updates concerning trade mark cases – Immediate action required
There have been some important procedural updates concerning trade mark applications and registrations in Nepal, following a notice issued by the Department of Industries of Nepal (“DOI”) on 19 August 2025, and subsequent clarifications received from Registry officials.
We summarise the key developments and recommended actions.
Tanzania introduces mandatory trade mark recordal for imported goods
Tanzania has announced the implementation of a mandatory trade mark recordal system for all goods imported into mainland Tanzania. This system, set to take effect on 1 December 2025, mirrors similar initiatives in other jurisdictions, most notably its neighbour Kenya’s Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) recordal regime.
Zanzibar: Significant fee increases for IP services now in effect
Zanzibar has increased IP fees by up to 300%, effective 11 August 2025. Changes apply retrospectively to pending and new applications. Find out what steps to take now.
Bermuda finally implements new Trade Marks Act 2023
We are pleased to announce that the new Trade Marks Act 2023 has finally come into force on 01 August 2025. Read our article for more details.