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Uruguay introduces new rules for Geographical Indications and Appellations of Origin
Uruguay has modernised its Geographical Indication and Appellation of Origin legislation, providing greater clarity for rights holders. Rights holders should review their portfolios to assess the potential impact of these changes. Contact us for advice or assistance with protecting your rights in Uruguay.
Saudi Arabia strengthens GCC trade mark protection with Madrid System accession
Saudi Arabia has announced its accession to the Madrid Protocol. Once this treaty enters into force there on 8 October 2026, brand owners will be able to benefit from the simplified process of obtaining trade mark protection in Saudi Arabia via an international application.
Protecting your IP in Gaza: Trade Mark Office resumes key services
The Gaza Trade Mark Office has begun a phased return to operations after an extended period of disruption arising from the regional situation. The Office is now once again handling new trade mark applications, renewals, publications, and recordals.
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.
Bermuda: Continued delays to enforcement of new Trade Mark Act
The enforcement date for Bermuda’s new Trade Marks Act has been pushed back again, with implementation now expected in May or later. Until then, the old legislation remains in effect. We’ll share updates as more information becomes available.
Bermuda: Further delays to the new Trade Marks Act
The enforcement date for Bermuda’s new Trade Marks Act has been delayed once again, with 1 April 2025 now being considered as the potential start date. However, this remains unconfirmed, and the existing legislation will continue to apply until the new law is officially enacted.
Bermuda: Update on crucial changes to the Trade Marks Act
We are pleased to report that the Bermuda Registry General has now issued an Industry Notice confirming that the new Trade Marks Act has been approved by the Bermudan Parliament.
Uganda – New Trade Mark Regulations
Some new trade mark regulations came into force in Uganda on 2 February 2024 which, inter alia, have introduced the requirement that trade marks and notices be published in the Uganda Gazette, as was the case pre-2021.
Change is on its way for trade marks in Bermuda
New Trade Mark laws, namely the Trade Marks Act 2023 and Trade Marks and Service Marks Regulations Amendment and Validation Act 2023, received royal assent in Bermuda on 13 October 2023. However, a date is yet to be set for the enactment of the legislation.