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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.
Lysaght gains another two green belts
For the second year running, Lysaght has participated in the Business Improvement Programme, led by Brian Butler and Jersey Business. Delegates Wilfried Schreder and Tatiana Despres have earned Green Belt Certification from the International Lean Six Sigma Institute, demonstrating their commitment to operational excellence.
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.