Switzerland: Intellectual Property

Un programme pilote PPH ("Patent Prosecution Highway") va être mis en place entre l'Office européen des brevets (OEB) et l'Administration nationale chinoise de la propriété intellectuelle (CNIPA), à compter du 1er août 2026.

The European Union has comprehensively reformed its design law, establishing a modern foundation for design protection that will significantly impact Swiss companies operating in the EU market. These changes, effective July 1, 2026, affect businesses offering products, spare parts, or digital products in the EU or seeking protection there.

International arbitration has become the preferred mechanism for resolving cross-border disputes in today's global economy. What makes Switzerland one of the world's most attractive arbitral seats, and why do parties consistently choose Swiss law to govern their international contracts? This analysis explores the key advantages, institutional framework, and strategic considerations that position Switzerland as a leading center for international commercial, investment, and sports arbitration.

The Swiss Federal Patent Court has delivered a landmark ruling confirming Switzerland's role as a powerful forum for cross-border patent enforcement, establishing that claims for infringement of foreign patent designations...

Un programme pilote PPH ("Patent Prosecution Highway") va être mis en place entre l'Office européen des brevets (OEB) et l'Administration nationale chinoise de la propriété intellectuelle (CNIPA), à compter du 1er août 2026.

The Federal Council approved a completely revised Patents Ordinance on 20 May 2026. The Patents Ordinance will come into force with the amended Swiss Patents Act on 1 January 2027.

In today’s business world, brand identity is crucial for a company’s success. It represents the values, quality, and trust that customers associate with a company. But markets, trends, and target groups change, and sometimes it is not enough to maintain the existing brand image. This is where rebranding comes in - a strategic process in which a brand is given a new appearance or a new positioning.

Het Zwitserse Federale Administratieve Gerecht heeft op 29 april 2026 een relevante uitspraak gedaan over de soortgelijkheid van medische producten en diensten. Ook belicht de zaak de figuur van inburgering waaronder wordt verstaan dat een merk door intensief gebruik een groter onderscheidend vermogen kan verkrijgen.

L’arrêt rendu le 29 avril 2026 par le Tribunal administratif fédéral suisse (TAF) dans l'affaire B-6574/2025 (CF & C Finance Suisse SA et Swiss DermaCosmetics SA contre Mossad Abounahi...