In a ruling that will have significant implications for trademark owners and would-be infringers, the Intellectual Property High Court of Kuala Lumpur has broadened the concept of “use in the course of trade” to include goods in transit.
Rouse lawyers break down the reasons for a surge in counterfeit automotive parts in Southeast Asia and discuss how brand owners can tackle the growing problem.
As Hong Kong is a strategic hub for shipping counterfeit goods, rights holders must be vigilant when it comes to policing the market for infringement. Open communication with customs is proving the most efficient way to safeguard their brand against counterfeiters, as operations at the border are renowned for their efficiency.
IP crime amounts to 2.5% of world trade, and the rise of online marketplaces has only made it easier for unauthorised sellers to profit from counterfeit goods. A mass targeted enforcement trial in Türkiye has proven effective at resolving cases quickly, but it remains to be seen whether this strategy could be implemented in other jurisdictions.
24 June 2024
Dubai Customs is working with brand owners on a recycling initiative for seized counterfeit goods, in an effort to help protect the environment.
18 June 2024
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