DPMA annual figures for 2024: considerable increase in patent applications from Germany German Patent and Trade Mark Office saw more inventions of German companies and research institutions than in the previous year – automotive as the dominant industry in the patent…
DPMAnutzerforum 2025: creating the framework conditions for a catch-up race in new technologies At its key annual event, the German Patent and Trade Mark Office presents an analysis of patent applications concerning digital technologies – after falling behind for…
"Feel the beat of IP": DPMA celebrates World Intellectual Property Day 'World IP Day' on 26 April focuses on music - DPMA President: "Intellectual property rights and copyright are the basis for a lively music scene" - Almost 600 inventions relating to musical…
DPMA Annual Report 2024: Sharp rise in patent applications from Germany on renewable energies Germany among the leaders in published patent applications in solar technology and wind power - DPMA President: Protected innovations important factor for achieving climate…
‘Concentrated expertise on industrial property protection’ President of the German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) welcomes newly appointed members of the DPMA User Advisory Council as the central advisory body of the DPMA: ‘Intellectual property is of utmost…
Enjoy your vacation — say no to fakes! DPMA President Eva Schewior warns against buying counterfeit products on vacation - Penalties for buying counterfeits in street shops - Brand and product piracy causes immense damage - German customs seized counterfeit goods…
Boom in investments in research, software and intellectual property Intangible investment is increasing, investment in tangible assets is stagnating: Study by the World Intellectual Property Organisation draws a mixed conclusion for Germany - DPMA President:…
Artificial intelligence, examiner exchange and IT cooperation The delegations of Germany and WIPO with Director General Daren Tang (5th from left) and DPMA President Eva Schewior (3rd from left) DPMA leadership meets partner offices at international level at the…
"Further strengthening the DPMA's expertise" Minister Dr Hubig (3rd from left), State Secretary Schmierer (3rd from right) and BMJV Head of Dept. Dr Meyer-Seitz (right) with the DPMA management Federal Minister of Justice Dr Stefanie Hubig emphasises the importance…
Intellectual property: Free advice for SMEs and start-ups nationwide German Patent and Trade Mark Office and Association of German patent information centres announce PIZnet Action Week (PIZnet-Aktionswoche) in September – recognising and seizing opportunities…