Common Gateway for Applications
An easy and efficient way to access the European Trade Mark and Design Network.
e-Learning for SMEs
Concise and easy IP e-learning for SMEs
TMclass
Trade mark classification tool
IP Enforcement Portal
The single EU platform to deal with IPR enforcement matters
TMview
Trade mark search tool
CP2. Convergence of Class Headings
Reach a common interpretation on the Nice Class Headings (project closed)
Implemented in 2014
CP1. Harmonisation on Trade Marks Classification Practice of G&S
Creating a common classification database and practice (project closed)
Common User Satisfaction Survey
Harmonised survey system for IP Offices
CP4 – Scope of Protection of Black and White (B&W) Marks
Trade marks exclusively in black, white and/or shades of grey (project closed)
DesignView
Registered designs search tool
CESTO
A common support tool for examiners
Implemented in 2015
CP5. Relative Grounds – Likelihood of Confusion (Impact of non-distinctive/weak components)
The objective of this project is to harmonize the different interpretations on how to deal with non-distinctive/weak components of trade marks in the context of the examination of relative grounds for refusal (likelihood of confusion) (project closed)
CP3. Absolute Grounds - Figurative Marks
Harmonize the different interpretations