NORTEL trademark cancellation denied
Summary
The USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board denied Cancellation No. 92090198, filed by 2371436 Ontario Inc. against Nortel Networks Limited regarding the NORTEL trademark. The Board issued a final decision denying the cancellation without prejudice on April 3, 2026. The petition was filed on November 23, 2025.
What changed
The TTAB issued a final decision denying Cancellation No. 92090198, in which 2371436 Ontario Inc. sought cancellation of the NORTEL trademark owned by Nortel Networks Limited. The Board determined the cancellation petition was denied without prejudice to the petitioner. The decision, identified by proceeding number TTAB92090198, was issued on April 3, 2026.
For trademark owners and practitioners, this decision reinforces that TTAB cancellation proceedings are adjudicated on a case-by-case basis. Any party considering opposition or cancellation should ensure their claims are well-supported before filing, as the TTAB evaluates each proceeding on its merits. The denial without prejudice indicates the petitioner may potentially refile if new grounds become available.
Source document (simplified)
Cancellation: NORTEL
Cancellation TTAB92090198-20260403 Kind: CAN Apr 03, 2026
Abstract
BD DECISION: CAN DENIED W/O PREJ
Plaintiff: 2371436 Ontario Inc.
Defendant: Nortel Networks Limited
Mark at issue: NORTEL
Filing Date
2025-11-23
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