Trade Mark Decision O/0263/26 - Revocation Grounds
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The UK Intellectual Property Office issued a trade mark decision (O/0263/26) on March 26, 2026, concerning revocation grounds related to genuine use and variant forms of marks. The decision was made by Hearing Officer Mr Oliver Rose'Meyer.
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This document is a trade mark decision from the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) regarding the revocation of trade marks Easy (Figurative), Easy2Trace (Figurative), and Easy4Pro (Figurative) under decision number O/0263/26. The grounds for revocation considered were proof of use, specifically concerning genuine use and the use of variant forms of the marks. The decision was issued on March 26, 2026, by Hearing Officer Mr Oliver Rose'Meyer.
This decision is relevant for parties involved in trade mark disputes concerning revocation and proof of use in the UK. Compliance officers should note the specific criteria applied by the UKIPO regarding genuine use and variant forms of marks, as this may impact ongoing or future trade mark portfolio management and enforcement strategies. No immediate compliance actions are required for entities not directly involved in this specific case, but it serves as an example of UKIPO's approach to revocation proceedings.
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BL Number O/0263/26 Decision date 26 March 2026 Hearing Officer Mr Oliver Rose'Meyer Mark Easy (Figurative), Easy2Trace (Figurative) & Easy4Pro (Figurative) Classes 09, 35, 38, 39, 42 Grounds
- Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use
- Revocation / Proof of Use - Variant forms of marks - use with matter added or subtracted Return to Trade mark decisions search
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