IP arising in the packaging industry

Packaging innovations and IP

Ahead of the Packaging Innovations & Empack exhibition, Nathaniel Taylor takes a look at the forms of Intellectual Property (IP) typically arising in the packaging industry and the boundaries between the different forms of protection that might be available.

Stripe Wars

Thom Browne Triumphs Over Adidas in Landmark Case

The recent case of Thom Browne Inc. v. Adidas AG [2024] EWHC 2990 (Ch) represents a significant milestone in UK trade mark law, particularly in the realm of fashion and brand design. This High Court decision sheds light on the limits of trade mark protection, the role of consumer perception, and the fine line between brand distinction and monopolisation of design elements.

20th January 2025

Thatchers Triumphs in Trade Mark Trial

On 20 January 2025, the Court of Appeal delivered a significant judgment in the case of Thatchers Cider Company Limited v. Aldi Stores Limited, ruling in favour of Thatchers in its trade mark infringement claim against Aldi. This decision overturned a previous High Court ruling from January 2024, which had dismissed Thatchers' claims.

An interview with Gemma Christie

Keltie’s newest Partner

Gemma joined Keltie in 2018 and is passionate about social mobility, working to promote the IP profession to underrepresented groups. Now, as a partner, she’s passionate about paving the way for future leaders to embrace their unique journeys. Here is her story.

SkyKick UK Ltd and another (Appellants) v Sky Ltd and others (Respondents)

Is the SKY the limit?

In a highly anticipated judgment, the Supreme Court (“SC”) has issued its decision to SkyKick’s appeal against the Court of Appeal (“CoA”), finding that the CoA was wrong to overturn the High Court’s (“HC”) decision that Sky’s trade marks were registered in bad faith.