Introduction
Germany is traditionally one of the most important markets for
Chinese companies when it comes to IP. The number of Chinese
companies targeting Germany to procure technology or to undertake
M&A transactions is constantly increasing.
At the same time, the German IP enforcement system is having a
considerable impact on doing business in Germany. On the one hand,
it provides an efficient tool for rights owners while, on the
other, the expeditious German enforcement system can have a severe
commercial impact on newcomers to the market who may suffer in
exhibitions in Germany from actions of rights owners. There are
even court cases between Chinese companies and between other
multinational companies that take place in Germany, possibly due to
Germany's IP enforcement system being recognised as effective
and efficient. This brings both advantages and risks.
