Changes To European Trade Mark Registrations

From 23 March 2016, a number of changes to European trade marks take effect:

• A "CTM" IS NOW A "EUTM" – The Europe-wide "Community Trade Mark" (aka "CTM"), whilst still offering protection in all 28 Member States, is now called the "European Union Trade Mark" (or "EUTM").
• THE "OHIM" IS NOW THE "EUIPO" – The European TM Registry, formerly known as "OHIM", is now renamed as the "European Union Trade Mark Office" (or the "EUIPO").
• LOWER SINGLE CLASS APPLICATION COSTS – Application filing costs are now based on the starting point of a single class for €850, with costs rising to €900 for two classes and €1050 for three classes. Costs for each additional class remain at €150.