New EU Design Reform

Recently the EU Council has approved a reform package updating the EU's design protection system, simplifying, and modernizing the current framework, which is over 20 years old. This week, the reform texts were published so here we go! The Amending Regulation requires an additional legislation package, which is still to come, and we will keep you updated on the exact dates for implementation. The new rules aim to improve efficiency and accessibility for designers and align systems across EU member states.Here's what to expect in short:

Key Changes to Application & Registration

• Terminology Updates: Registered and Unregistered Community Designs (RCD/UCD) are now called Registered and Unregistered European Union Designs (REUD/UEUD).