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In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court has granted an injunction in favour of Akzo Nobel Coatings International B.V. (Plaintiff)...

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'WEATHERSHIELD' TRADEMARK DISPUTE – DELHI HC INJUNCTION FAVOURS AKZO

In a recent ruling, the Delhi High Court has granted an injunction in favour of Akzo Nobel Coatings International B.V. (Plaintiff), protecting their 'WEATHERSHIELD' mark, against JK Cement Ltd. (Defendant). Akzo, a leading global paint and coating company, has used its trademark for its extensive range of paints and coatings since the 1970s, and its mark is registered in over 91 countries, including India. The Plaintiff argued that the Defendant's use of the similar mark 'WEATHER SHIELD' on its cement products could cause consumer confusion and damage its brand reputation. The Defendant countered that 'WEATHERSHIELD' is a descriptive term related to weather protection, and that their use of 'WEATHER SHIELD' was intended to describe the properties of their cement and cater to different market segments.

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