Ireland

Niri Shan, the newly appointed head of IP for UK, Ireland and the Middle East, explains why the firm’s international setup has brought UPC success, and addresses German partner departures

With Ireland’s government re-engaging with the idea of a UPC referendum, it provides a chance to improve the system further

The firm said major IP developments included advising on a ‘landmark’ deal involving green hydrogen production, as well as two major acquisitions

In the second article in a regular series covering Unified Patent Court developments, Managing IP summarises a recent Court of Appeal ruling and looks ahead to upcoming hearings at the local divisions