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Whether its our Müesli, smartphones or medication – intellectual property is ever-present in our lives. Our blog offers you an insight into the fascinating world of trade marks, patents, designs and copyright.
Aarios AG, a company steeped in tradition, is the last remaining Swiss bicycle manufacturer to still braze its frames itself. As part of the Bike to Work campaign, the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI) paid a visit to the ‘Fabrik für handgebaute Fahrräder (factory for hand-built bicycles), where the former managing director Arnold Ramel was at work building his Swiss handmade bicycles. Arnold can still be found in the factory every day, even though his shares in the company were passed on to next generation years ago.
Walking through the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI), you could be forgiven for thinking you’re on a short trip around Europe.…
The association Swissness Enforcement gives companies abroad a hard time if they unlawfully adorn their products with the Swiss cross. We talked to…
When you think of distinctive Swiss design, you soon think of the Swiss army knife. This legendary gadget was created 130 years ago.
A ‘strong’ trade mark not only conveys qualities and characteristics, it also has a good chance of being protected.
Christoph Fahrni is passionate about design. But it’s not stylish chairs he designs – he ensures that recycling containers are functional and blend in…
Whether you are a globally active enterprise or a locally based business – a trade mark can become a precious asset. But what role does trade mark…