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New EPO study and dataset reveal clear link between standards and patents, as Unified Patent Court set to become dispute forum of choice
EPO Vice-Presidents and Bavarian State Minister Florian Herrmann discuss EPO’s local socio-economic impact, technology trends and the EPO’s sustainabi
Constructive dialogue draws on valuable feedback from the latest round of public consultation
The European Patent Office and European Institute of Innovation and Technology share their 2024 results and outlook for 2025
EPO reveals ten game-changing initiatives and opens public voting in the People’s Choice
Opinion piece published on new channel, launched by the Portuguese Institute of Industrial Property (INPI)
Patent quality, AI, the Unitary Patent and international co-operation high on the agenda
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Our strategy
In SP2028, the EPO will have one goal: sustainability. Our people, technologies, high-quality products and services, the partnerships the EPO develops and financial sustainability are the five drivers that will enable us to build a more sustainable patent office.
Observatory on Patents and Technology
Dedicated to outreach and research, it provides access to the latest technology trends through digital tools, events, and in-depth economic and technology studies.