Accolade IP Participated in the Hong Kong International Licensing Show 2025!

Accolade IP was honored to participate in the Hong Kong International Licensing Show (HKILS), held from 28 to 30 April 2025!

As one of Asia’s leading licensing events, HKILS brought together top global brands, licensors, licensing agents, and intellectual property (IP) professionals. It served as a vital platform to foster creativity, enhance brand value, and promote IP protection worldwide.

Over the three-day event, Accolade IP welcomed visitors at Booth 5G-E20, engaging with clients, partners, and industry experts from across the globe. We shared our extensive expertise in trademark registration, brand licensing strategies, and IP protection, while also exchanging insights on the latest market trends and industry developments.

Our participation at HKILS not only strengthened our relationships with existing clients but also opened new doors for collaboration and business expansion. We are proud to support businesses and creators by providing strategic IP solutions that help safeguard their innovation and maximize their brand potential.

Looking ahead, Accolade IP remains committed to delivering professional, reliable, and comprehensive IP services — from trademark registration and brand licensing to copyright protection and portfolio management. We strive to empower every creator and enterprise to unlock greater value through robust IP strategies.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited our booth. We look forward to staying connected and exploring future opportunities together!

 

📍 Booth Location: 5G-E20
🗓️ Event Dates: 28 – 30 April 2025
🔗 Event Details: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hklicensingshow/

🔗 Accolade IP Official Website: https://www.accoladeip.com/hk/tc/

EU Design Reform 2025: Critical Updates for Applicants (Effective: 2025/05/01)

EU Design Reform 2025:

Critical Updates for Applicants

(Effective: 2025/05/01)

1
Terminology Standardization
Community Design" renamed to "EU Design"​​
2
Protection Symbol
New registered design symbol Ⓓ​​
(Similar to ® trademarks)
3
Multi-class Filing
Single application covers multiple Locarno classes
(Original requirement: separate applications)
4
Designs per Application
50 designs per application
(Ideal for series products)
5
Digital Coverage
Now protects:

✅ Animations & GUIs
✅ Virtual environments
✅ Non-physical elements
6
3D Printing Infringement
Illegal acts include:
• Sharing 3D design files
• AI-generated replicas
7
Repair Clause
Spare parts for repair
excluded from protection

Disclaimer:
This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult Accolade Consultants before acting on it.

Accolade IP Annual Dinner & 15th Anniversary Celebration

🎉【 Accolade IP Annual Dinner & 15th Anniversary Celebration】🎉

Last Friday, we celebrated a significant milestone at Accolade Hong Kong Headquarters – our 15th Anniversary!

Alongside this remarkable achievement, we hosted our Annual Dinner to honor this incredible journey with our outstanding team.

💫 Event Highlights:

🎂 15th Anniversary Celebration: A heartfelt thank you to all our clients and partners for their unwavering support. These 15 years are a testament to our shared success!

 

🎁 Lucky Draw: To show our appreciation for our team’s hard work, we prepared exciting prizes. The atmosphere was filled with joy, surprises, and laughter!

 

🤝 Team Moments: The entire team gathered to enjoy a delicious feast, share laughter, and create cherished memories while looking forward to a bright future.

Fifteen years mark a new beginning. We remain committed to delivering exceptional services to our clients and partners as we continue to grow together!

Check out the event highlights and celebrate with us through these wonderful moments. If you’d like to join our journey, feel free to reach out anytime!

Accolade IP Celebrates Grand Opening of Its Hong Kong Headquarters

Accolade IP Celebrates Grand Opening of Its Hong Kong Headquarters

Accolade IP recently marked the Grand Opening of its new Hong Kong Headquarters with a festive ceremony and a delightful Celebration Cocktail event. Clients, partners, and team members gathered to witness this significant milestone in the company’s growth.

Staying true to Chinese traditions, the ceremony featured a symbolic roast pig cutting, symbolizing blessings of prosperity, good fortune, and success for the new office space. The atmosphere was filled with excitement, joy, and a sense of new beginnings as the company embarked on this next chapter.

Following the opening ceremony, the Celebration Cocktail brought together esteemed guests and team members in a vibrant, relaxed setting. Attendees enjoyed delicious refreshments, exchanged ideas, and discussed future opportunities, reinforcing strong partnerships and connections.

The new office space, designed with modern efficiency and professionalism in mind, reflects Accolade IP's commitment to delivering exceptional intellectual property services across the globe.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the guests who joined us on this special occasion. Your presence made the celebration truly memorable. As we continue our journey, Accolade IP remains dedicated to providing unparalleled expertise and innovative solutions to support your intellectual property needs.

Here’s to a prosperous future together!

Date:16 December 2024
Location:Accolade Hong Kong Headquater
Address:Unit 2406, 24/F, Low Block, Grand Millennium Plaza, 181 Queen's Road Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

Accolade IP Beijing Attends the 14th China International Trademark & Brand Festival Welcome Reception

Accolade IP Beijing Attends the 14th China International Trademark & Brand Festival Welcome Reception

On the evening of November 22, 2024, the 14th China International Trademark & Brand Festival Welcome Reception was held grandly at the Xi’an International Convention Center. Accolade IP Beijing, as an active participant in the trademark and brand sector, proudly attended this prestigious event, joining distinguished representatives from the global trademark and branding community to celebrate a new chapter in China’s trademark development. Hosted by the China Trademark Association and exclusively co-organized by Shenzhen PurCotton Technology Co., Ltd., the event brought together over 1,000 guests from around the world.

In his speech, Ma Fu, President of the China Trademark Association, warmly welcomed all attendees and expressed gratitude to the supporters and co-organizers of this year’s festival. He highlighted that since its inception in 2005, the China International Trademark & Brand Festival has evolved into one of the country’s most prominent international gatherings in the trademark and brand field. With the theme “Advancing Trademark & Brand Development, Nurturing China’s Renowned Brands,” this year’s festival features a variety of activities aimed at exploring innovative strategies for brand growth and fostering high-quality development in the industry.

Key highlights of the welcome reception included the announcement of the AAA Trademark & Brand Evaluation results, the issuance of the fourth batch of Trademark Agency Service Certification Mark Usage Licenses, and the presentation of several prestigious awards, such as the 2024 Special Contribution to Trademark & Brand Development Award. These activities recognized outstanding contributions by enterprises and individuals while reinforcing the importance of professionalism and integrity in the trademark agency industry. The event also saw the release of the “2024 Trademark Agency Service Capability Top 600,” a systematic evaluation jointly conducted by China Trademark Magazine and Beijing Zhichanbao Network Technology, providing authoritative insights for the trademark agency sector

Gu Jinshan, COO of Winner Medical & PurCotton, shared valuable insights on achieving sustainable brand development through technological and product innovation. Emphasizing the importance of “prioritizing brand over speed, quality over profit, and social responsibility over enterprise value,” he inspired attendees with a forward-thinking approach to brand building. His remarks underscored the significance of the festival as a platform for industry exchange and collaboration.

The reception boasted a stellar lineup of guests, including leaders from the China National Intellectual Property Administration, the World Intellectual Property Organization, prominent entrepreneurs, representatives from national and international associations, and members of the media. Accolade IP Beijing was honored to join this exceptional gathering and looks forward to engaging with industry peers in upcoming festival events to collaboratively drive the growth of China’s trademark and brand sector.

The success of this year’s festival highlights China’s achievements in trademark and brand development while fostering global collaboration and innovation in the field. Accolade IP Beijing remains committed to contributing to the advancement of the trademark and brand industry and supporting the global recognition of Chinese trademarks and brands.

 

Title:14th China International Trademark & Brand Festival
Location: China - Xi An
Date:22-25 November 2024