EIP attend sustainable transport events
EIP recently attended and exhibited at sustainable transport events. At EIP we help protect the inventions of those involved in disruptive technology and innovation which aims to reduce the environmental impact of modes of transport. Read more about how patents can play a part in cleaner mobility.
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IP considerations arising from increased micro mobility competition
Following the Queen’s Speech, and years of consultations and lobbying from the micro mobility sector, it looks like the e-scooter industry is in for a bumper year. The vehicles have until now been legal to buy, yet illegal to use on the UK’...
Mobility-as-a-Service – how will you travel?
The taxi service industry has undergone huge disruption over the last decade with the proliferation of ride-hailing apps. The success of companies like Uber® and Lyft® is proof of a global willingness by travellers to interact with travel providers in ...
Are open-source patent portfolios the key to the EV revolution?
The widespread rollout of electric vehicles is viewed as a crucial part of the UK’s green revolution. When discussing how this can be achieved, charging infrastructure is often cited as the key to ensuring the appeal and accessibility of electric vehic...
How could internal combustion engines help drive decarbonisation?
Last week, the UK Government announced that sales of new petrol and diesel heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) will be banned by 2040. The UK’s Road Haulage Association supports the aim, but in a press release they say the proposal is unrealistic because...
What SMEs Need To Know About Patents
SMEs account for the majority of businesses worldwide, so it is no surprise that we are seeing more and more innovation coming from SME businesses. This short video featuring Rick Gordon-Brown, EIP Partner & Patent Attorney, outlines what small b...
Innovation will finally get electric cars on our roads (external link)
Opportunities abound, but those seeking to benefit would be wise to patent their own innovations to monopolise market share - continue reading on The Times (subscription required) Read on The Times
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