Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

The IPOI is the national intellectual property agency that is responsible for the administration of IP rights in Ireland. +353 56 7720111 ipoi.gov.ie Kilkenny, Ireland Joined February 2022

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

16 hours ago

“Some secrets are worth keeping 🤫.” Not every innovation needs to be patented to be protected. Trade secrets play a vital role in helping businesses maintain their competitive edge, from formulas and processes to strategies that set you apart. learn more: ipoi.gov.ie/en/

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3 days ago

Join @4ipcouncil: “The English Torpedo?” examining global FRAND licences & EU countermeasures. 🗓 29 June | ⏰ 16:00 CEST 🔗lnkd.in/dmAktEy4 #IPOI

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7 days ago

Mary Anne & Caroline were delighted to attend the EUIPN Points of Contact Meeting held in the @EU_IPO - European Union Intellectual Property Office, yesterday. Pictured below: are Carlos Azorin, Mary Anne Walsh, Javier Moreno & Caroline Kelly.

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a week ago

Due to essential maintenance, ePayments and the eRegister will be unavailable on Wednesday 17th June, from 2.30 PM to 3.00 PM. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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a week ago

The World Cup isn’t just about football, it’s also about intellectual property. logos, branding to broadcast rights & merchandise, the tournament represents billions in IP assets. Businesses should take care when referencing World Cup. 👉 Learn more here: ipoi.gov.ie

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2 weeks ago

@EU_IPO #DesignDesireDecide

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2 weeks ago

Design. Desire. Decide. EUIPO research shows that 75% of consumers value good design enough to pay more for it. We are delighted to support the EUIPO Spring Campaign 2026, highlighting the role of design in innovation, competitiveness & consumer choice. 👉Learn more in comments.

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2 weeks ago

World anti-counterfeiting day - IPOI

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

2 weeks ago

The IPOI is delighted to share that 2 SME Fund 2026 vouchers are still available!💡 Before you take the next step: Apply for your voucher before filing any application. Open until the end of 2026, while funds last. Apply here: euipo.europa.eu/en/sme-corner/…

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

4 weeks ago

Pictured at the @euipo - European Union Intellectual Property Office IP Case Law Conference last week are John Nolan and Ann Stapleton from the (IPOI), Shane Smyth, Partner with FRKelly, Richard Edgehill, Irish trademark examiner with EUIPO. #EUIPO #IntellectualProperty #IP

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

a month ago

Pictured are Caroline Kelly & Nicola Sweeney from the Intellectua Property Office of Ireland attending the Budget & Finance Committee meetings in the @EPOorg European Patent Office on 20th & 21st of May 2026. #epo #euipo #ipoi #dete

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

a month ago

On May 20th 1873, Jacob Davis and Levi Strauss received US patent No. 139,121 for an “Improvement in Fastening Pocket-Openings”. The copper rivets were to reinforce the points of stress, such as pocket corners and at the bottom of the button fly.

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

2 months ago

Congratulations to all students who took part in yesterday's @StudentEntProg Awards. IP category Winners: Senior: Amy Reynolds, Hannah O’Connor and Ruby Duane, "Green Yard" Intermediate: Aine Dullea, "Crochet Comforts" Junior: Paddy Lynch and Tom McDonald, "ICAN"

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

2 months ago

🎉 Student Enterprise Awards · National Finals 2026 🎉 Best of luck to all the students taking part this Thursday, 7th May, Mullingar Park Hotel. We’re really looking forward to meeting you all, please make sure to call by our stand, say hello, and have a chat with us on the day!

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

2 months ago

Caroline Kelly and Mary Anne Walsh (IPOI) were thrilled to meet Marco M. Alemán Assistant Director General of World Intellectual Property Organization at the Licensing Executives Society International (LESI) conference yesterday.

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

2 months ago

We were delighted to catch up with Dr Eoin Everard in the run up to World IP Day 2026, founder of BackAware, whose work perfectly captures the journey from idea to impact. #WorldIPDay2026 #WorldIPWeek #IrishInnovation #BackAware #IPInAction #IPOIreland #IntellectualProperty

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

2 months ago

Congratulations Rory! Back-to-back Masters Champion 🏆 ⛳ 🏌‍ Moments like this don’t just build a legacy in sport, they reinforce the value of protecting your name, your reputation, and everything it stands for. Rory has trademark protection for his name in both the UK the EU.

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

3 months ago

FAQ! How long does a Trade Mark last? A registered Trade Mark lasts for ten years from the date of registration and must be renewed every ten years to keep protection in place. For more details on renewing or managing your Intellectual Property visit: ipoi.gov.ie

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

3 months ago

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Intellectual Property Office of Ireland! 🇮🇪 Today we celebrate the creativity, innovation, and imagination that make Ireland unique. From brilliant ideas to world-changing inventions, Irish creators continue to leave their mark on the world.

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Intellectual Property Office of Ireland @IPOIreland

4 months ago

Here are just a few FAQ's we are asked at the Intellectual Property Office of Ireland for many more IP questions you want answers for visit our website at the following link: lnkd.in/dvyQjEig #intellectualproperty #faqs #euipo #patent #design #copyright #trademark