Tourism Value Chain: Where Intellectual Property (IP) Adds Value
The tourism value chain and intellectual property are connected at every step of the journey. From the moment a traveler dreams about a destination to when they recommend it to friends, protected intangible assets—such as trademarks, geographical indications, creative content, designs, technological innovations, and specialized knowledge—are what truly make the competitive difference. This practical mapping shows you where and how each intellectual property right adds real value to your tourism business. Inspiration and Discovery (Pre-Trip) Value Created: Capturing attention, building trust, and making your destination the first choice. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Spontaneous brand recognition, click-through rates on advertising campaigns. Search, Comparison, and Booking Value Created: Converting visitors into bookings and making the purchase process seamless. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Conversion rate, reduction in cancellations, customer satisfaction index. Arrival and Welcome (Transportation and First Steps) Value Created: Safety, efficient logistics, and an excellent first impression. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Service punctuality, welcome satisfaction, complaints about disorientation. Accommodation Value Created: Comfort, differentiation from competition, and reputation building. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Average daily rate (ADR), online reviews, occupancy level. Gastronomy and Local Products Value Created: Authenticity, higher average spending, and connection to the territory. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Sales of products with designation of origin, food and beverage spending, gastronomic satisfaction. Attractions, Culture, and Experiences Value Created: Clear differentiation and memorable moments visitors won’t forget. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Number of visitors, dwell time, revenues from licenses and product sales. Shopping and Travel Souvenirs Value Created: Additional monetization and extending the brand experience beyond the trip. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Per-visitor store spending, sales per product, inventory turnover. Digital Communication During the Visit Value Created: Smooth navigation through the destination and upselling opportunities. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Active app users, audio guide usage, digitally generated cross-sales. Post-Trip: Reputation and Recommendation Value Created: Visitor loyalty, user-generated content, and new referrals. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Return visitor rate, social media mentions, brand reach. Governance and Data (Destination Organizations and Companies) Value Created: Strategic coherence, effective protection, and scalability. Intellectual Property That Matters Here: How to Measure It: Number of registered assets, active licensing agreements, legal protection actions taken. Action Checklist The tourism value chain and intellectual property work together to create real competitive advantages. When you protect and manage your intangible assets at every stage of the journey, you don’t just build more trust in your destination: you open new revenue streams and build a solid, lasting reputation. Ready to Protect Your Tourism Brand? An intellectual property attorney can help you: ✓ Audit all intangible assets of your destination or business✓ Register trademarks, designs, and geographical indications✓ Draft licensing contracts and confidentiality agreements✓ Create protection strategies tailored to your value chain✓ Defend your rights against copies or misuse Don’t let your competition get ahead. Schedule a consultation with an intellectual property expert for the tourism sector and turn your intangible assets into real competitive advantages. Contact a specialized IP attorney | Request your initial audit Share this post: Español La Importancia de Negociar a Tiempo un Acuerdo de Coexistencia Marcaria: Estrategia, Oportunidad y Riesgos de la Tardanza Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial En el ámbito de la Propiedad Industrial, uno de los instrumentos más valiosos para resolver conflictos entre marcas similares —sin necesidad de diciembre 3, 2025 Español Marcas para posicionar destinos, rutas y servicios En la industria turística, una marca representa mucho más que un logotipo visual: es la promesa de una experiencia, el respaldo de calidad y la garantía de confianza que los diciembre 1, 2025 Español Cadena de valor del turismo: dónde agrega valor la Propiedad Intelectual (PI) La cadena de valor del turismo y la propiedad intelectual están conectadas en cada paso del camino. Desde el momento en que un viajero sueña con un destino hasta que noviembre 28, 2025 Español Turismo, resiliencia y Propiedad Intelectual: por qué la PI es la nueva ventaja competitiva de los destinos El turismo se ha convertido en un actor clave de la economía global: genera empleo, encadena sectores (cultura, gastronomía, transporte, comercio) y dinamiza a las pymes. Antes de la pandemia, noviembre 20, 2025 Español La importancia de acreditarse como representante legal en expedientes de marcas internacionales en México Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial Introducción Uno de los aspectos menos comprendidos pero de mayor impacto práctico dentro de la gestión de marcas internacionales que designan México es la falta de acreditación formal de un representante legal noviembre 12, 2025
Tourism, resilience, and Intellectual Property: why IP is the next competitive edge for destinations
Tourism is a major economic engine. It creates jobs, links multiple sectors (culture, food, transport, retail) and empowers SMEs and creators. Before the pandemic, international arrivals rose from ~697 million (2000) to ~1.5 billion (2019). That scale exposed both its potential and vulnerability, making resilience—trust, safety, quality, and clear differentiation—an imperative. Why tourism matters and how resilience is built How Intellectual Property boosts tourism competitiveness Effective IP governance converts intangible assets into trust, distinctiveness, and revenue. a) Trademarks (incl. collective & certification marks) b) Geographical Indications (GIs) c) Copyright and the creative economy d) Industrial designs & trade dress e) Patents and utility models f) Trade secrets and know-how g) Monetization & governance Competing in a volatile market requires resilience built on intangibles: verified quality, authentic narratives, and enforceable rights. Intellectual Property aligns offer, trust, and monetization. Organize your IP portfolio today to capitalize tomorrow. Ready to map, register, and license your IP assets to boost your destination or tourism business? Contact us and book a specialized Intellectual Property legal advisory. Share this post: Español La Importancia de Negociar a Tiempo un Acuerdo de Coexistencia Marcaria: Estrategia, Oportunidad y Riesgos de la Tardanza Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial En el ámbito de la Propiedad Industrial, uno de los instrumentos más valiosos para resolver conflictos entre marcas similares —sin necesidad de diciembre 3, 2025 Español Marcas para posicionar destinos, rutas y servicios En la industria turística, una marca representa mucho más que un logotipo visual: es la promesa de una experiencia, el respaldo de calidad y la garantía de confianza que los diciembre 1, 2025 Español Cadena de valor del turismo: dónde agrega valor la Propiedad Intelectual (PI) La cadena de valor del turismo y la propiedad intelectual están conectadas en cada paso del camino. Desde el momento en que un viajero sueña con un destino hasta que noviembre 28, 2025 Español Turismo, resiliencia y Propiedad Intelectual: por qué la PI es la nueva ventaja competitiva de los destinos El turismo se ha convertido en un actor clave de la economía global: genera empleo, encadena sectores (cultura, gastronomía, transporte, comercio) y dinamiza a las pymes. Antes de la pandemia, noviembre 20, 2025 Español La importancia de acreditarse como representante legal en expedientes de marcas internacionales en México Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial Introducción Uno de los aspectos menos comprendidos pero de mayor impacto práctico dentro de la gestión de marcas internacionales que designan México es la falta de acreditación formal de un representante legal noviembre 12, 2025
The Importance of Being Duly Accredited as Legal Representative in International Trademark Files in Mexico
By Jose Alberto Mérida | Industrial Property Specialist Introduction One of the least understood yet most practically significant aspects in the management of international trademarks designating Mexico is the absence of formal accreditation of a legal representative before the Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI). Although, at first glance, the holder of an international trademark may believe that their relationship exists solely with WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization), in practice, all proceedings following the designation of Mexico are handled directly before IMPI, which acts as the designated office. Without formal accreditation of a legal representative, IMPI lacks an authorized person or address to which notifications can be sent. This has serious procedural consequences and may even result in the loss of trademark rights simply due to the holder’s lack of awareness of ongoing actions. Legal Basis and Administrative Practice The Federal Law for the Protection of Industrial Property (LFPPI), together with its applicable Regulations, establishes that all IMPI proceedings must be notified either to the interested party or to their duly accredited legal representative in the corresponding file. When the holder of an international trademark does not appoint a representative in Mexico, IMPI has no procedural domicile within the national territory, which makes personal service of notifications impossible. Consequently, pursuant to Article 19 and related provisions of the LFPPI, as well as the General Rules on Industrial Property Matters, IMPI proceeds to make notifications by publication in the Industrial Property Gazette. Such notifications have full legal effect; however, in practice, they often go unnoticed when there is no accredited representative monitoring the case. The Practical Problem: Notifications by Gazette When no legal representative is appointed, all IMPI actions — including provisional refusals, oppositions, office actions, or even notices of cancellation — are published in the Gazette without personal notification. This poses a clear procedural risk: The result is that decisions may become final and unchallengeable simply due to the lack of effective notice to the owner. Examples of Actions That May Go Unnoticed Among the most common actions that IMPI may notify are the following: In all these cases, response deadlines are strict and preclusive (generally two months), meaning that failure to respond in time results in the loss of the opportunity to defend the case and, ultimately, the registration itself. The Role of the Legal Representative in Mexico The legal representative or local correspondent fulfills an essential function: Accreditation is carried out through the submission of the official IMPI form along with a valid Power of Attorney or Letter of Authorization, duly signed by the trademark holder. This documentation must be filed directly in the national file derived from the international designation. Once accredited, IMPI officially recognizes the representative, and all notifications are addressed to their name, ensuring procedural continuity and legal security for the holder. Risks of Not Having an Accredited Representative The main risk is the loss of rights due to lack of notification and, consequently, loss of the opportunity to defend those rights. Without a local representative: In simple terms: without representation, the trademark owner is effectively absent from the Mexican proceedings. Impact on International Trademarks Under the Madrid Protocol Within the framework of the Madrid System, WIPO notifies IMPI of international designations, grants, or renewals. However, once Mexico is designated, all subsequent proceedings are handled locally before IMPI. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the holder or their international agent to: If no representative is accredited, any subsequent action — such as a cancellation proceeding or opposition — will only be notified by publication in the Gazette, which can easily go unnoticed. Illustrative Example Suppose a foreign company obtains protection for its international trademark in Mexico under Registration No. IR 123456. Three years later, IMPI issues a requirement to submit the declaration of use. As no representative is appointed, the notice is published in the Gazette. After three months, the mark is automatically cancelled. The company remains unaware of this event. When it later attempts to renew the mark through WIPO, Mexico already considers the protection cancelled. All of this could have been easily avoided by accrediting a Mexican legal representative to receive the notification and file the declaration on time. Benefits of Having Local Representation In practice, the local representative is the only effective means of ensuring that IMPI actions do not go unnoticed. Conclusion Accrediting a legal representative in international trademark files in Mexico is not a mere administrative formality — it is an essential protective measure to safeguard the holder’s rights and ensure the continuity of trademark protection in Mexican territory. In the absence of representation, IMPI has no one to notify, and all communications are made through the Gazette — a public medium that does not guarantee effective awareness of such notices. Therefore, appointing a legal representative in Mexico is both a practical and strategic necessity — not only to comply with legal requirements but also to preserve the validity and timely defense of trademark rights. The recommendation for all foreign holders or overseas law firms is clear: Appoint a local representative as soon as the mark is designated or protected in Mexico, and maintain ongoing communication with your correspondent to avoid any procedural contingencies. Please contact us for further details; we will be pleased to provide you with professional advice. 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Statement of Use of Trademarks in Mexico: Differences between National and International Registrations
By José Alberto Mérida | Industrial Property Specialist The statement of use is one of the most relevant requirements to preserve trademark rights in Mexico since the 2018 reform and under the current Federal Law for the Protection of Industrial Property (LFPPI, 2020). Its purpose is to purge the register and avoid the persistence of trademarks that are not actually used in the Mexican market. Below are the main modalities, deadlines, and differences between national and international registrations, as well as the consequences of non-compliance 1. Statement of use for national trademarks Legal Basis Initial deadline (3 years) The owner of a Mexican trademark registration must file a statement of actual and effective use within three months after the expiration of three years counted from the grant date of the registration. Failing to submit SoU results in the automatic lapse of the registration. The registration automatically lapses for all products or services without the need for a ruling from IMPI. There is no formal declaration issued. It is a consequence of the inactivity of the owner of the affected trademark. Renewals (every 10 years) Upon each renewal (every ten years), a new statement of use must be filed covering only those goods or services that are effectively used in Mexico. 2. Statement of use for international registrations (Madrid System) Legal basis Initial deadline (3 years from protection in Mexico) The owner of an international registration designating Mexico must file a statement of use before IMPI within the same timeframe as national marks: within three months after the expiration of three years counted from the date on which IMPI grants protection in Mexico. Renewals The international renewal is processed directly before WIPO every ten years. Goods or services not declared as in use are deleted from protection in Mexico, even if they remain listed in the central international registration at WIPO. 3. Key differences Aspect National Trademarks International Registrations (Madrid System) Registering authority IMPI WIPO (registration) + IMPI (protection in Mexico) Initial statement of use Within 3 months after the third anniversary of the grant date Within 3 months after the third anniversary of the protection grant in Mexico (deadline runs from the date IMPI records the WIPO notification in its system) Renewals Before IMPI every 10 years, with mandatory statement of use Before WIPO every 10 years; additionally, statement of use before IMPI to maintain protection in Mexico. Deadline starts once WIPO notifies IMPI and IMPI records the renewal Effect of non-compliance Total lapse of the registration Lapse of protection in Mexico for the class of goods/services concerned Suppression of goods/services Non-declared items at renewal are deleted from the national registration Same: suppression of non-declared goods/services in Mexico, even if they remain in the international record 4. Conclusion Mexico requires trademark owners to prove effective use of their marks, both for national and international registrations. The most important precision: in international designations, the deadlines for filing the statement of use in Mexico run from the date on which IMPI records in its system the WIPO notification, whether it relates to the initial grant or to a subsequent renewal. This mechanism ensures that the Mexican register reflects only those marks that genuinely operate in the national market. Please contact us for further details; we will be pleased to provide you with professional advice. Share this post: Español La Importancia de Negociar a Tiempo un Acuerdo de Coexistencia Marcaria: Estrategia, Oportunidad y Riesgos de la Tardanza Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial En el ámbito de la Propiedad Industrial, uno de los instrumentos más valiosos para resolver conflictos entre marcas similares —sin necesidad de diciembre 3, 2025 Español Marcas para posicionar destinos, rutas y servicios En la industria turística, una marca representa mucho más que un logotipo visual: es la promesa de una experiencia, el respaldo de calidad y la garantía de confianza que los diciembre 1, 2025 Español Cadena de valor del turismo: dónde agrega valor la Propiedad Intelectual (PI) La cadena de valor del turismo y la propiedad intelectual están conectadas en cada paso del camino. Desde el momento en que un viajero sueña con un destino hasta que noviembre 28, 2025 Español Turismo, resiliencia y Propiedad Intelectual: por qué la PI es la nueva ventaja competitiva de los destinos El turismo se ha convertido en un actor clave de la economía global: genera empleo, encadena sectores (cultura, gastronomía, transporte, comercio) y dinamiza a las pymes. Antes de la pandemia, noviembre 20, 2025 Español La importancia de acreditarse como representante legal en expedientes de marcas internacionales en México Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial Introducción Uno de los aspectos menos comprendidos pero de mayor impacto práctico dentro de la gestión de marcas internacionales que designan México es la falta de acreditación formal de un representante legal noviembre 12, 2025
Morelos Accelerates Its Innovation Agenda: IMPI Call 2025, Intellectual Property, and STS Latam & Caribbean
The Government of Morelos, SDEyT, and CCyTEM held at UAEM the Institutional Meeting: IMPI Call 2025, Intellectual Property, and STS Perspectives in Morelos, to boost patents, utility models, and industrial designs, and to showcase local talent in international forums. The event featured Jaime Arau Roffiel (CCyTEM), Santiago Nieto Castillo (IMPI), and Eulalia Méndez Monroy (IMPI Patents). What Does the IMPI Call 2025 Include? The IMPI Prize for Mexican Innovation 2025 runs from April 26 to October 30, 2025 (11:59 p.m., Mexico City time). The call requires having a file opened with IMPI and awards MXN $250,000 to first place in defined categories. Categories and Focus The categories cover protectable inventions (patents, utility models, industrial designs) as well as strategic areas such as health, environment/water, semiconductors, and electromobility, with slots dedicated to young people and women innovators. STS Latam & Caribbean: An International Showcase The STS forum is a global network connecting science, technology, industry, and public policy. Its conference for Latin America and the Caribbean serves as a platform for alliances and regional visibility for R&D projects originating in Mexico, including Morelos. Quick Checklist to Apply with an Edge Mistakes That Could Cost You the Prize (or the Patent) Key Voices Santiago Nieto Castillo (Director General of IMPI) and Eulalia Méndez Monroy (Patents Division) underscored the importance of protecting and recognizing Mexican innovation. Jaime Arau Roffiel (CCyTEM) highlighted Morelos’s projection in international forums. At Merida IP, we advise you on any intellectual property process related to trademarks, trade names, patents, industrial designs, and more. Contact us and boost your company’s growth today. Share this post: Español La Importancia de Negociar a Tiempo un Acuerdo de Coexistencia Marcaria: Estrategia, Oportunidad y Riesgos de la Tardanza Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial En el ámbito de la Propiedad Industrial, uno de los instrumentos más valiosos para resolver conflictos entre marcas similares —sin necesidad de diciembre 3, 2025 Español Marcas para posicionar destinos, rutas y servicios En la industria turística, una marca representa mucho más que un logotipo visual: es la promesa de una experiencia, el respaldo de calidad y la garantía de confianza que los diciembre 1, 2025 Español Cadena de valor del turismo: dónde agrega valor la Propiedad Intelectual (PI) La cadena de valor del turismo y la propiedad intelectual están conectadas en cada paso del camino. Desde el momento en que un viajero sueña con un destino hasta que noviembre 28, 2025 Español Turismo, resiliencia y Propiedad Intelectual: por qué la PI es la nueva ventaja competitiva de los destinos El turismo se ha convertido en un actor clave de la economía global: genera empleo, encadena sectores (cultura, gastronomía, transporte, comercio) y dinamiza a las pymes. Antes de la pandemia, noviembre 20, 2025 Español La importancia de acreditarse como representante legal en expedientes de marcas internacionales en México Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial Introducción Uno de los aspectos menos comprendidos pero de mayor impacto práctico dentro de la gestión de marcas internacionales que designan México es la falta de acreditación formal de un representante legal noviembre 12, 2025
IMPI and SACM set up working groups to bring transparency to music copyright fees
Mexico’s IMPI, the SACM and Concanaco Servytur announced working groups to improve transparency in copyright fee schedules and collection practices for businesses that play music (cafés, restaurants, bars). The move follows complaints from northern chambers—especially Ciudad Juárez—and aims to provide clear compliance mechanisms, public rate disclosure, and a direct channel with the private sector. What was agreed—and why it matters This follows weeks of tension with business chambers alleging excessive or arbitrary fees; stakeholders now emphasize public, clear rules going forward. What business owners should know Expected benefits Status as of Sept 24, 2025: first roundtable held; continuing schedule announced, with nationwide publication of rates and criteria.
Industrial Property Reform in Mexico 2025: What Would Change and How to Prepare (Practical Guide)
On September 15, 2025, a bill to reform the Federal Law for the Protection of Industrial Property (FLPIP) was introduced in Congress. The goal: modernize procedures, boost technology transfer, and respond to challenges such as AI and new market practices. The proposal amends 217 articles, adds 23, and repeals 6—a major overhaul of the current framework. Needle-moving novelties AI, ambush marketing, and new trademarks What it means for companies, universities, and startups? Immediate checklist (practical) The 2025 reform sketches a faster, more flexible IP system, updated for AI and evolving market dynamics. To capture its advantages—without sacrificing certainty—prepare robust files, tighten AI compliance processes, and strengthen trademark and tech-transfer strategies. At Merida IP, we advise you on any intellectual property process related to trademarks, trade names, patents, industrial designs, and more. Contact us and boost your company’s growth today. Share this post: Español La Importancia de Negociar a Tiempo un Acuerdo de Coexistencia Marcaria: Estrategia, Oportunidad y Riesgos de la Tardanza Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial En el ámbito de la Propiedad Industrial, uno de los instrumentos más valiosos para resolver conflictos entre marcas similares —sin necesidad de diciembre 3, 2025 Español Marcas para posicionar destinos, rutas y servicios En la industria turística, una marca representa mucho más que un logotipo visual: es la promesa de una experiencia, el respaldo de calidad y la garantía de confianza que los diciembre 1, 2025 Español Cadena de valor del turismo: dónde agrega valor la Propiedad Intelectual (PI) La cadena de valor del turismo y la propiedad intelectual están conectadas en cada paso del camino. Desde el momento en que un viajero sueña con un destino hasta que noviembre 28, 2025 Español Turismo, resiliencia y Propiedad Intelectual: por qué la PI es la nueva ventaja competitiva de los destinos El turismo se ha convertido en un actor clave de la economía global: genera empleo, encadena sectores (cultura, gastronomía, transporte, comercio) y dinamiza a las pymes. Antes de la pandemia, noviembre 20, 2025 Español La importancia de acreditarse como representante legal en expedientes de marcas internacionales en México Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial Introducción Uno de los aspectos menos comprendidos pero de mayor impacto práctico dentro de la gestión de marcas internacionales que designan México es la falta de acreditación formal de un representante legal noviembre 12, 2025
Mexico Debates Regulating AI in Dubbing and Voice-Over: Consent, Clear Notices, and Rapid Takedown
The Senate of the Republic is analyzing a bill to amend the Federal Copyright Law (LFDA) to regulate AI use in dubbing and voice-over. The proposal, introduced by Senator Beatriz Mojica Morga, expands moral and economic rights so performers and authors can oppose voice cloning without consent and establishes a “notice & takedown” mechanism to swiftly disable deepfakes. What would change in the law? Why now? The debate intensified after allegations that the voice of actor Pepe Lavat was cloned with AI in an INE spot, along with mobilizations by actors and announcers demanding rules to prevent impersonation. In addition, Mexico’s Supreme Court recently held that works generated exclusively by AI cannot be protected by copyright, setting the legal backdrop. How it aligns with international trends? The initiative cites comparative references: Practical Implications For studios, brands, and platforms For performers and dubbing houses Status as of the publication date: the bill was introduced and referred to committees; debate continues in the Senate. Share this post: Español La Importancia de Negociar a Tiempo un Acuerdo de Coexistencia Marcaria: Estrategia, Oportunidad y Riesgos de la Tardanza Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial En el ámbito de la Propiedad Industrial, uno de los instrumentos más valiosos para resolver conflictos entre marcas similares —sin necesidad de diciembre 3, 2025 Español Marcas para posicionar destinos, rutas y servicios En la industria turística, una marca representa mucho más que un logotipo visual: es la promesa de una experiencia, el respaldo de calidad y la garantía de confianza que los diciembre 1, 2025 Español Cadena de valor del turismo: dónde agrega valor la Propiedad Intelectual (PI) La cadena de valor del turismo y la propiedad intelectual están conectadas en cada paso del camino. Desde el momento en que un viajero sueña con un destino hasta que noviembre 28, 2025 Español Turismo, resiliencia y Propiedad Intelectual: por qué la PI es la nueva ventaja competitiva de los destinos El turismo se ha convertido en un actor clave de la economía global: genera empleo, encadena sectores (cultura, gastronomía, transporte, comercio) y dinamiza a las pymes. Antes de la pandemia, noviembre 20, 2025 Español La importancia de acreditarse como representante legal en expedientes de marcas internacionales en México Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial Introducción Uno de los aspectos menos comprendidos pero de mayor impacto práctico dentro de la gestión de marcas internacionales que designan México es la falta de acreditación formal de un representante legal noviembre 12, 2025
International Geographical Indications Meeting 2025 (Morelia): Why It Matters to Foreign Brands and How to Leverage It
From October 8–10, 2025, Morelia will host the oriGIn 2025 Biennial, a global gathering on Geographical Indications (GIs) and Appellations of Origin that brings together authorities, producers, and experts. For foreign brands, it’s a unique chance to align branding, compliance, and supply agreements in Mexico and across LATAM. What is the International GI Meeting? It’s the biennial meeting of oriGIn (the international GI network), featuring a general assembly, conferences, field visits, and an expo. In 2025, the emphasis is on strengthening GI groups in Latin America and developing artisanal GIs, with working sessions in ES/EN/FR. Why foreign brands should care (F&B, cosmetics, gourmet) Three practical ways to capitalize on the event Common mistakes to avoid when entering Mexico How we support you Contact us and we’ll advise you on how to enter the market correctly—while benefiting from GI frameworks. Share this post: Español La Importancia de Negociar a Tiempo un Acuerdo de Coexistencia Marcaria: Estrategia, Oportunidad y Riesgos de la Tardanza Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial En el ámbito de la Propiedad Industrial, uno de los instrumentos más valiosos para resolver conflictos entre marcas similares —sin necesidad de diciembre 3, 2025 Español Marcas para posicionar destinos, rutas y servicios En la industria turística, una marca representa mucho más que un logotipo visual: es la promesa de una experiencia, el respaldo de calidad y la garantía de confianza que los diciembre 1, 2025 Español Cadena de valor del turismo: dónde agrega valor la Propiedad Intelectual (PI) La cadena de valor del turismo y la propiedad intelectual están conectadas en cada paso del camino. Desde el momento en que un viajero sueña con un destino hasta que noviembre 28, 2025 Español Turismo, resiliencia y Propiedad Intelectual: por qué la PI es la nueva ventaja competitiva de los destinos El turismo se ha convertido en un actor clave de la economía global: genera empleo, encadena sectores (cultura, gastronomía, transporte, comercio) y dinamiza a las pymes. Antes de la pandemia, noviembre 20, 2025 Español La importancia de acreditarse como representante legal en expedientes de marcas internacionales en México Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial Introducción Uno de los aspectos menos comprendidos pero de mayor impacto práctico dentro de la gestión de marcas internacionales que designan México es la falta de acreditación formal de un representante legal noviembre 12, 2025
Who Files More IP Registrations: Companies, Entrepreneurs, or Universities? Find Out
In the world of intellectual property (IP), not all players participate at the same level. The latest report reveals which groups dominate patent, trademark, and industrial design filings, offering insights into who is driving innovation and safeguarding intangible assets. Companies – The undisputed leaders Patents and trademarks as core strategy Companies overwhelmingly lead in patent and trademark filings. Technology, pharmaceutical, and automotive giants top the rankings, using IP as a strategic tool to secure competitive advantage and maximize return on investment. Universities – Focused on applied research Academic patents and technology transfer Universities shine particularly in patents related to applied research and technology transfer. They play a key role in biotechnology, renewable energy, and healthcare, where academic knowledge is transformed into market-ready innovation. Entrepreneurs and individuals – The creative spark Trademarks and designs as entry point For entrepreneurs and individual creators, trademarks and industrial designs are often the first step. These registrations protect product identity and help stand out in crowded markets. While their global filing volume is lower than that of companies and universities, their disruptive innovation impact is significant. The global picture is clear: companies lead IP filings, followed by universities, then entrepreneurs—each with distinct strategies and motivations. The takeaway is that, regardless of size or sector, protecting IP is essential for competing and growing. Safeguard your innovation with expert support. Contact us today and let our intellectual property lawyers guide you from idea to registration. Share this post: Español La Importancia de Negociar a Tiempo un Acuerdo de Coexistencia Marcaria: Estrategia, Oportunidad y Riesgos de la Tardanza Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial En el ámbito de la Propiedad Industrial, uno de los instrumentos más valiosos para resolver conflictos entre marcas similares —sin necesidad de diciembre 3, 2025 Español Marcas para posicionar destinos, rutas y servicios En la industria turística, una marca representa mucho más que un logotipo visual: es la promesa de una experiencia, el respaldo de calidad y la garantía de confianza que los diciembre 1, 2025 Español Cadena de valor del turismo: dónde agrega valor la Propiedad Intelectual (PI) La cadena de valor del turismo y la propiedad intelectual están conectadas en cada paso del camino. Desde el momento en que un viajero sueña con un destino hasta que noviembre 28, 2025 Español Turismo, resiliencia y Propiedad Intelectual: por qué la PI es la nueva ventaja competitiva de los destinos El turismo se ha convertido en un actor clave de la economía global: genera empleo, encadena sectores (cultura, gastronomía, transporte, comercio) y dinamiza a las pymes. Antes de la pandemia, noviembre 20, 2025 Español La importancia de acreditarse como representante legal en expedientes de marcas internacionales en México Por Jose Alberto Mérida Especialista en Propiedad Industrial Introducción Uno de los aspectos menos comprendidos pero de mayor impacto práctico dentro de la gestión de marcas internacionales que designan México es la falta de acreditación formal de un representante legal noviembre 12, 2025