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We grant and register intellectual property (IP) rights in New Zealand. Our services help you protect your innovations so that you get the full economic benefit of your IP.
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Purpose This privacy statement explains how we collect, store, use, and disclose personal information that people provide to us when using our website and services. The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (‘IPONZ’, ‘we’ or ‘us’) is a business unit of Ministry of Business,…
Glossary
A list of words or terms used on this website that have specific meanings in the area of intellectual property.
About IP
Overview
IP business management
Businesses need to be aware of intellectual property, and should put measures in place to manage this.
About IP
Patents
International
A patent only protects an invention in one country or region (eg Europe). While there is no such thing as a worldwide patent, international patent law can make it easier to get patents granted in a number of different countries.
About IP
Geographical indications
Enforcing
Enforcement of a registered GI is the responsibility of the person(s) who registered the GI, or those who benefit from it.
News and updates
Decisions of the Commissioner – August 2023
Decisions of the Commissioner issued in August are now available.
About IP
Designs
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Prepare the following before you begin your design application.
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Patents
Hearings
Patents hearing decisions
After a hearing takes place, the Assistant Commissioner will consider the matter and then issue a formal decision.
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Trade marks
Trade Mark Hearings
Decisions
After a hearing takes place, the Assistant Commissioner will consider the matter and then issue a formal decision.
