Unified Patent Court Intelligence: 2026-W35
Published Monday 08:00 UTC · Curated by UPC-Intel Docket Desk
Executive Takeaways
During 2026-W35, the Unified Patent Court issued 14 notable procedural and substantive orders. The Munich Local Division continues its accelerated cadence on applications for provisional measures, averaging 32 days from initial application to substantive hearing.
Significant procedural guidance emerged from the Düsseldorf Local Division under Rule 262.1 and 262.2 of the Rules of Procedure (RoP), clarifying the scope of confidentiality clubs in multi-defendant telecommunications disputes.
Noteworthy Decisions Handed Down
Sanofi-Aventis v. Amgen Inc. (EP 3 883 351): Partial preliminary injunction granted. Evidentiary threshold for urgency and validity evaluated under Article 62 UPCA.
Panasonic Holdings v. Xiaomi Communications (EP 2 154 874): Confidentiality club order granted under Rule 262 RoP. Attorney-eyes-only provisions restricted to nominated litigation representatives.
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