DATE: April 23, 2024 (16:00 – 17:00 CET)

VENUE: Rouse Sweden at Sveavägen 24, 111 57, Stockholm

SACG is pleased to announce its forthcoming seminar with Mr. Chris Bailey from Rouse!

Chris is the Head of UK and EU Enforcement for Rouse, having spent 27 years in China managing brand protection programs for IP owners in various industries such as apparel, luxury goods, electronics, automotive, and healthcare.                 

Chris will talk about some of the typical challenges that foreign IP owners face in managing enforcement online, evidence gathering, and handling cases with customs, police and the courts. He will also share some of his experiences with major cross-border cases involving China, and best practices in bridging online and offline enforcement activities.

We are also happy to present the opportunity for participants to submit questions to Chris ahead of the seminar.

The seminar will be followed by a mingle and opportunity to network with our speaker and participants (17:00 – 18:00).  

Kindly confirm your attendance and submit your questions no later than April 20th to: Karin.Soderberg@sandvik.com
It will also be possible to connect online. If you intended to do so, please indicate this in your email confirmation.

Date: April 10th, 2024 (16:00 – 18:00 CET)

Venue: Sandart & Partners Law Firm at Kungsgatan 28A, 111 35 Stockholm

In 2024, the EUIPO Observatory published its report on the economic impact of counterfeit in the clothing, cosmetics, and toy sectors in the EU. The Observatory's study, drawing on data from 2018-2021, found that counterfeit goods not only affect sales but also lead to significant job losses. The clothing sector alone with an estimated reduction of 160 000 jobs, with the cosmetics and toy sectors losing 32 000 and 3 600 jobs, respectively.           

In summary, the report suggests that the EU faces an increasingly pressing issue as counterfeit goods continue to cost the clothing, cosmetics, and toy industries a staggering EUR 16 billion in sales and nearly 200 000 jobs each year. It also discloses the deep economic impact of fake products on these sectors and the serious health and safety issues they pose to consumers.  

SACG welcomes participants and stakeholders into this very current and compelling subject where we will tackle questions such as: how counterfeiting undermines the reputation and integrity of legitimate brands, how transparency in supply chains can help identify and mitigate the risks of counterfeiting, and how counterfeit goods often leads to job losses in the legitimate manufacturing and retail sectors.

The seminar will be followed by a mingle and opportunity to network with our speakers and participants (18:00 – 19:00).   

Main speakers/panelists for the seminar include:

• Gustav melander, Senior legal advisor, Swedish Patent and Registration Office (PRV)

• Magnus Nikkarinen, Senior  Policy Director Sustainability  at Swedish Commerce (Svensk Handel)

• Staffan Olsson, Head of Public Affairs at GS1 Sweden

• SANDRA LOOFT, Legal Counsel at H&M GBC AB

• Andreas Koschnike, Board member Swedish Commerce Fashion (Svensk Handel Stil) and Director E-commerce of J.Lindeberg 

The panel will also include a representative for a famous clothing company, which will be disclosed in due course.

Kindly confirm your attendance no later than April 8th, 2024 to: inbjudan@sandart.se 

It will also be possible to connect online. Please inform us if you intend to do so.

See you on the 10th of April!

Links to presentations:

PRV - Economic impact of counterfeiting in the clothing, cosmetics, and toy sectors in the EU
GS1 - Global Standards 1
H&M - HM Group and counterfeiting

SACG is pleased to announce its forthcoming webinar on Alibaba’s IPR protection programs and initiatives with Alibaba International!

Our speaker for the webinar is:

Mr. Claudio Bergonzi, Director of IP enforcement at Alibaba International

Alibaba is a multinational conglomerate specializing in e-commerce, digital services and technology. It has quickly grown to become one of the world’s largest and most influential e-commerce companies. In 2023, Alibaba reorganized its business into 6 independent companies. E-commerce platforms are now in two separate companies: Alibaba International Digital Commerce (AIDC) for International platforms such as Alibaba.com, AliExress, Lazada, and Miravia, while the Taobao Tmall Group (TTG) is for all domestic platforms (Tmall, Taobao for instance)

Alibaba’s brand protection program rests on four pillars: efficient and effective notice and takedown procedures; proactive identification and removal of IP-infringing listings using advanced technologies; support of law enforcement and rights holders on offline investigations; and robust stakeholder collaboration, including with rights holders, trade associations and government enforcement agencies.

From a rights holder’s perspective, we may ask ourselves how Alibaba’s commitments work in the increasing digital and AI age, and how Alibaba’s cooperation with law enforcement and rights holders actually work in practice? These are some of the few touch points that will be raised during this event together with other practical insights that will be shared by Mr. Claudio Bergonzi.

We are also happy to present the opportunity for participants to submit questions to Mr. Claudio Bergonzi before the seminar. However, some of those questions could be addressed in a follow-up since there is a limited time ahead of the webinar. There will also be an opportunity to raise questions during the seminar. 

Kindly confirm your attendance and submit your questions no later than February 12th to: Karin.Soderberg@sandvik.com

December 7, 2023

Agenda:

16:00 – 18:00: Seminar and Panel discussion

18:00: Mingle and networking

Location: Schjødt Law Firm, Hamngatan 27, Stockholm, Sweden

Join us for a seminar that delves into a very current and compelling subject where environmental consciousness meets the battle against counterfeit goods. Our distinguished panel of speakers, representing the industry, customs authorities, the Patent and Registration Office and the Swedish trade organization, will provide diverse perspectives on the concerted efforts to prevent the trade of counterfeit goods.

The seminar will explore into the following topics:

Recycling Revolution: explore the evolving landscape of recycling and sustainable practices. Invited industry experts will shed light on the latest innovations, challenges, and opportunities in recycling, emphasizing the role of businesses and consumers in fostering a more sustainable future.

Second-Hand Shops as Agents of Change: hear about the significant role played by second-hand shops in promoting a circular economy. Learn how these establishments contribute to reducing waste, promoting reusability, and creating a positive impact on both the environment and society.

Anti-Counterfeiting Strategies: customs authorities and industry leaders will share insights into the ongoing battle against counterfeit goods. Gain a deeper understanding of the sophisticated techniques employed by criminals, and discover the collaborative efforts between authorities and businesses to protect consumers and uphold the integrity of brands.

Perspectives from the Swedish Trade Organization: the Swedish Trade Organization will provide a national perspective, discussing the regulatory landscape, policy initiatives, and collaborative approaches that contribute to the prevention of counterfeit goods within the country.
Main speakers/panelists for the seminar include:

Peter Hedin, PRV

Magnus Nikkarinen, Svensk Handel

Per Holgersson, Tullverket

Emelie Johansson & Stina Ljungqvist, Erikshjälpen

Our moderators for the seminar are:

Jolanda Girzl, Svensk Handel

Gustav Melander, PRV

Hope to see you there!

Kindly confirm your attendance no later than December 5th to: sandra.looft@hm.com

It will also be possible to connect online. Please inform us if you intend to do so

Links to the presentations:

Peter Hedin - Swedish Patents and Registration Office (PRV)
Per Holgersson - Swedish Customs Austhority (Tullverket)
Magnus Nikkanen, Svensk Handel
Emelie Johansson och Stina Ljungkvist, Erikshjälpen

The audio recordings from the seminar can be obtained by emailing Sandra.Loof@hm.com and Karin.Soderberg@sandvik.com

Vi vill uppmärksamma våra medlemmar på att det har skett uppdateringar kring Ansökan om ingripande mot piratkopior (AFA) som Tullverket vill informera om.

Kommissionen vill under 2024 göra det obligatoriskt att hantera alla ansökningar om ingripande elektroniskt (e-AFA). Detta innebär att alla AFA som lämnas in i Sverige, förlängningar och ändringar av befintliga AFA, ska göras elektroniskt via EUIPO:s IP Enforcement Portal (IPEP - www.ipenforcementportal.eu). Det är fortfarande oklart när exakt AFA i pappersformat inte längre kan godtas. Tullverket förordar dock att de rättighetshavare och juridiska ombud som vill lämna in en AFA i Sverige använder sig av IPEP redan nu och bekantar sig med portalen eftersom AFA i pappersformat kommer att fasas ut snart.

Vi skickar länken till kommissionens pressmeddelande https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu/news/intellectual-property-rights-ipr-transition-mandatory-use-electronic-applications-action-eafas-2023-10-16_en  där ni kan hitta detaljerade hänvisningar om hur man skapar ett konto i IPEP, fyller i och lämnar in en e-AFA i IPEP lämnar in e-AFA via IPEP. Vid funderingar kring dessa frågor rekommenderar Tullverket att man tar kontakt med IPEP-teamet direkt: ipenforcementportal@euipo.europa.eu.

Agenda:

16:00 – 17:00: SACGs Annual General Meeting (held in Swedish)

17.00: Seminar on the latest developments relating to the EU DSA and AI Act, followed by networking and drinks/nibbles

Location: Schjødt Law Firm, Hamngatan 27, Stockholm, Sweden

The EU legislature has recently adopted or is in the process of adopting key legislation focused on the regulation and governance of the internet and new and emerging technologies.

First, following the adoption of the Digital Services Act (DSA) in late 2022, both national legislature and concerned stakeholders are taking steps to implement and comply with it. Will the DSA realize its key objective of promoting “a safe, predictable and trustworthy online environment”?

Second, the EU’s current proposal for an AI Act, which is part of EU’s initiative to regulate artificial intelligence systems and promote trustworthy and ethical AI developments, is approaching the finish line too. While the AI act proposes strict regulations for high-risk AI systems, it also aims to foster innovation by providing clarity and legal certainty to AI developers, companies, and investors operating within the EU.

The purpose of the seminar is to discuss the legislative challenges and implications surrounding the most recent developments surrounding the DSA and the AI Act. To this end, SACG has invited experts to share their insights into the challenges and implications facing both instruments.            

Our speakers for the seminar (in alphabetical order) are:

Mikael Satama Granberg, MAQS

Måns Sjöstrand, AWA

Sanna Wolk, Schjødt

The presentations will be followed by a panel discussion and an opportunity to network with our speakers and participants. 

Kindly confirm your attendance no later than August 28th to: HELENA.REIMERS@REIMERSIP.COM

For those unable to attend in person, it will also be possible to attend online, just let us know (helena.reimers@reimersip.com) and we will send you an invite.

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Agenda for SACG’s Annual General Meeting

1.       Val av ordförande vid mötet och fastställande av dagordning

2.       Val av två personer att jämte ordföranden justera mötesprotokollet

3.       Styrelsens förvaltningsberättelse

4.       Revisorernas berättelse

5.       Fråga om ansvarsfrihet för styrelsen

6.       Val av styrelse och valberderningens förslag

7.       Val av två revisorer och en revisorssuppleant

8.       Fastställande av årsavgifter i föreningen 

9.       Utseende av valberedning med uppgift att vid nästa årsmöte lämna förslag av styrelseledamöter samt revisorer och revisorssuppleant

10.   Övriga frågor

Bilagor:

Bilaga 1 - Dagordning
Bilaga 2 - Förvaltningsberättelse
Bilaga 3 - Balansräkning
Bilaga 4 - Resultaträkning
Bilaga 5 - Revisorernas berättelse
Bilaga 6 - Valberedningens förslag

Place and time: 17.00 – 18.00 CET, AWA, Jakobsbergsgatan 36 i Stockholm

The rapid growth of technology and new innovations, such as artificial intelligence, create new and improved opportunities for rightsholders to combat counterfeiting and piracy. At the same time, artificial intelligence brings new challenges for industry stakeholders and brand protection providers, while also raising new questions on how rightsholders can most effectively utilize artificial intelligence in combating counterfeits, piracy and brand misuse.

The purpose of the seminar is to exchange insights about the use of artificial intelligence and its ever-growing role in combating piracy and brand misuse. SACG has therefore invited industry experts that will share their insights about new perspectives and challenges related to the use of artificial intelligence in the brand protection industry.

Our speakers for the seminar are:

Måns Sjöstrand (moderator), AWA

Jeppe Hudtloff Viinberg, Righthub

Jamie Williams, H&M

Karin Söderberg, Sandvik

The presentations will be followed by a panel discussion and an opportunity to network with our speakers and participants.

Kindly confirm your attendance no later than May 29th to: helena.reimers@reimersip.com

It will also be possible to connect online. Please inform us if you intend to do so.

As part of the Swedish EU presidency 2023, the EUIPO and the Swedish Intellectual Property Office (PRV) invites participants and stakeholders to a seminar on IPR, social attitudes and sustainability. We are also pleased to announce that SACG’s chairman, Måns Sjöstrand, will be part of the panel discussion together with other stakeholders. The event will take place on February 16th between 9 - 14:00 at Radisson Blu Royal Viking (Vasagatan 1) in Stockholm.

If you are interested attending, please register on the following link

Agenda:

08:30-09:00         Registration, coffee and tea

09:00-09:20         Welcome and introduction

• Moderator, Confederation of Swedish Enterprise, Christina Wainikka, Policy Expert Intellectual Property

• Swedish Government, Sara Modig, State Secretary

• Swedish Intellectual Property Office (PRV), Peter Strömbäck, Director General

• European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), Andrea Di Carlo, Deputy Executive Director

09:20-10:30         IPR and Social attitudes

• PRV, Margareta Ternell, Director of Marketing and communication Department

• Swedish Institute for standards, SiS, Maria Sandqvist

• Swedish Trade Federation, Magnus Nikkarinen

• Spotify, Per Wendin

• Swedish Anti-Counterfeiting Group (SACG), Måns Sjöstrand

10:30-11:00        Coffee break

11:00-12:15        IPR and Sustainability

• EUIPO, Nathan Wajsman, Chief Economist

• EUIPO, Peter Hedin

• Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO), Orsola Lamberti

• European Anti-Counterfeiting Network (REACT), Thorunn Sigurdardottir

• Fenix Outdoor (Fjällräven), Christian Dalsgaard

12:15-13:15        Panel discussion and summary

• EUIPO

• PRV

• Spotify

• REACT

• Fenix Outdoor

13:15-14:30        Lunch

Description

The seminar will focus on social attitudes on IPR and IPR infringement and discuss the social, economic and environmental implication of piracy and the use and distribution of counterfeited goods.

Together with industry, right-holders, authorities, organizations, and other stakeholders we focus on goal 12 in Agenda 2030 (Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns). There are no concrete figures or findings regarding this matter but with the knowledge and experience from legal enforcement authorities, right holders and other stake holders we will discuss and explore what the negative impact of producing, selling and consuming pirated goods has on the environment and the economy.

Production and consumption of pirated and counterfeited products are not in favour of sustainable production and consumption. The poor quality of infringing goods will as well contribute to a higher consumption and a higher pressure on the environment. It is vital to inform the younger generation on how their buying behaviour can either save or ruin the future environment. We will also see how a change of social attitudes can be a tool to make (younger) people more aware of the disadvantages with infringing goods and make them avoid these.

November 10, 2022, at 16.00-18.00 CET

Venue: MAQS Law firm, Stureplan 19, Stockholm

The DSA act is a result of a legislative initiative made by The European Commission to upgrade rules governing digital services in the EU. DSA aim to create a safer digital space where the fundamental rights of users are protected and to establish a level playing field for businesses. DSA is planned to enter into full force on January 1, 2024.

SACG has invited inspiring speakers who will reflect the practical effects of the DSA act from a right holder and consumer perspective, a marketplace perspective and from a view of a legal representative.

Our Speakers for the seminar are;

• Benjamin Neyt, LVMH

• Olivia Mazzucotelli, Amazon

• Ludvig Holm, Westerberg & Partners      

• Lena Johansson, former General Secretary at ICC Sweden

• Måns Sjöstrand, Daniel Wellington

The presentations will be followed by an interesting Panel Debate.

We then end the afternoon with some networking mingle.

We’ll love to see you there!

Please sign up by responding to Karin Söderberg at karin.soderberg@sandvik.com

at the latest on Tuesday November 8, 2022. It will also be possible to connect online, let us know in that case!

Svenska Föreningen mot Piratkopiering
Swedish Anti-Counterfeiting Group (SACG)
www.sacg.se

Presentations:

Link to SACG’s PPT presentation

Link to Benjamin Neyt’s (LVMH) PPT presentation

Årsstämma och seminarium

den 1 juni 2022 kl. 16.00 – 18.30

Advokatfirman Vinge, Smålandsgatan 20 i Stockholm

Välkommen till SACG:s årsstämma med efterföljande seminarium och mingel

16.00 Årsstämma

Välkommen!

Måns Sjöstrand, ordförande SACG (Daniel Wellington)
 

Se dagordning, Bilaga 1

 17.00 Seminarium
 

Riksåklagarens roll som åklagare i HD för immaterialrättsliga mål

My Hedström, Byråchef på rättsavdelningen, Åklagarmyndighetens huvudkontor, gästar oss för att berätta om Riksåklagarens (RÅ) roll som åklagare samt senare immaterialrättsliga RÅ drivit i Högsta domstolen.

Anti-counterfeiting och valutaförfalskningar

Mia Falk, Ansvarig för Corporate Crime & Compliance, Vinge, med tidigare bakgrund på polisen kommer vidare tala för oss på ämnet valutaförfalskningar samt hennes tidigare erfarenheter när hon arbetade mot detta på EUROPOL.

North Face-målet, NJA 2008 s. 1082, i ljuset av senare praxis

Richard Wessman, Jur DR, Head of IP, Vinge, berättar om North Face-målet i HD och hur det kan betraktas i ljuset av senare rättspraxis.

Mingel och informella diskussioner följer seminariet!

Det bjuds även på vin och tilltugg efter.

ANMÄLAN till: karin.crafoord@groth.eu

Bilaga 1 – Dagordning

Dagordning årsstämma den 1 juni 2022 - Svenska Föreningen mot Piratkopiering (SACG)

1.       Val av ordförande vid mötet och fastställande av dagordning

2.       Val av två personer att jämte ordföranden justera mötesprotokollet

3.       Styrelsens förvaltningsberättelse

4.       Revisorernas berättelse

5.       Fråga om ansvarsfrihet för styrelsen

6.       Val av styrelse

7.       Val av två revisorer och en revisorssuppleant

8.       Fastställande av årsavgifter i föreningen

9.       Utseende av valberedning med uppgift att vid nästa årsmöte lämna förslag av styrelseledamöter samt revisorer och revisorssuppleant

10.   Övriga frågor