Gulf BPG

Gulf BPG participates and supports the AIPPI-UAE seminar on IP & Innovation in the 5th industrial revolution
2023-04-27
In line with the World IP Day celebration, AIPPI-UAE Group supported by Gulf BPG, hosted a seminar on the IP & Innovation in the 5th industrial revolution. Gulf BPG Chairman Malek Hannouf moderated the Panel on IP and new Tech (AI & Blockchain).

4th Online Training Session for Dubai Customs – IP Day Celebration
2023-04-27
In light of the celebrations of World Intellectual Property Day, Dubai Customs organized a workshop in cooperation with Gulf BPG, entitled “How to distinguish between Genuine and Counterfeit Goods” for the inspectors, where the following brand owners participated:
Apple , Nestle , Samsung Gulf Electronics

Gulf BPG attends Dubai Customs IP Day Celebration
2023-04-26
Dubai Customs celebrated World IP Day under the theme “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity”. His Excellency Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs and CEO of Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, presided over the event. Represented by the Chairman, The Gulf BPG was honored for being the most collaborative partner.

Creating Magic and spreading smiles: Gulf BPG's Heart-warming IP Day Celebration with Children of Determination
2023-04-25 | Senses Canter – DUBAI, UAE
Gulf BPG organized a special IP Day celebration this year at the Senses Canter for kids with determination, the children were involved in hands-on experiences, creating their own soaps, candles, bath bombs, and perfumes with expert guidance from the Lab Licious team. They also enjoyed engaging in entertainment and sports activities tailored to their abilities and a delicious lunch was also part of the day. The success of this unique IP Day celebration was evident in the children’s smiles and sense of accomplishment. Let’s be inspired to support and protect creative efforts in every individual, fostering a world where every idea is respected, and every child is encouraged to dream big.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Senses Canter and Mama Nadia Al Sayegh, the founder of this incredible canter. Their generosity and support made it possible for the Gulf BPG team to be a
part of a truly special day in the lives of these wonderful children.

1st Online Training Session for Sultanate of Oman IP Enforcement Departments
2023-04-17
Attended this session inspectors and IP specialists from Customs, Consumer Protection and inspectors from the General Directorate for Standards and Metrology of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Participated Brand: Louis Vuitton & Puma

Gulf BPG Hosts Ramadan Suhoor Gathering 2023
2023-04-12
Gulf BPG hosted a Suhoor gathering on the evening of April 12, 2023, at the stunning Al Majlis Tent located at Jumeirah Emirates Towers overlooking the Museum of The Future. The event was attended by our esteemed members as well as several VIP guests from EIPA, the French embassy and JETRO who added to the charm of the evening.
The ambiance was lively, and the mood was festive as guests mingled. The evening was a perfect mix of great food, delightful conversations, and memorable experiences.

Gulf BPG Participates in AD Customs Celebration of the World Book and Copyright Day 2023
2023-04-12
Gulf BPG Represented by Munir Suboh – Partner at BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP, participated in the World Book and Copyright Day 2023 celebrations organized by AD Customs from April 10 to 14. where he delivered a presentation on ” Copyright and Technology in UAE 2023 “.

4th Online Training Session for AD Customs
2023-04-11
Participated Brand: Tangle Teezer & Rimowa

Gulf BPG Participates in AD Customs Celebration of the World Book and Copyright Day 2023
2023-04-11
Gulf BPG Represented by Attorney Rani Sader – Chief Legal Innovation Officer at Sader Publishers 1863, participated in the World Book and Copyright Day 2023 celebrations organized by AD Customs from April 10 to 14. where he delivered a presentation on “Copyright and Related Rights: Challenges Resulting from Recent Technological Developments”.

Gulf BPG attends Dubai Customs Ramadan Suhoor Gathering 2023
2023-04-10 | Intercontinental Festival City Hotel, Dubai
Gulf BPG delegate attended Dubai Customs Ramadan Suhoor gathering in the presence of His Excellency Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs, CEO of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, and the department’s leadership team. This event takes place every year to foster better communication with partners and customers, as highlighted in His Excellency’s speech per the below link.
https://www.dubaicustoms.gov.ae/ar/NewsCenter/Pages/NewsDetail.aspx?NewsId=1902

4th Online Training session for AD DED
2023-04-05
Participated Brand: Google & Fitbit

DCCC 1st meeting
2023-03-21 10:00 - 23:30 (Asia/Dubai)
Agenda-Online DCCC Meeting-21 March- 2023
Gulf BPG represented by Chairman Malek Hannouf attended the 1st DCCC meeting for 2023, where they discussed The Dubai Economic Agenda D33, a comprehensive plan aimed at doubling Dubai’s economy by 2033 and positioning the city as a top three global economic powerhouse. The council stressed the significance of cooperation between the public and private sectors to achieve these goals. H.E. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs and CEO of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, expressed his confidence in Dubai’s economic growth for the current year, citing a strong start in the first quarter as an indication of continued momentum from the previous year. The council meeting also included discussions on innovative incentives provided by Dubai Customs, the crucial role of small and medium-sized enterprises in the UAE economy, and Dubai’s ambitious plans to achieve global leadership

Mother’s Day Celebration
2023-03-20 | Senses Centre
“This year, Gulf BPG marked Mother’s Day in a unique way by being part of a touching event organized by the Senses Centre for children with special needs. The event featured numerous performances and activities that involved not only the centre’s children but also kids from other schools”.

3rd Online Training Session for AD DED
2023-03-15
Participated Brand: Danfoss & Ferrero

3rd Online Training session for AD Customs
2023-03-14
Participated Brand: Ferrero & Lincoln

Ist Online Training session for Qatar MoCI
2023-03-14
Participated Brand: Ferrero & Beiersdorf

3rd Online Training Session for Dubai Customs
2023-03-10
Participated brands :
HP , Unilever, and P&G

Gulf BPG participates in RAK DED organized event of Zawaya Cultural Creative Festival
2023-03-06
Within the events of Zawaya Cultural Creative Festival, RAKDED organized an introductory workshop about the Brand Owners Protection Group (Gulf BPG) to talk about the enforcement of intellectual property rights and laws and to educate companies and consumers about combating counterfeiting and illegal trade along with cooperation with the relevant law enforcement authorities.

1st IP webinar for 2023 - IP Asset Valuation
2023-03-02
Location: Online via Teams.
On March 2nd, 2023, a highly informative webinar on IP Asset Valuation was held online via Teams. The event was organized by Gulf BPG – Brand Owners Protection Group, AIPPI-UAE – International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property in the UAE, Economic Service – French Embassy in UAE; French National Institute for Industrial Property (INPI) – France, EIPA – Emirates Intellectual Property Association, and the Ministry of Economy – Department of Trademarks and Copyright – UAE.
The webinar began with a welcome note from Mrs. Hoda Barakat – President of AIPPI, and Ms. Rasha Al-Ardah, Board Member of Gulf BPG, AIPPI-UAE, and Partner at Al Tamimi & Company, moderated the session.
The webinar covered various topics related to IP Asset Valuation, each presented by a prominent expert in the field. The first topic discussed was the Principles of IP Valuation in Europe, presented by Dr. Pierre Berbinau, Co-President of the International relations Committee of the CNCPI, European, and French Patent Attorney, CNCPI, France and Mr. William Hammond, Co-President of the Committee of the Fiscality and IP Financial valuation of the CNCPI, European, and French Patent Attorney, CNCPI, France.
The second topic covered IP Due Diligence in M&A Contexts, presented by Mr. Hussam Abu Hamdeh, Board Member of Gulf BPG and Regional Legal Advisor – Gulf & Arab Countries at Ferrero. This session highlighted the crucial role of IP due diligence in mergers and acquisitions and the various aspects to consider during the process.
The final topic discussed was IP Valuation: Methods and Trends, presented by Mr. Hady Khawand, Secretary of AIPPI-UAE, Board member of Gulf BPG, and Partner at Saba IP. This session explored the different methods used to value IP assets and the latest trends in the field.
The webinar ended with a Q&A session where attendees could ask questions and clarify any doubts they may have had about IP Asset Valuation.
Overall, the 1st IP webinar for 2023 was a great success, with attendees gaining valuable insights and information from the esteemed experts in the field. In addition, it was an excellent opportunity for professionals in the IP industry to enhance their knowledge and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in IP asset valuation.

Dubai Customs Future Foresight Roundtable: "Innovating Together for a Sustainable Economy" during UAE Innovation Week 2023
2023-02-23 | Intercontinental Hotel, Festival City
“Gulf BPG delegation headed by Chairman Malek Hannouf , attended a brainstorming session with Dubai Customs under the theme “Innovating Together for a Sustainable Future”. Chairman presented two innovative ideas re the creation of a single window for IP enforcement in UAE along with a decentralized brand (on blockchain) from supply chain to retail”

12th Regional IP Crime Conference for the Middle East and North Africa – 2023
2023-02-21 - 2023-02-22 | Mohammed Bin Rashid Library – Dubai, UAE.
The 12th Regional IP Crime Conference for the Middle East and North Africa took place on 21 -22 February 2023 in Dubai, UAE. INTERPOL, Dubai Police and Emirates IP Association (EIPA) co-hosted this conference in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Economy, Dubai Customs, and the Brand Owners’ Protection Group (Gulf BPG). The conference theme was “Building Capabilities to Drive IP Leadership”.
Gulf BPG actively participated in the conference, with Chairman Malek Hannouf and Vice Chairman Norma Akoury delivering an engaging session on the first day titled “State of The Art Snapshots From The Business World”. Malek Hannouf, Chairman of Gulf BPG, was awarded by His Excellency Lieutenant General Dahi Khalfan Tamim, The Deputy Chief of Police and General Security, for being a valuable strategic partner.
Additionally, Yara Khalifah, Gulf BPG Admin & Operations Manager, received her IP Diploma certificate during the graduation ceremony of the Intellectual Property Expert Diploma Program – 7th batch 2022, presented by His Excellency Lieutenant General Dahi Khalfan Tamim.
On the second day of the conference, Gulf BPG led a workshop on IP and sustainability, working with representatives from several recycling companies to prepare an action plan that emphasizes the importance of promoting innovation, creativity, and responsible use of resources for a sustainable future.
Throughout the two-day conference, Gulf BPG hosted a booth for networking and side meetings and announced the appointment of AIPPI-UAE as an observer member at the Gulf BPG Board.

Gulf BPG Joins UAE Delegation to Japan
2023-02-14 - 2023-02-17
A delegation, including the Chairman of Gulf BPG, EIPA and members from various ministries, local departments and institutions in the United Arab Emirates, embarked on a visit to Japan.
This journey began by visiting Tokyo Customs to observe and learn about best practices in the field of intellectual property (IP) and combating counterfeit goods.
Several visits took place on the second day; a meeting was held with the Executive Vice President of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO). Mr. Malek Hannouf, Chairman of Brand Owners Protection Group, delivered a presentation on the group’s responsibilities and role in combatting counterfeit goods. He shared valuable experiences gained through collaborations with law enforcement agencies in the UAE.
Moreover, the delegation visited the Japanese National Police Agency, the Community Safety Office and the Illegal Products Department, where they learned about their roles in fighting counterfeit goods and engaged in fruitful exchanges of experiences.
On the third day, the delegation visited the Anti-Counterfeiting Goods Office and the International Cooperation Department in the Japanese Patent Office. A detailed presentation on the role and tasks of the Japanese Patent Office was provided, with a particular emphasis on community education to combat counterfeiting. The visit facilitated the exchange of experiences and knowledge.
Finally, a meeting was held with International Intellectual Property Protection Forum (IIPPF) and several Japanese companies among which Toyota, Nissan and Honda were potential collaborations in the fight against counterfeit products was discussed.
This visit allowed Gulf BPG to join forces with the UAE delegation, enhancing collaboration and knowledge-sharing in the ongoing efforts to combat counterfeit goods and protect intellectual property rights.

2nd Training session for AD Customs
2023-02-14
Over 120 attended this session.
Participated Brand: Nestle & Ecyclex.

F2F workshop/training for Qatar MoCI
2023-02-09 | Le Royal Meridien hotel – Doha, Qatar
Location: Le Royal Meridien hotel – Doha, Qatar,
This was Attended by 45 officials.
Participated brands: LV, APPLE, LUXOTTICA, UNILEVER, JTI, TOUS, DURACELL, GSK, and CATERPILLAR.

2nd training session for Dubai Customs
2023-02-09
Participated Brand: MOBIS, Ecyclex & Burberry.

2nd training session for AD DED inspectors
2023-02-08
Participated Brand: Bath and Body works and BMW.

1st Tech & Recycling companies - Countercheck
2023-02-07
Mr.Pietro Gagliano – Manager at Countercheck, presented their new way of blocking counterfeits. End-to-end technology allows brands and IP owners to access sortation centers and stop IP-infringed products.

Gulf BPG Annual General Meeting 2023
2023-01-19
Gulf BPG held its Annual General Meeting at Address Skyview- Dubai UAE. 60 people attended the meeting. Malek Hannouf, Chairman of Gulf BPG, and board members conducted a thorough review of activities, challenges, and achievements in 2022 and discussed the strategy for 2023.

1st training session for Dubai customs No. 86
2023-01-18
Participated Brands: LV, Total Energies and Ferrero.

1st training session for AD Customs
2023-01-17
Participated Brands: LV and Luxottica.
