Gulf BPG

Panel Discussion on Arbitration and the Rise of Renewable Energy Disputes
2023-10-03 | Dubai Chambers Building, Level 13
Gulf BPG delegate attended a panel discussion on “Arbitration and the Rise of Renewable Energy Disputes” organized by The Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) and Saint Joseph University Dubai. The panel included distinguished professionals with extensive experience advising on various energy disputes. In this discussion, experts, practitioners, and stakeholders from various segments gathered to discuss the latest trends and challenges related to arbitration in energy disputes.

F2F WorkshopTraining Session for AD Customs
2023-10-03
Participated Brand: MOBIS , SAMSUNG & JTI.

5th Online Training Session for Sultanate of Oman IP Enforcement Departments.
2023-09-26
Participated Brand: Unilever & Ecyclex

IPR Border Enforcement Workshop for UAE Federal Authority
2023-09-21
The Gulf Brand Protection Group was invited to participate in the IPR Border Enforcement Workshop for UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security organized by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on the 21st of September 2023. Rima El-Achkar, the director of communication at the Gulf BPG presented during the Industry Session and highlighted the current trends and techniques to identify counterfeit products.

2nd Online Training Session for Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property – SAIP – KSA
2023-09-20
Participated Brand: DORMAKABA, HUAWEI, and Burberry.

Seminar on Combatting Online Infringement
2023-09-14 | Intercontinental Hotel – Festival City- Dubai
Under the patronage of the Ministry of Economy in the UAE, Gulf BPG organized a seminar on Combatting Online Infringement, in cooperation with, Economic Service – French Embassy in the UAE; French National Institute for Industrial Property (INPI), AIPPI-UAE and Emirates Intellectual Property Association.
Malek Hannouf, Gulf BPG chairman, welcomed all stakeholders and opened the seminar with a speech stressing on the importance of collaboration between Law enforcement authorities, online platforms and brand owners in order to succeed combatting online infringement in fast path tech world.
Afterward, he gave the floor to HE Dr. Abdel Rahman Almuaini, Assistant Undersecretary for IP Section at the Ministry Of Economy UAE, who highlighted the importance of addressing this critical challenge. He acknowledged the transformative power of the Internet and e-commerce, and on the other hand, the threat posed by online infringement, including piracy and cyberattacks.
HE Al Muaini stressed on the need for global collaboration, emphasizing the UAE’s commitment to creating a platform for knowledge sharing. He urged active participation of all stakeholders emphasizing the potential for collective efforts to ensure a safer digital future.
This event brought together experts and leaders from online platforms, as well as legal and regulatory entities, to discuss crucial topics surrounding intellectual property online enforcement and protection. Offering valuable insights and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders in the field.
The first panel, titled “The Voice of Online Platforms” was moderated by Malek Hannouf, Chairman of Gulf BPG, brought together prominent insights on the platforms procedures and figures on their efforts. These platforms included Pauline Monier, Director of Global IP Enforcement at Alibaba Group, and Hadi Al Kanani, responsible for Brand Protection Strategic Partnerships at Amazon and a Board Member at Gulf BPG.
The second panel, focused on “Legal and Regulatory Perspectives,” was moderated by Hoda Barakat, President of AIPPI UAE and Board Member of EIPA. The panel featured distinguished speakers such as Yamish Yakoob, IP Attache for the GCC from UKIPO, Dr. Jinane Kabbara, an IP Counsellor-ME-INPI Expert, and Bassel El Turk, the Vice President of AIPPI-UAE. Said panel tackled the legal framework of online enforcement in the UAE in comparison with France and UK systems.
This event marked a successful beginning in fostering collaboration among key stakeholders in the field, paving the way for future endeavors.

Webinar on Office Recycling - Let's work together for a more sustainable future!
2023-09-13
“ Gulf BPG & Recycling Companies members organized an engaging “Office Recycling Awareness Session” designed to empower individuals and organizations to take concrete workplace sustainability steps. Gulf BPG Chairman welcomed the audience thanked everyone for attending and stressed on the importance of Recycling in safeguarding our environment, emphasizing the need for immediate action.
Topics discussed innovative ways to reduce food waste and promote eco-friendly practices. Plastics and Paper Recycling, E-waste management, digital solutions for office recycling, and valuable tips on conducting and maintaining impactful recycling awareness programs.
This event aimed to inspire a greener workplace, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to implement successful office recycling programs. The webinar was concluded with a request to continue the collective journey towards a greener future, one where sustainability is at the forefront of our workplace practices.”

4th Online Training Session for Qatar MoCI
2023-09-12
Participated Brand: Unilever & Lincoln Electric

MoE Roundtable discussion focuses on assessing the current state of the IP sector
2023-09-07
On the 7th of September 2023, the Ministry of Economy in the UAE invited the Gulf BPG along with other Associations and IP service providers to a round table under the theme of “ Hiwar” at Al Khawaneej Majlis in Dubai.
The discussion was led by His Excellency Abdulla Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, who emphasized the importance of collaboration between public and private sectors to improve the IP ecosystem.
His Excellency Dr. Abdelrahman Almuaini, Assistant Undersecretary at the Ministry of Economy, added that the new federal laws on Copyrights, trademarks, and Industrial Property, along with the new structure of the IP sector at the Ministry of Economy are part of the new initiatives to develop the IP ecosystem.
Malek Hannouf, Chairman of the Gulf BPG, highlighted the importance of implementing a full digital transformation from registration through blockchain technology, to automation of the examination process and finally creating a unified database linked with all Law Enforcement Authorities to identify challenges, potential areas of improvement through data analysis.

F2F workshop/training for Kuwait MoCI & Customs
2023-09-07 | Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa
Gulf BPG hosted an in-person training workshop for Kuwaiti authorities, including representatives from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) and Customs. The event attracted approximately 45 officials, and 14 brands conducted training sessions focused on differentiating between genuine and counterfeit products. The workshop was highly successful, marked by active engagement and interaction among participants.

9th Online Training session for AD Customs
2023-09-05
Participated Brand: JTI & WD-40.

4th Online Training Session for Sultanate of Oman IP Enforcement Departments.
2023-09-04
Participated Brand: P&G

1st Online Training Session for Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property – SAIP – KSA
2023-08-23
Participated Brand: Tiffany & Beiersdorf.

8th Online Training Session for Dubai Customs
2023-08-10
Participated Brand: Canon Inc., Honda Motor Co. & Toyota Motor

8th Online Training session for AD Customs
2023-08-01
Participated Brand: Google & FITBIT

7th Online Training session for AD Customs
2023-07-17
Participated Brand: TOSHIBA & Beiersdorf

F2F Workshop for Saudi Arabia Intellectual Property Authority (SAIP)
2023-07-12 - 2023-07-13 | SAIP premises – Riyadh
In collaboration with the Saudi Arabia Intellectual Property Authority (SAIP), Gulf BPG conducted a two-day face-to-face workshop for SAIP inspectors. Brand owners such as LV, RIMOWA, APPLE, ADIDAS, AMAZON, GUCCI, Richmont, Montblanc, VCA Cartier, Hermes, and Ferrero participated, providing insights on distinguishing between genuine and counterfeit products.

7th Online Training Session for Dubai Customs
2023-07-05
Participated Brand : PUMA , HUAWEI , FENDI & LVMH

7th Online Training Session for AD DED
2023-07-05
Participated Brand: NISSAN and SAMSUNG.

DCCC 2nd meeting – 19 June 2023
2023-06-19
Gulf BPG represented by Chairman Malek Hannouf attended the 2nd DCCC meeting for 2023, where H.E. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs and CEO of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation delivered the opening speech followed by presentations and discussions on “ Trade, Technology & the new world order “, “Current and Future Economic Agreements “ and “Self-Audit”.

3rd Online Training Session for Sultanate of Oman IP Enforcement Departments
2023-06-13
3rd Online Training Session for Sultanate of Oman IP Enforcement Departments.
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: MOBIS & FERRERO

3rd Online Training Session for Qatar MoCI
2023-06-13
Participated Brand: MOBIS, Nestle, and LVMH.

2nd IP webinar for 2023 - Press, Media, Journalism & IP
2023-06-07
On June 7th, 2023, an informative online webinar on Press, Media, Journalism & IP was conducted via Teams. The event was collaboratively organized by the Ministry of Economy – Department of Trademarks and Copyright – UAE, 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 INTA – International Trademark Association.
The session began with Mrs. Jinane Kabbara – IP Counsellor at INPI, Embassy of France, giving the opening remarks and welcoming everyone and Mrs. Maria Farrukh Irfan Khan, AIPPI-UAE Board member and Senior Partner at UTMPS, who moderated the session.
The webinar covered a range of topics related to Press, Media, Journalism & IP, each presented by well-known experts in their respective fields.
The first session was presented by Mrs. Marie-Avril Roux Steinkühler, an IP/IT Lawyer from MARS – IP, wherein she focused on Copyright and journalism, exploring the rights of press publishers and copyright issues related to artificial intelligence.
The following topic touched on FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 TM- IP in Social Media, with Mr. Aarij Wasti, Director of Legal & Compliance at FIFA World Cup. He shed light on the FIFA World Cup Commercial Program and Brand Protection Program along with providing online enforcement statistics and case examples.
The final subject examined Copyright in the context of TV, digital media, and social media, led by Mrs. Sara Maroun, Senior Legal Counsel at MBC Group & Counsel at AL Arabiya News Network. This session highlighted piracy challenges posed by new media and AI, MBC’s experience with FIFA as a major broadcaster in the region despite not being a licensee, and the utilization of user-generated content and fair use for news organizations.
The webinar concluded with an interactive Q&A session. The event was highly successful, providing attendees with valuable insights and knowledge shared by esteemed experts in the field. Moreover, it served as an excellent platform for IP industry professionals to enhance their understanding and remain up to date on the latest trends and best practices in the field of IP.

6th Online Training session for AD DED
2023-06-07
Participated Brand: WD-40 and PMI.

Webinar on Press Media Journalism and IP
2023-06-07

6th Online Training Session for AD Customs
2023-06-06
Participated Brand: APPLE, PUMA.

6th Online Training Session for Dubai Customs
2023-06-01
Participated Brand : NGK SPARK PLUG CO , Yakult Middle East and Nissan

Dubai Wins the Bid to Host the INTA Annual Meeting in 2026
2023-05-31
Exciting news! Dubai has been honored to host the INTA Annual Meeting in 2026. This prestigious event will showcase our city’s unique qualities and global appeal.
Congratulations to everyone who played a role in securing this bid. We can’t wait to welcome attendees from around the world to experience all that Dubai has to offer. Get ready for an incredible event that will surely leave a lasting impression.
Dubai Media Office :
“Dubai has won the bid to host the International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting in 2026. The city was selected as the host of the premier global gathering of professionals and experts in the field of trademarks and intellectual property during the opening ceremony of the 2023 INTA Annual Meeting held in Singapore on 17 May. Dubai will be the first city in the Middle East to host the prestigious event.
Held annually, the event brings together over 8,000 experts in the field of intellectual property, including lawyers, trademark owners, government officials and academics to discuss vital issues related to intellectual property rights, with a particular focus on trademarks and copyrights.
Read more: mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2023/May/17-05/International-Trademark-Association

Gulf BPG Participates in MoE IP Workshop
2023-05-30
Brand Owners Protection Group represented by Chairman Malek Hannouf participated in the Intellectual property crime description workshop organized by the Ministry of Economy and in cooperation with Economic Service – French Embassy in UAE; French National Institute for Industrial Property (INPI) – France.

AD Customs IPR workshops for Shipping and clearance companies
2023-05-30
Brand Owners Protection Group (Gulf BPG) participated in the AD Customs IPR Workshop organized for Shipping and clearance companies, represented by Mr. Bassam Salah Al Azzeh – Senior Associate at Al Tamimi & Company, where he addressed the IP rules and regulations, highlighted the challenges and provided suggestions for this specific industry.
