15 August 2005
The UK Patent Office's online service has proved a huge success, receiving its 1,000th application ahead of its 1st anniversary later this month.
The Patent Office's e-filing system was set up as a far more secure, prompt and convenient way of applying for patents.
It also fits adeptly into the wider infrastructure of the patenting system, allowing applicants to file European applications for the European Patent Office, as well as international applications for the World Intellectual Property Organisation in Geneva.
Sean Dennehey, Director of Patents at the Patent Office, was cheered by the development.
He commented: "I am delighted that we have reached 1,000 electronically filed patent applications within a year of the system's launch.
"This shows the value of our continuing commitment to provide our customers with electronic services.
"The cooperation between the European Patent Office and the UK Patent Office has enabled us to provide a reliable and efficient option for filing patent applications in the 21st century."
To help new customers with e-filing, joint training days are being arranged for October 2005.
Details of these will appear on the Patent Office website shortly.
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