Refusal of application for a European Union trade mark

(Article 7 and Article 42(2) EUTMR)

Alicante, 13/11/2020

HEUMANN RECHTS- UND PATENTANWAELTE

Hermann-Fein-Str. 9

D-70599 Stuttgart

ALEMANIA

Application No:	018265904
Your reference:	02-20-840
Trade mark:	DOCK & LOCK
Mark type:	Word mark
Applicant:	Aptiv Technologies Limited Erin Court, Bishop's Court Hill St. Michael BARBADOS

The Office raised an objection on 19/08//2020 pursuant to Article 7(1) (b) and (c) and Article 7(2) EUTMR because it found that the trade mark applied for is not eligible for registration, for the reasons set out in the attached letter, which forms an integral part of this decision.

In summary, the relevant consumers would perceive the sign as providing information that the objected data processors have an integrated docking mechanism which enables that the device to be securely locked whilst it is charging, and that the other objected goods are for use in power charging points for electronic vehicles which incorporate a locking device and that.

The applicant failed to submit observations within the time limit. For the reasons set out in the letter of objection, and pursuant to Article 7(1) (b) and (c) and Article 7(2) EUTMR, the application for European Union trade mark No 018265904 is hereby rejected for the following goods:

Class 09 Data processors; electric wires and cables; electrical connectors; electrical controllers; electrical distribution boxes; electrical power distribution busbars and connectors; electrical power distribution units; electronic controllers to manage the power, movement and functions of vehicle systems; electronic proximity sensors and switches; lidar apparatus; power controllers; power supplies; radar apparatus; mounting brackets adapted for electric and electronic components for vehicles.

The application may proceed for the remaining services.

According to Article 67 EUTMR, you have a right to appeal against this decision. According to Article 68 EUTMR, notice of appeal must be filed in writing at the Office within two months of the date of notification of this decision. It must be filed in the language of the proceedings in which the decision subject to appeal was taken. Furthermore, a written statement of the grounds of appeal must be filed within four months of the same date. The notice of appeal will be deemed to be filed only when the appeal fee of EUR 720 has been paid.

Mary DESMOND