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Business Upturn
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
SEKISUI CHEMICAL: Victory in German Patent Infringement Lawsuit Concerning PVB Interlayer Films
By Business Wire Published on May 21, 2025, 14:32 IST TOKYO, Japan: The High Performance Plastics Company (President : Akira Asano) of SEKISUI CHEMICAL CO., LTD. (President and Representative Director: Keita Kato; hereinafter 'SEKISUI CHEMICAL') hereby notifies that it has obtained judgments in its favor (hereinafter referred to as 'the Judgments') from the District Court Munich I on April 17, 2025, in the patent infringement litigation (docket No. 7 O 12401/24 and 7 O 12476/24) against Kuraray Europe GmbH (hereinafter referred to as 'Kuraray Europe'), a subsidiary of Kuraray Co., Ltd which we previously announced in the press release dated October 16, 2024, titled 'Filing of Lawsuit Seeking Injunction and Damages for Patent Infringement in Relation to PVB Interlayer in Germany.' This judgments found that the sound-insulating wedge products manufactured and sold by Kuraray Europe, namely ''Trosifol' The Wedge Acoustic' and ''Trosifol' The Wedge Acoustic Shadeband' (hereinafter collectively referred to as 'Kuraray Products') infringe European Patent No. 2017237 and European Patent No. 3208247 owned by SEKISUI CHEMICAL, which relate to the sound insulation property of a PVB interlayer. Additionally, the Judgments permit SEKISUI CHEMICAL to enforce measures such as a recall in addition to an injunction against the Kuraray Products, provided that SEKISUI CHEMICAL pays a security deposit. Kuraray Europe may appeal the Judgments. SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group regards its intellectual property rights as an important management resource. It will continue to take strict action in cases where it determines that our intellectual property rights have been infringed. About SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group Headquartered in Japan, SEKISUI CHEMICAL CO., LTD. (TOKYO: 4204) and its subsidiaries make up the SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group. 26,000 employees in over 156 companies throughout 20 countries and regions aim to contribute to improving the lives of the people of the world and the earth's environment. Thanks to a history of innovation, dedication and a pioneering spirit, SEKISUI CHEMICAL now holds leading positions in its three diverse business divisions as well as top global market share in interlayer film, foam products, conductive particles and more. View source version on Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Business Wire is an American company that disseminates full-text press releases from thousands of companies and organizations worldwide to news media, financial markets, disclosure systems, investors, information web sites, databases, bloggers, social networks and other audiences.
Business Wire
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
SEKISUI CHEMICAL: Victory in German Patent Infringement Lawsuit Concerning PVB Interlayer Films
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The High Performance Plastics Company (President : Akira Asano) of SEKISUI CHEMICAL CO., LTD. (President and Representative Director: Keita Kato; hereinafter 'SEKISUI CHEMICAL') hereby notifies that it has obtained judgments in its favor (hereinafter referred to as 'the Judgments') from the District Court Munich I on April 17, 2025, in the patent infringement litigation (docket No. 7 O 12401/24 and 7 O 12476/24) against Kuraray Europe GmbH (hereinafter referred to as 'Kuraray Europe'), a subsidiary of Kuraray Co., Ltd which we previously announced in the press release dated October 16, 2024, titled 'Filing of Lawsuit Seeking Injunction and Damages for Patent Infringement in Relation to PVB Interlayer in Germany.' This judgments found that the sound-insulating wedge products manufactured and sold by Kuraray Europe, namely ''Trosifol' The Wedge Acoustic' and ''Trosifol' The Wedge Acoustic Shadeband' (hereinafter collectively referred to as 'Kuraray Products') infringe European Patent No. 2017237 and European Patent No. 3208247 owned by SEKISUI CHEMICAL, which relate to the sound insulation property of a PVB interlayer. Additionally, the Judgments permit SEKISUI CHEMICAL to enforce measures such as a recall in addition to an injunction against the Kuraray Products, provided that SEKISUI CHEMICAL pays a security deposit. Kuraray Europe may appeal the Judgments. SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group regards its intellectual property rights as an important management resource. It will continue to take strict action in cases where it determines that our intellectual property rights have been infringed. About SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group Headquartered in Japan, SEKISUI CHEMICAL CO., LTD. (TOKYO: 4204) and its subsidiaries make up the SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group. 26,000 employees in over 156 companies throughout 20 countries and regions aim to contribute to improving the lives of the people of the world and the earth's environment. Thanks to a history of innovation, dedication and a pioneering spirit, SEKISUI CHEMICAL now holds leading positions in its three diverse business divisions as well as top global market share in interlayer film, foam products, conductive particles and more.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Clean Tech Leader Aymium Defeats Stora Enso at European Patent Office Boards of Appeal
Ruling Maintains Aymium's Patent and Leading Position in Renewable Batteries and Anodes ST. PAUL, Minn., April 03, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cleantech leader Aymium defeated a challenge by Stora Enso to one of Aymium's patents (European Patent EP2697185) that provides exclusive rights to produce, sell and use bio-based materials for renewable battery applications. In its written opinion, the Boards of Appeal of the European Patent Office found Stora Enso's arguments brought before the board "not convincing" and agreed that a clarifying amendment to the claims did not extend the scope of protection of the patent. The ruling further affirms Aymium's position as the global leader in biocarbon materials for battery applications. Beyond the present ruling, Aymium owns a portfolio of more than 600 patents relating to biocarbon materials, compositions and manufacturing methods, including many specifically relevant to battery materials, and is the dominant global innovator regarding biocarbon materials. The ruling, combined with Aymium's massive patent portfolio, calls into question the ability of Stora Enso to produce bio-based battery products for which Aymium holds many exclusive patents. "Aymium was first in the world to develop and patent these innovations and the ruling further affirms Aymium's first-mover position," said Aymium CEO James Mennell. "We are pleased with the outcome and our perfect record maintaining the legal rights of our patents globally. While Aymium will vigorously defend and enforce our patents, we prefer more collaborative solutions and are open to licensing our world leading technologies." Aymium operates the largest advanced biocarbon production facility in North America in Michigan and has secured and is deploying over $500 million to construct three new facilities across North America that will be operational this year. With more biocarbon production capacity than the rest of the world combined, Aymium is well positioned to supply the battery market as well as other key markets in which it operates. About Aymium Aymium produces high-value biocarbon and biohydrogen products that can be used to immediately replace fossil fuels in the production of energy, metals, crops, and in the purification of water and air with no modifications to equipment or processes. Produced using sustainably sourced biomass – recovered and unusable wood – Aymium's bioproducts are renewable, carbon-negative and they replace emission-heavy fossil fuels such as coal and coke. Aymium's leading technology is backed by more than 600 issued or pending patents on a global basis. Aymium operates and is constructing multiple production facilities in North America and is headquartered in Minnesota, USA. View source version on Contacts Scott Gallaghersgallagher@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
01-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Neo Provides Update re IP Litigation
TORONTO, Feb. 28, 2025 /CNW/ - Neo Performance Materials Inc. ("Neo" or the "Company") (TSX: NEO) announces that the Regional Court of Mannheim, Germany issued a judgement (the "Judgment") with respect to the damages proceedings related to European Patent #1435338 B1 ("EP'338") case. As previously disclosed, in July 2022, Rhodia Opérations SAS ("Rhodia", now Solvay) initiated an action in the Regional Court of Mannheim against Neo Chemicals & Oxides (Europe) Ltd. ("Neo C&O Europe"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, and two of its employees, requesting damages due to the infringement of EP'338 in Germany. The oral hearing of the proceedings took place in November 2024. The Judgment provides that Neo C&O Europe is liable for damages in the amount of approximately €10.3 million plus procedural interest of approximately €1.3 million (as of current date). The damages award is significantly lower than the amount originally claimed by Rhodia. The Judgment may be appealed by both parties within one month and is therefore not yet final. The damage award is less than the amount the Company has previously accrued in its financial statements and consequently, Neo does not expect the quantum of the Judgment to affect earnings in Q1 2025. EP'338 has since expired and has no impact on the Company's current products and earning. For a summary of the case, please see "Legal Proceedings and Regulatory Actions" in the Company's annual information form dated March 14, 2024 for the year ended December 31, 2023 and "Legal Contingencies" in the Company's MD&A for the period ended September 30, 2024. Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This news release may contain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Generally, but not always, forward-looking information and statements can be identified by the use of words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or the negative connotation thereof or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved" or the negative connotation thereof. Specific forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, the total interest calculation, impact of the damage award on the Company's financial results, and matters relating thereto. In making the forward-looking information in this news release, the Company has applied certain factors and assumptions based on its current beliefs and assumptions made by and information currently available to the Company. Although the Company considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to it, they may prove to be incorrect, and the forward-looking information in this release is subject to numerous risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause future results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking information. There are many risk factors associated with the intellectual property litigation and the impact on the financial results of the Company. Several factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by the Company, including but not limited to the risks and uncertainties those set out in the Company's securities filings. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not intend and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. For more information on Neo, investors should review Neo's continuous disclosure filings, which are available under Neo's profile at About Neo Performance Materials Neo manufactures the building blocks of many modern technologies that enhance efficiency and sustainability. Neo's advanced industrial materials – magnetic powders, rare earth magnets, magnetic assemblies, specialty chemicals, metals, and alloys – are critical to the performance of many everyday products and emerging technologies. Neo's products fast-forward technologies for the net-zero transition. The business of Neo is organized along three segments: Magnequench, Chemicals & Oxides and Rare Metals. Neo is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada; with corporate offices in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States; Singapore; and Beijing, China. Neo has a global platform that includes manufacturing facilities located in China, Germany, Canada, Estonia, Thailand and the United Kingdom, as well as a dedicated research and development centre in Singapore. For more information, please visit SOURCE Neo Performance Materials, Inc. View original content to download multimedia:
