Surrendered UK trade marks
A surrendered UK trade mark is one whose owner formally requested cancellation of the registration, ending its statutory protection. The register currently holds 1,448 surrendered UK trade marks. The same marks are sometimes called surrendered trademarks outside the IPO style guide.
What does “surrendered” mean on the UK trade marks register?
A surrender is a voluntary act. The owner files Form TM23 with the UK IPO to give up the registration in whole or in part. Common reasons include portfolio consolidation after a merger, settlement of an opposition or invalidity action, a rebrand that retires the old mark, or a decision to stop trading under the registered name.
Once surrendered, the mark loses statutory protection and cannot be revived. A new application by the original owner or anyone else is possible, subject to the usual examination and to any prior rights held by other parties.
How is “surrendered” different from “dead”, “expired”, or “withdrawn”?
| Status | Voluntary? | Trigger | Reached register? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surrendered | Yes | Owner files TM23 to cancel a registered mark | Yes |
| Withdrawn | Yes | Applicant pulls the application before registration | No |
| Expired | No | Renewal fee not paid by deadline | Yes |
| Dead | No | Removed after the grace period | Yes |
See also: dead trade marks, lapsed trade marks, abandoned trade marks.
Browse surrendered UK trade marks
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The Nice classes with the most surrendered UK trade marks.
Advertising & Business
Computers & Electronics
Education & Entertainment
Paper & Stationery
Clothing & Footwear
Insurance & Finance
Science & Technology
Telecommunications
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