Denmark: Intellectual Property

The pace of innovation in seafood and aquatic food products has increased dramatically in recent years. A recent analysis of the global patent landscape conducted by member company aera AS shows that the number of patent applications has skyrocketed — from just 80 in 2011 to 4,024 in 2024. The number of granted patents has followed the same trend, with 2,426 approved patents in 2024. This underscores that the industry globally views patenting as a key tool for securing competitive advantage and long-term growth.

Recent U.S. case law is reshaping the risks around skinny labelling strategies for generics. What was once seen as a safe regulatory pathway now raises new concerns about infringement

On 13 August, the UPC Court of Appeal held that a marketing authorisation alone is not enough, but once a health technology assessment (HTA), pricing and reimbursement are completed, imminent infringement may be established. Pharmaceutical companies must therefore monitor regulatory steps closely to act in time.