PATLIB

Being a  Patent Information centre (PATLIB)  - recognized by the European Patent Office (EPO) - we have privileged access to non-public data, very specialized, and up-date EPO training programmes enabling us to perform a more refined research of online search possibilities offered by EPO.

They are often referred to as "PATLIB centres", standing for PATent LIBrary. However, not all PATLIB centres are actually libraries.

Where are they located?

There are over 300 patent information centres spread regionally across the EPO's member states.

PATLIB centres provide local access to patent information and related issues. They are familiar with the local industrial, economic and business landscape, and provide valuable services to entrepreneurs, SMEs, private inventors and students.

What services do they provide?

Many PATLIB centre employees are experienced patent search experts. They may also offer other patent information services. These can include:

• technology and competitor watches
• patent statistics
• patent valuation/audits
• advice on patent strategy
• guidance on commercialisation/technology transfer.

PATLIB centres can also provide practical assistance on other intellectual property rights.