The trademark V4V was filed by V4V Grow Green GmbH, a corporation established under the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany (the "Applicant"). The application was published for oppositions on December 2, 2019, and received one opposition filed on March 1, 2020 by V4 Holding, a.s. on (a) Art. 8(4), (b) Likelihood of confusion. the opponent was represented by V4 LEGAL, S.R.O. and proceedings were handled in English, and the oppositon was dismissed by the Euorpean Union Intellectual Property Office with decision issued March 1, 2020
The application was filed in German, and German was also language of all opposition proceedings (English was selected as the second language).
A transfer of the trademark registration was recorded on March 3, 2022. Licences granted of the trademark registration was recorded on July 21, 2022.
Goods And Services
The mark was filed in class 1 with following description of goods:
Filtering materials [chemical, mineral, vegetable and other unprocessed materials]
Chemical preparations and materials for film, photography and printing
Unprocessed plastics
Adhesives used in industry
Growing media, fertilizers and chemicals for use in agriculture, horticulture and forestry
Detergents for use in manufacture and industry
Chemical substances, chemical materials and chemical preparations, and natural elements
Salts for industrial purposes
Unprocessed artificial and synthetic resins
Starches for use in manufacturing and industry
Putties, and fillers and pastes for use in industry
Chemical and organic compositions for use in the manufacture of food and beverages.
The mark was filed in class 2 with following description of goods:
Dyes, colorants, pigments and inks
Thinners and thickeners for coatings, dyes and inks
Coatings
Raw natural resins
And additives in connection with the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 3 with following description of goods:
Toiletries
Animal grooming preparations
Essential oils and aromatic extracts
Cleaning and fragrancing preparations
Abrasives
Tailors' and cobblers' wax.
The mark was filed in class 4 with following description of goods:
Fuels and illuminants
Electrical energy
Dust controlling compositions
Lubricants and industrial greases, waxes and fluids
And additives in connection with the aforesaid goods, included in the class.
The mark was filed in class 5 with following description of goods:
Dietary supplements and dietetic preparations
Dental preparations and articles, and medicated dentifrices
Hygienic preparations and articles
Pest control preparations and articles
Medical preparations
Veterinary preparations.
The mark was filed in class 6 with following description of goods:
Building and construction materials and elements of metal
Unprocessed and semi-processed materials of metal, not specified for use
Metal hardware
Doors, gates, windows and window coverings of metal
Structures and transportable buildings of metal
Statues and works of art of common metals
Containers, and transportation and packaging articles, of metal
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 7 with following description of goods:
Agricultural, earthmoving, construction, oil and gas extraction and mining equipment
Pumps, compressors and blowers
Industrial robots
Current generators
Moving and handling equipment
Machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing
Motors and engines, drive units and controllers for operating machines, motors and engines
Dispensing machines
Emergency and rescue machines and machine tools
Sweeping, cleaning, washing and laundering machines
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 9 with following description of goods:
Recorded content
Information technology and audio-visual, multimedia and photographic devices
Magnets, magnetizers and demagnetizers
Scientific and laboratory devices for treatment using electricity
Apparatus, instruments and cables for electricity
Optical devices, enhancers and correctors
Safety, security, protection and signalling devices
Diving equipment
Navigation, guidance, tracking, targeting and map making devices
Measuring, detecting and monitoring instruments, indicators and controllers
Scientific research and laboratory apparatus, educational apparatus and simulators
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 10 with following description of goods:
Physical therapy equipment
Hearing protection devices
Feeding aids and pacifiers
Sex aids
Medical and veterinary apparatus and instruments
Medical furniture and bedding, equipment for moving patients
Clothing, headgear and footwear for medical personnel and patients.
Prosthetics and artificial implants
Orthopedic and mobility aids
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 11 with following description of goods:
Flues and installations for conveying exhaust gases
Sun tanning appliances
Sanitary installations, water supply and sanitation equipment
Burners, boilers and heaters
Lighting and lighting reflectors
Cooking, heating, cooling and preservation equipment, for food and beverages
Fireplaces
Filters for industrial and household use
Industrial treatment installations
Personal heating and drying implements
Drying installations
Refrigerating and freezing equipment
Regulating and safety accessories for water and gas installations
Nuclear installations
Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning and purification equipment (ambient)
Igniters
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 12 with Vehicles and conveyances and Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class..
The mark was filed in class 14 with following description of goods:
Gemstones, pearls and precious metals, and imitations thereof
Jewels
Statues and figurines, made of or coated with precious or semi-precious metals or stones, or imitations thereof
Ornaments, coins and and tokens made from precious metals or semi-precious metals or stones or imitations thereof, or coated therewith
Works of art of precious metal
Jewellery boxes
Key rings and key chains, and charms therefor
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 15 with following description of goods:
Musical instruments
Musical accessories
Parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 16 with following description of goods:
Works of art and figurines of paper and cardboard, and architects' models
Decoration and art materials and media
Filtering materials of paper
Bags and articles for packaging, wrapping and storage of paper, cardboard or plastics
Stationery and educational supplies
Adhesives for stationery or household purposes
Printed matter
Paper and cardboard
Money holders
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 17 with following description of goods:
Flexible pipes, tubes, hoses and fittings therefor (including valves), and fittings for rigid pipes, all non-metallic
Seals, sealants and fillers
Insulation and barrier articles and materials
Polyester
Mineral fibers
Elastomers
Fibres impregnated with synthetic resins for use in manufacture
Carbon fibre
Cellulose acetate
Glass fibre and glass wool
Cast nylon for use in manufacture
Chemical fibres not for textile use
Microporous synthetic sheets for the manufacture of protective rainwear
Microporous synthetic sheets for the manufacture of protective clothing
Microporous synthetic sheets for the manufacture of protective workwear
Microporous synthetic sheets for use in manufacture
Microporous synthetic strips for the manufacture of protective clothing
Self lubricating cast nylon for use in manufacture
Synthetic fibres, other than for textile use
Viscose sheets [semi-finished product]
Yarns of ceramic fibres [other than for use in textiles]
Viscose sheets, other than for packing
Resins in extruded form
Semi-worked plastic substances
Finished or semi-finished goods, of materials included in the class, specified for use, Namely foam supports for flower arrangements, Fixing film, Glass tapes and strips, Marking tape, Rubber pouches, Rubber bands, Handles and supports of rubber, Threads of plastic for soldering, Stoppers of plastics
Shock-absorbing and packing materials, vibration dampers
Decorative articles [badges] made of mica
Decorative articles [badges] made of rubber
Decorative plastics films being semi-finished products
Figurines made from rubber
Joint packings
Mountings made of rubber for engines
Mountings made of rubber for exhausts
Mountings made of rubber for transmission assemblies
Membranes and semi-processed synthetic filtering materials
Adhesive tapes, strips, bands and films
Clutch and brake linings
Tire restoration and repair materials
Anti-corrosion tape
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 18 with following description of goods:
Umbrellas and parasols
Walking sticks
Luggage, bags, wallets and other carriers
Leather and imitation leather
Pelts
Faux fur
Fur
Saddlery, whips and apparel for animals
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 19 with following description of goods:
Building and construction materials and elements, not of metal
Doors, gates, windows and window coverings, not of metal
Structures and transportable buildings, not of metal
Statues and works of art made of materials such as stone, concrete and marble, included in the class
Pitch, tar, bitumen and asphalt
Stone, rock, clay and minerals
Wood and artificial wood
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 20 with following description of goods:
Statues, figurines, works of art and ornaments and decorations, made of materials such as wood, wax, plaster or plastic, included in the class
Furniture and furnishings
Animal housing and beds
Containers, and closures and holders therefor, non-metallic
Ladders and movable steps, non-metallic
Displays, stands and signage, non-metallic
Non-metallic hardware, Namely clappers, Clips, Connectors and connections, Compartments, Clack valves, Handles and rails, Knuckles, Moulds and stretchers, Plugs, Protectors and support equipment, reels, Reinforcement materials, Rings, Sink mats, Spacer rings, Intermediate layers for bath tubs, Staple adaptors, staves, Posts and masts, Overhead rail systems, Pendants, Tension reel, tent parts
Mooring buoys, not of metal
Locks and keys, non-metallic
Door, gate and window fittings, non-metallic
Valves, non-metallic
Fasteners, non-metallic
Non-metal hooks
Identification bracelets, not of metal
Holders for pennants
Poles, not of metal
Staircase fittings, not of metal
Spiral springs, not of metal
Plastic suction cups
Tissue holders (not of metal)
Trays, not of metal
Saw horses
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 21 with following description of goods:
Statues, figurines, plaques and works of art, made of materials such as porcelain, terra-cotta or glass, included in the class
Unworked and semi-worked glass, not specified for use
Household utensils for cleaning, brushes and brush-making materials
Tableware, cookware and containers
Cosmetic and toiletutensils
Articles for animal husbandry, namely aquariums and vivariums, pest and vermin repellents, bird baths, cages, feeding and drinking articles, fish bowls, grooming articles, nesting articles, swing tags, waste disposal articles
Household articles for the care of clothing and footwear, namely boot jacks and shoehorns, buttonhooks, coatstands, clothing stretchers, irons and clothes wringers, shoe polishing apparatus, shoe trees and stretchers
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 22 with following description of goods:
Raw textile fibers and substitutes
Goods made of textile and fibres, namely slings and bands, bags and sacks for packaging, storage and transport, tarpaulins, awnings, tents and unfitted coverings, sails, ropes and string, nets, ventilation cloths, container display units
Padding and stuffing materials
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 23 with Yarns and threads.
The mark was filed in class 24 with following description of goods:
Textile material
Textile goods, and substitutes for textile goods
Filtering materials of textile.
The mark was filed in class 25 with following description of goods:
Headgear
Clothing
Footwear
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 27 with following description of goods:
Floor coverings and artificial ground coverings
Wall and ceiling coverings
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 28 with following description of goods:
Sporting articles and equipment
Festive decorations and artificial Christmas trees
Fairground and playground apparatus
Toys, games, playthings and novelties
Parts and accessories for all the aforesaid goods, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 30 with following description of goods:
Prepared meals and savoury snacks, in particular snacks based on corn, cereals, flour and sesame, biscuits and crackers, dumplings, pancakes, pasta, rice and cereal foodstuffs, pastes and farinaceous foods, sandwiches and pizzas, spring rolls and seaweed rolls, steamed buns, tortilla foodstuffs
Salts, seasonings, flavourings and condiments
Pastry and confectionery, chocolate
Pastries, cakes, tarts and biscuits (cookies)
Sweets (candy), candy bars and chewing gum
Cereal bars and energy bars
Sugars, natural sweeteners, sweet coatings and fillings, bee products
Ice, ice creams, frozen yogurts and sorbets
Coffee, teas and cocoa and substitutes therefor
Processed grains, starches, and goods made thereof, baking preparations and yeasts.
The mark was filed in class 31 with following description of goods:
Live animals, organisms for breeding
Agricultural and aquacultural crops, horticulture and forestry products
Foodstuffs and fodder for animals
Bedding and litter for animals.
The mark was filed in class 32 with following description of goods:
Beer and brewery products
Non-alcoholic beverages
Non-alcoholic preparations for making beverages.
The mark was filed in class 35 with following description of goods:
Advertising, marketing and promotional services
Commercial services and consumer information, namely auctioneering, rental of automatic vending machines, brokerage, organising business contacts, collective buying, commercial evaluation in the field of decent work and economic growth, sustainable industry, innovation and infrastructure, sustainable consumption and production, nature and environmental protection measures, including climate protection, preparation of competitions, agency business, import and export services, negotiation and brokerage, ordering, price comparison, procurement services, for others, subscription services
Business assistance, management and administrative services, all aforementioned services in the field of decent work and economic growth, sustainable industry, innovation and infrastructure, sustainable consumption and production, nature and environmental protection measures, including climate protection
Business analysis, research and information services, all aforementioned services in the field of decent work and economic growth, sustainable industry, innovation and infrastructure, sustainable consumption and production, nature and environmental protection measures, including climate protection
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 36 with following description of goods:
Insurance underwriting
Real estate services
Pawnbrokerage
Provision of prepaid cards and tokens
Safe deposit services
Financial and monetary services, other than tax consultancy and financial company evaluation
Banking
Fundraising and financial sponsorship
Financial appraisal services
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 38 with following description of goods:
Telecommunication services
Provision and rental of telecommunications facilities and equipment
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 39 with following description of goods:
Distribution by pipeline and cable
Transport
Packaging and storage of goods
Rental services related to transportation and storage
Vehicle parking and storage
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 40 with following description of goods:
Energy production
Textile, leather and fur treatment
Recycling and waste treatment
Printing, and photographic and cinematographic development
Duplication of audio and video recordings
Air and water conditioning and purification
Slaughtering of animals
Food and beverage treatment
Rental of equipment for the treatment and transformation of materials, for energy production and for custom manufacturing
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 41 with following description of goods:
Publishing and reporting, other than in the field of law, tax, accounting and financial company appraisal
Education, other than in the field of law, tax, accounting and financial company appraisal
Entertainment and sports
Translation and interpretation
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 42 with following description of goods:
IT services, namely development, programming and implementation of software, development of computer hardware, hosting, software as a service (SaaS) and rental of software
Rental of computer hardware and facilities
IT consultancy, advisory and information services
IT security, protection and restoration
Data duplication and conversion services, data coding services
Computer analysis
Computer diagnostic services
Research and development, and implementation of computers and computer systems
Computer project management services
Data mining
Digital watermarking
Computer service
Technological services relating to computers
Computer network services
Updating of memory banks of computer systems
Updating of software databases
Data migration services
Updating websites for others
Monitoring of computer systems by remote access
Monitoring of computer systems for detecting unauthorized access or data breach
Science and technology services
Testing, authentication and quality control
Design services
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 43 with following description of goods:
Providing temporary accommodation
Animal boarding
Rental of furniture, linens, table settings, and equipment for the provision of food and drink
Providing food and drink
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 44 with following description of goods:
Agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry services
Animal healthcare services
Animal grooming
Human healthcare services
Human hygiene and beauty care
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class.
The mark was filed in class 45 with following description of goods:
Safety, rescue, security and enforcement services
Astrological and spiritual services
Detective agencies
Dating services
Funeral services
Religious services
Clothing rental
Child protection services
House sitting
Personal analysis and research
Personal shopper services
Lost and found bureau services
Personal letter writing
Pet sitting
Lobbying services, other than for commercial purposes
Reminders
Chaperoning
Wedding services
Consultancy and information in relation to the aforesaid services, included in this class, other than services rendered by lawyers and legal assistants, and personal advocates, to individuals, groups of individuals, organizations and enterprises.