Key takeaways
The parties must submit a summary of the topics to be dealt with during the interim conference prior to the interim conference
The parties must inform the Court in advance of the interim conference which persons will participate in the interim conference
With exception of confidential information, the interim conference is open to the public
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The Court decides which representatives are allowed to be present when confidential information is discussed.
The interim conference will be recorded
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The Court determines the way in which the parties and their representatives are granted access to the recording, particularly with regard to confidential information.
Division
Local Division Milan
UPC number
UPC_CFI_241/2023
Type of proceedings
Infringement action, procedural order
Parties
Claimant: Oerlikon Textile GmbH & CO KG
Defendant: Bhagat Textile Engineers
Patent(s)
EP 2 145 848
Body of legislation / Rules
R. 103 (1), 105 (2), 106, 262A RoP