Trade mark decision

BL Number: O/0485/26
Decision date: 9 June 2026
Hearing Officer: Ms S Wilson
Mark: THE SUSHI CO (Figurative), sushico (Figurative) & SUSHICO (Figurative)
Classes: 29, 30, 35, 43

Grounds

Section 3(6) Bad Faith - Knowledge of opponent's use in the UK
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Distinctive and dominant components
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Composite word and device marks
Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Treatment of descriptive / allusive elements
Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Passing off (Issues arising from Registry proceedings)
Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Relevant date
Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Trivial v minimal goodwill
Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use
Revocation / Proof of Use - Proper reasons for non-use - circumstances internal to the RP
Revocation / Proof of Use - Proper reasons for non-use - circumstances external to the RP

Full decision O/0485/26 665Kb