Season’s Greetings and availability throughout Christmas and New Year

18.12.2024

As we approach the festive season, it’s time to reflect on the past year and cherish the moments with our loved ones. This year, in the spirit of giving and community, we have extended our support to Mieli Mental Health Finland and the Christmas Spirit Campaign. We are also happy to share that our employees have retaken part in the Joulupuu campaign, helping children and young people.

Thank you for your trust and partnership over the past year. We look forward to another successful year ahead.

Wishing you a warm and joyful holiday season!

Availability throughout Christmas and New Year

Please be informed that our head office in Helsinki will be closed for the Christmas holiday from Tuesday 24 December to Thursday 26 December 2024, New Year’s Day on Wednesday 1 January 2025 and Epiphany Day on Monday 6 January 2025.

For any urgent new patent or trademark filings in the Eurasian countries please reach out to the following contacts:

– From 24 to 26 December 2024: Markku Simmelvuo, Managing Director, European Patent Attorney, +358 40 545 4484, markku.simmelvuo@papula-nevinpat.com.

– On 1 January 2025 and 6 January 2025: Linda Norrgård, Director, European Patent Attorney, +358 50 348 1950, linda.norrgard@papula-nevinpat.com.

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