BlackBinder revolutionizes musical performance by creating a digital music score system that automatically scrolls sheet music, enabling musicians to play hands-free while protecting intellectual property through strategic patent protection.

Two young entrepreneurs, Alice Zantedeschi and Francesca Pievani, founded Fili Pari, an Italian fashion-tech start-up that merges textile innovation with Italy’s iconic marble industry. Their patented fabric, MARM\MORE, is waterproof, windproof, abrasion-resistant and coloured naturally by stone.

From a frustrating travel pillow during a skiing trip in Lapland (Finland) to a patented global innovation, Finnish entrepreneur Niklas Kuusela created Neckpacker: a travel jacket with a built-in inflatable pillow. Supported by national funds and crowdfunding campaigns, Neckpacker turned a personal pain point into a successful product now sold in more than 70 countries.

Founded in 2016 by Rosalie Bogaard, Rose d’Anvers blends Antwerp’s centuries-old diamond craftsmanship with the beauty of natural roses by enhancing natural roses with handcrafted diamonds. By patenting its unique preservation and crafting techniques, the company has secured its position in a competitive market and built a reputation for unmatched quality.

Scandic Bar ApS, founded by Zander Lauritzen Hansen, produces professional bartender equipment and has become a trusted brand in Europe. Their journey to securing an EU trademark was far from simple, but perseverance and self-education turned challenges into a victory. Today, the “Scandic Bar” brand stands as a mark of quality and credibility.

The Learn-IP project set out to raise awareness of intellectual property (IP) rights in the cultural heritage and cultural tourism sectors. Coordinated by Karin Drda-Kühn with IP expertise from Thomas Bürvenich, the project developed training modules and resources to help professionals protect unique crafts, designs, and regional products, while also generating revenues and safeguarding cultural identity.