The CEPIUG represents National Patent Information User Groups. As the European organisation for patent information, the CEPIUG (Confederacy of European Patent Information User Groups) frequently is the first point of contact for national patent information groups or individuals outside Europe to patent information users within the European framework.
The CEPIUG provides a platform for discussions by serving as a central communication node for the European patent information groups. The CEPIUG seeks to foster communications on patent information matters. The CEPIUG holds an annual meeting offering a framework for celebrating achievements, to discuss opportunities and to reflect on challenges. Please refer to our LinkedIn Page for further information
The CEPIUG is a recognised Observer of the WIPO. We support the WIPO in various organisational tasks and patent information related activities.
The CEPIUG is representing national patent information user groups at the European Patent office in committes relating to patent information.
We are pleased to announce the upcoming conference, “Data to Wisdom: What’s Next in Patent Information?”, to be held from September 14–16, 2025, in the vibrant city of Istanbul, Turkey.
This premier event will bring together patent information professionals from around the globe to explore the latest trends, tools, and strategies transforming the field. With six engaging sessions, over 30 expert speakers, and unparalleled networking opportunities, the conference promises to deliver invaluable insights and foster meaningful connections within the patent information community.
Mark your calendar and join us to discuss the evolving landscape of patent data and its transition to actionable wisdom. Istanbul awaits your presence for this extraordinary exchange of knowledge and ideas!
To be kept informed about the organizational developments or for any question please send an email to cepiug17yac@gmail.com and keep watched the CEPIUG website.
Further details regarding registration and the program will be announced soon. We look forward to welcoming you!
The members of the CEPIUG are the national patent information user groups from many European countries. We are in particular proud to represent those groups before the EPO and WIPO and submit delegates on behalf of out memeber organisations to the European and global patent authorities. Our memeber organisations are cooperating in the field of patent information by providing training and education to European users of patent information.