Who We Are
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.
What We Do
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
CEPIUG & WIPO
The CEPIUG is a recognised Observer of the WIPO. We support the WIPO in various organisational tasks and patent information related activities.
CEPIUG & EPO
The CEPIUG is representing national patent information user groups at the European Patent office in committes relating to patent information.
Conference Announcement
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.
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Conference Information
We are excited to unveil the official program for the upcoming CEPIUG Conference in Instanbul. This year’s program features a dynamic lineup of keynote speakers, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, all centered around the conference topic: "Data to Wisdom: What’s Next in Patent Information?".
Join thought leaders, innovators, and professionals from around the world as we explore the latest developments, share groundbreaking research, and foster meaningful connections. The preliminary program is now live — and it's packed with inspiring keynotes, engaging panels, and hands-on workshops you won’t want to miss. Whether you're joining us to learn, connect, or share your work, there’s something for everyone in this year’s lineup: Preliminary Conference Program
We’re deligthed to reveal the official list of participants: Confirmed Participants
The conference venue offers a modern and fully equipped environment for professional exchange and networking, conveniently located in the heart of the city: Useful Information
Call for Papers
The Confederacy of European Patent Information User Groups (CEPIUG) is pleased to invite contributions for its upcoming conference, which aims to explore recent developments, best practices, and strategic insights in the field of patent information.
The CEPIUG Conference serves as a unique platform for patent information professionals, patent searchers, analysts, attorneys, examiners, IP managers, and researchers to share knowledge, practical experiences, and visions for the future. We welcome original contributions that offer theoretical or applied perspectives relevant to patent information users across various industries, law firms, research institutions, and government agencies.
Regular Deadline : June 13th Friday, 2025
Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities
We cordially invite selected providers of patent information tools and services to join us in this exclusive celebration-event by participating in the Exhibition scheduled to take place in the coffee break area of Istanbul Bilgi University Santral Campus, spanning the duration of the three-day event.
Explore Conference Materials of the Previous Conference
The 15th Anniversary CEPIUG Conference, held from September 17–19, 2023, at the Politecnico di Milano, brought together patent information professionals from across Europe and beyond to celebrate a milestone in the field. Organized by the Italian Association of Patent Documentalists (AIDB) in collaboration with the Fondazione Politecnico di Milano and CEPIUG’s European user groups, the event featured a dynamic program of workshops, expert talks, and panel discussions:
15th Anniversary Conference Information
CEPIUG Member
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.