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As counterfeit trade, digital infringement, and illicit market activity continue to escalate globally, the Brand Protection Congress will bring together brand owners, intellectual property leaders, enforcement authorities, and technology innovators to address the most pressing threats facing modern brands.
Taking place 15–16 April 2026 at the Millennium Hotel and Conference Centre Gloucester London, the congress will provide a high-level platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and strategic discussion on how organizations can protect their brands in an increasingly complex global landscape.
Addressing the Rising Threat of Counterfeiting and Digital Infringement
Counterfeit goods are estimated to represent over 3% of global trade, while digital marketplaces, social media platforms, and domain impersonation schemes are accelerating the scale and sophistication of brand infringement.
The Brand Protection Congress will explore how organizations can bridge the gap between physical enforcement, digital monitoring, and legal strategy to develop more effective brand protection frameworks.
Under the theme “An Integrated Approach to Brand Protection: Bridging Physical, Digital, and Legal Frontiers,” the event will feature an integrated agenda allowing participants to explore key areas including:
• Anti-Counterfeiting Strategies
• Intellectual Property and Trademark Enforcement
• Brand Security and Supply Chain Integrity
• Digital Enforcement and Online Brand Protection
• Serialization and Track & Trace Technologies
• Cross-Border Enforcement Collaboration
Strategic Voices from Across the Brand Protection Ecosystem
The congress will feature insights from senior leaders across global organizations and enforcement agencies, including:
• Dr. Stephan Wolke
• Pascal Hetzscholdt
• Adefunke Adeyeye
• Morten R. Serup
• Dr. Claudia Pappas
• Maria Koval
These experts will share real-world case studies, strategic insights, and practical approaches to combatting counterfeit networks and digital brand abuse.
A Collaborative Platform for Industry Stakeholders
The Brand Protection Congress is designed to foster collaboration among stakeholders from diverse industries including pharmaceuticals, luxury goods, consumer electronics, FMCG, automotive, and media & entertainment.
Through interactive panel discussions, 360° case studies, and technology spotlights, participants will gain insights into emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and enforcement strategies shaping the future of brand protection.
Strengthening Global Brand Protection
With counterfeit activity evolving across both physical and digital channels, organizations must adopt a more integrated approach to safeguarding their intellectual property and brand reputation.
The Brand Protection Congress aims to equip brand owners and enforcement professionals with the strategies, partnerships, and technologies required to stay ahead of emerging threats.
