At A Crossroads Issue #4: Revised EU Antitrust Rules on Technology Transfers – Implications for the Automotive and Transportation Industry

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Ahead of the expiration of the previous antitrust rules governing the transfer of technology rights (such as know-how, patents and various other rights) at the end of April, the European Commission (“Commission”) has published final versions of a new Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation (“TTBER”) and new Technology Transfer Guidelines (“Guidelines”). These final versions follow the publication of draft versions of both documents in Sep…

At A Crossroads Issue #4: Revised EU Antitrust Rules on Technology Transfers – Implications for the Automotive and Transportation Industry

Executive SummaryThe European Commission has adopted a revised Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation (TTBER)[1] and Guidelines on the application of Article 101 TFEU to technology transfer agreements (Guidelines)[2], replacing the 2014 framework which expires on 30 April 2026. The revised rules apply from 1 May 2026 and reflect a four‑year evaluation and impact‑assessment process aimed at preserving legal certainty for technology licens…