A patent is a legal right granted for an invention, giving the holder exclusive rights to use and commercialise the invention for a certain period.

In Luxembourg, patents are an important part of the intellectual property framework, encouraging innovation by protecting technological advancements. Companies that invest in research and development (R&D) often rely on patents to secure competitive advantages. Luxembourg’s modern IP regime and preferential tax treatment for IP income support businesses in safeguarding and leveraging their inventions effectively.

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