Thailand’s Court of Appeal affirmed a landmark judgment in favor of Luckin Coffee. The ruling resolves a prominent trademark dispute against local entities found to be engaged in systematic trademark squatting. This decision marks the first time a Thai court has formally recognized the principle of trademark squatting.
The court upheld the initial award of substantial damages. This represents the highest financial award in the history of Thai intellectual property cases.
The ruling secures Luckin Coffee’s brand for its expansion into the Thai market. It sets a legal precedent for international businesses facing intellectual property challenges in the region.