German Court Orders Signify to Recall Products Over Patent Infringement Claims

The Düsseldorf Regional Court in Germany has ruled that Dutch lighting company Signify (LIGHT.AS) must recall and destroy specific products sold since 2017, citing patent infringement claims by South Korean firm Seoul Semiconductor (046890.KQ). The court’s decision includes the imposition of a fine of up to €250,000 ($259,925) for each violation of the order, according to a statement released by Seoul Semiconductor on Thursday.

Signify, the world’s largest lighting manufacturer and a spinoff from Philips in 2016, has not yet responded to requests for comment.

Seoul Semiconductor, known for its extensive patent portfolio and active litigation against multinational companies, emphasized its commitment to innovation. The company invests approximately 10% of its revenue in research and development and holds over 18,000 patents related to light-emitting diode (LED) technology.

This ruling highlights the competitive nature of the global lighting industry, where firms frequently protect their technological advancements through legal channels.