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UK Trademark — IPO
iRB
Application UK00904264231 · Registered
Quick Facts
| Application Number | UK00904264231 |
| Status | Registered |
| Owner | World Rugby Limited |
| Company Number | 245000 |
| Filed | 2005-01-31 |
| Registered | 2012-09-04 |
| Renewal Due | 2035-01-31 |
| Type | Individual |
| Feature | Figurative |
| Attorney | See claim section below |
Is this trademark active?
Yes. iRB is currently a registered UK trademark, with renewal due on 2035-01-31. It is protected under UK intellectual property law and can be enforced against infringing uses.
Mark Details (as filed at the IPO)
Mark description / limitation
Colour Claimed : Blue, white, green.
Goods & Services
The specification below is taken directly from the filed record at the UK IPO for each Nice class this trademark is registered in.
Class 9 — Electrical & IT
Gum guards; gum guards for protection in sport; gum shields; gum shields for protection in sport; protective clothing; body armour for the protection of various parts of the body for use in sports activities; protective headwear; protective helmets; protective helmets for use in sports; protective gloves; face protectors; computer programs for use in communications; computer programs relating to telecommunications; computers; computer software; computer software and publications in electronic form supplied on-line from databases or from facilities provided on the Internet (including websites); computer software and telecommunications apparatus (including modems) to enable connection to databases and the Internet; computer software to enable searching of data; computer software for wireless application protocol; wireless application protocol apparatus and instruments; computer games software and computer games consoles; electronic games adapted for use with television receivers or with visual display units; audio records; videos; DVDs; radios; smart cards; encoded cards and cards bearing machine readable information; CD-ROMs; personal organisers and personal stereos; compact discs; video cassette recorders; DVD players; apparatus and instruments for the recording, transmission or reproduction of data, sound or images; cameras, camcorders and photographic apparatus and instruments; cases for photographic apparatus; calculators; telephones; mobile phones, covers, fascias and cases for mobile phones, accessories for mobile phones; phone cards; sunglasses and cases for sunglasses; spectacles and contact lenses; cases for spectacles and contact lenses; audio visual teaching apparatus; binoculars; televisions; electrical and electronic domestic appliances; radio alarm clocks; identity cards; debit cards; screens; screensavers; electronic scoreboards; credit cards (encoded); computer mouse, computer mouse mats; parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods.
Class 16 — Paper & Printed Matter
Stationery and office requisites; printed matter; teaching materials; books; photographs; paper, plastic bags; wrapping material and packing paper; periodical publications; calendars; photographic albums; greeting cards; Christmas cards; postcards; diaries; address books; personal organisers in paper form; newsletters; leaflets; catalogues; geographical maps; mats for beer glasses; portraits; magazines; match programmes; match tickets; leaflets; brochures; stickers; photocards; albums; binders; business card holders; packaging; posters; prints; newspapers; paper, note paper, notebooks, writing paper, printing paper, paper for use with photocopiers; artists materials; art sets and artists watercolours; pallets for painters; paint boxes; paintbrushes, painters brushes; paint easels; paintings; engraving plates; engravings; ink stands and ink wells; paper knives; lithographic stones and lithographic works of art; paperweights; pens; pen and pencil cases, pen holders and pen clips; drawing instruments, drawing materials and drawing sets; crayons and colouring pencils; modelling clay, modelling wax and other modelling materials; book markers; chart pointers; stencils; coasters; cheque book and passport holders; table linen, table mats and table napkins of paper; removable tattoos (decalcomanias); flags and pennants of paper.
Class 38 — Telecommunications
Telecommunications; communication services; telecommunication of information (including web pages), computer programmes and any other data; radio, television and cable television and satellite broadcasting, all in relation to the sport of Rugby and Rugby sporting events; musical broadcasting, all in relation to the sport of Rugby and Rugby sporting events; broadcasting via wireless application protocol, all in relation to the sport of Rugby and Rugby sporting events; broadcasting via the Internet or by other electronic means, all in relation to the sport of Rugby and Rugby sporting events; teletext services; telephone and telecommunication services; electronic mail services; provision of telecommunications access and links to computer databases and the Internet; transmission of radio and television programmes, all in relation to the sport of Rugby and Rugby sporting events; computer aided transmission of messages and images; electronic mail; transmission of messages; facsimile services; cellular telephone communication services; electronic bulletin board services; message sending services; teleconferencing services; consultancy, information and advisory services relating to all of the aforesaid services.
Class 41 — Education & Entertainment
Education and entertainment services; information relating to entertainment or education provided on-line; sporting services; organisation of sporting events and activities; recreational services; publishing services; arranging and conducting of seminars; organisation of sporting events and competitions; musical concerts; organisation of exhibitions; provision of exhibition and museum facilities; museum services; ticket reservation services; club services; fan club services and sports club services; education relating to sports and leisure; presentation of live performances; electronic games services provided by means of the Internet; physical education; training (practical demonstrations); sport camp services; film production, all in relation to the sport of Rugby and Rugby sporting events; production of radio and television programmes, all in relation to the sport of Rugby and Rugby sporting events; provision of stadium, conference and exhibition services; rental of stadium facilities and sports apparatus; presentation of rock concerts; presentation of classical music concerts; gaming services; gaming services provided on-line; night clubs; photography; musical services; arranging and conducting of conferences and congresses; editing (video tape) and dubbing; academies (education); photographic reporting; production of shows; video tape film production, all in relation to the sport of Rugby and Rugby sporting events; publication of books; publication of electronic books and journals on-line; publication of texts (other than publicity text); news reporters services; production of shows; timing of sport events; subtitling, teaching; consultancy, information and advisory services relating to all of the aforesaid services.
Device Elements (Vienna Classification)
This figurative mark is indexed under the following Vienna categories by the UK IPO:
- 26.11.02 — Geometrical figures and solids
- 27.01.07 — Forms of writing, numerals
- 29.01.03 — Colours
Timeline
- Filed: 2005-01-31
- Registered: 2012-09-04
- Renewal due: 2035-01-31
About This Trademark
'iRB' is a registered trademark on the UK IPO register, owned by World Rugby Limited. The application (UK00904264231) was filed on 31 January 2005 and registered on 4 September 2012. The registration is set to expire on 31 January 2035.
This mark is recorded under multiple classes: Class 9 (scientific, electrical & IT apparatus); Class 16 (paper, cardboard & printed matter); Class 38 (telecommunications services); Class 41 (education, entertainment & sporting services), specifically covering: Colour Claimed : Blue, white, green.
The trademark is represented by Abion UK Limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns UK trademark UK00904264231 ('iRB')?
UK trademark UK00904264231 for the mark 'iRB' in Class 9, 16, 38, 41 is recorded on the UK IPO register as owned by World Rugby Limited. This covers one specific UK trademark record only — the same brand name may be owned by different parties in other classes, other countries, or as separate registrations.
Is UK trademark UK00904264231 currently a registered trademark?
Yes — the UK IPO records UK trademark UK00904264231 for the mark 'iRB' as registered.
Which Nice classes is UK trademark UK00904264231 registered under?
UK trademark UK00904264231 for the mark 'iRB' is recorded in Class 9 (scientific, electrical & IT apparatus); Class 16 (paper, cardboard & printed matter); Class 38 (telecommunications services); Class 41 (education, entertainment & sporting services). The filed specification reads: Class 9: Gum guards; gum guards for protection in sport; gum shields; gum shields for protection in sport; protective clothing; body armour for the protection of various parts of the body for use in sports activities; protective headwear; protective helmets; protective helmets for use in sports; protective gloves; f…
When was UK trademark UK00904264231 filed?
UK trademark UK00904264231 for the mark 'iRB' was filed at the UK IPO on 31 January 2005 and registered on 4 September 2012.
When does UK trademark UK00904264231 need to be renewed?
UK trademark UK00904264231 for the mark 'iRB' is currently recorded as valid until 31 January 2035, at which point it will need to be renewed with the UK IPO to remain in force.
Who is the attorney of record for UK trademark UK00904264231?
Abion UK Limited is listed as the attorney / representative of record for UK trademark UK00904264231 for the mark 'iRB' on the UK IPO register.
Attorney of Record
This trademark has an attorney of record listed on the UK register. The firm has not yet claimed its listing on Trademark Dashboard.
Cross-Register Filings
Trademarks matching "iRB" have been found on the following foreign registers. Exact matches appear first; where the name also appears inside longer filings, those are listed below as similar marks. A “Same applicant” badge appears next to a mark when the applicant name aligns with the source filing.
US — United States (USPTO)
| Mark | Ref | Status | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRB | 79430535 | 641 | 2025-06-10 |
| IRB LITE+ | 79430536 | 641 | 2025-06-10 |
Similar names
| Mark | Ref | Status | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRBE | 99569790 | 630 | 2025-12-29 |
| SEA FOOD IRBE | 99569826 | 630 | 2025-12-29 |
| IRBM | 79444316 | 630 | 2025-11-21 |
Australia — Australia (IP Australia)
| Mark | Ref | Status | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRB WORLD SEVENS SERIESSame applicant | 822065 | protected | 2000-02-02 |
| THE AUSTRALIAN IRB RESCUE CHAMPIONSHIPS | 799556 | withdrawn | 1999-07-08 |
Similar names
| Mark | Ref | Status | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRBATO | 2562340 | protected | 2025-07-02 |
| IRBCO | 198346 | cancelled | 1965-11-02 |
Data Source
United Kingdom (Intellectual Property Office)
UK trademark data is supplied by the Intellectual Property Office under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
United States (USPTO)
US trademark data is supplied by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Works of the US federal government are in the public domain under 17 U.S.C. §105.
Australia (IP Australia)
Australian trademark data is supplied by IP Australia (via IPGOD / IP RAPID) under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence.
The “About This Trademark” summary and FAQ above are AI-generated from the register data shown on this page. They are factual summaries only — always verify details against the official register before making legal decisions.