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What are green claims and why are they under scrutiny? In this episode we are joined by Amy Nelson-Bennett, CEO of Positive Luxury, leading sustainability experts in the global luxury industry, and Eva-Maria Ségur-Cabanac, sustainability partner at Baker McKenzie (Vienna). Together they explore how luxury brands can make credible environmental statements without falling into the trap of greenwashing, as well as how to handle regulatory investigations. They also draw on practical insights from our recently published Green Claims Guide, your go-to accessory for understanding evolving rules in key jurisdictions, spotting enforcement trends, and taking practical steps for compliance and risk mitigation.

What are green claims and why are they under scrutiny? In this episode we are joined by Amy Nelson-Bennett, CEO of Positive Luxury, leading sustainability experts in the global luxury industry, and Eva-Maria Ségur-Cabanac, sustainability partner at Baker McKenzie (Vienna). Together they explore how luxury brands can make credible environmental statements without falling into the trap of greenwashing, as well as how to handle regulatory investigations. They also draw on practical insights from our recently published Green Claims Guide, your go-to accessory for understanding evolving rules in key jurisdictions, spotting enforcement trends, and taking practical steps for compliance and risk mitigation.

Asia Pacific's food and beverage (F&B) franchising sector is undergoing rapid growth, driven by economic development, urbanization, and a young, tech-savvy consumer base. To succeed in this dynamic environment, brands must navigate diverse regulatory frameworks, adapt to local tastes, and develop robust market entry and exit strategies. Strategic foresight and operational agility are essential, as sustainable growth depends on understanding local nuances and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. In our latest episode, Jonathan Flintoft (Partner, Baker McKenzie Sydney), Cahyani (Icay) Endahayu* (Partner, HHP Law Firm, Jakarta), and Serene Kan* (Partner, Wong & Partners, Kuala Lumpur) explore what's fueling Asia Pacific's F&B franchise boom. *Wong & Partners and HHP Law Firm are member firms of Baker & McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein.

Asia Pacific's food and beverage (F&B) franchising sector is undergoing rapid growth, driven by economic development, urbanization, and a young, tech-savvy consumer base. To succeed in this dynamic environment, brands must navigate diverse regulatory frameworks, adapt to local tastes, and develop robust market entry and exit strategies. Strategic foresight and operational agility are essential, as sustainable growth depends on understanding local nuances and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. In our latest episode, Jonathan Flintoft (Partner, Baker McKenzie Sydney), Cahyani (Icay) Endahayu* (Partner, HHP Law Firm, Jakarta), and Serene Kan* (Partner, Wong & Partners, Kuala Lumpur) explore what's fueling Asia Pacific's F&B franchise boom. *Wong & Partners and HHP Law Firm are member firms of Baker & McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein.

In this episode Kurt Haegeman and Mara Ghiorghies help us understand key antitrust risks faced by our sector and offer practical guidance for companies. Dawn raids, antitrust enforcement in relation to HR or labour market restrictions and restrictions in supply agreements are the top factors impacting the consumer goods and retail space. Learn more about how to be better prepared, what you can do to mitigate risk and areas to be aware of that could gain more prominence in coming months.

In this episode Kurt Haegeman and Mara Ghiorghies help us understand key antitrust risks faced by our sector and offer practical guidance for companies. Dawn raids, antitrust enforcement in relation to HR or labour market restrictions and restrictions in supply agreements are the top factors impacting the consumer goods and retail space. Learn more about how to be better prepared, what you can do to mitigate risk and areas to be aware of that could gain more prominence in coming months.

In this episode, Lucy Hart guides us through the European Accessibility Act (EAA) and what it means for brands and retailers operating a consumer-facing website or app that sells goods or services to EU consumers. Here we focus on "e-commerce services"—which includes websites, mobile apps, e-commerce platforms, subscriptions, online booking systems, and even potentially microsites for promotions or competitions if they require acceptance of terms.

In this episode, Lucy Hart guides us through the European Accessibility Act (EAA) and what it means for brands and retailers operating a consumer-facing website or app that sells goods or services to EU consumers. Here we focus on "e-commerce services"—which includes websites, mobile apps, e-commerce platforms, subscriptions, online booking systems, and even potentially microsites for promotions or competitions if they require acceptance of terms.  

In this episode, Michelle Heisner, Cynthia Cole, and Teisha Johnson explore the potential and risks of Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs), considering the issue from the perspectives of retailers, brands, and consumers. While ESLs offer benefits like streamlined pricing updates and improved operational efficiency, they also pose legal risks related to privacy issues, technical glitches and antitrust implications. Learn about the importance of assessing these risks and implementing guidelines to ensure compliance in the ever-evolving landscape of retail technology.

In this episode, Michelle Heisner, Cynthia Cole, and Teisha Johnson explore the potential and risks of Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs), considering the issue from the perspectives of retailers, brands, and consumers. While ESLs offer benefits like streamlined pricing updates and improved operational efficiency, they also pose legal risks related to privacy issues, technical glitches and antitrust implications. Learn about the importance of assessing these risks and implementing guidelines to ensure compliance in the ever-evolving landscape of retail technology.

In this episode, Julia Dickenson explores the growing popularity of dupes and lookalikes, how this is impacting the luxury, fashion and cosmetics sector, and what practical strategies are available to brand owners to tackle this challenging trend. Legal avenues such as non-traditional trademarks, designs, copyright, and unfair competition are being used to combat dupes, but these can be complex and less clear-cut than traditional avenue and brands are seeking more creative ways to bring cases and address this growing problem.

In this episode, Julia Dickenson explores the growing popularity of dupes and lookalikes, how this is impacting the luxury, fashion and cosmetics sector, and what practical strategies are available to brand owners to tackle this challenging trend. Legal avenues such as non-traditional trademarks, designs, copyright, and unfair competition are being used to combat dupes, but these can be complex and less clear-cut than traditional avenue and brands are seeking more creative ways to bring cases and address this growing problem.

In this episode, our leading lawyers in the consumer goods and retail industry, Katia Boneva-Desmicht and Hani Naja examine the opportunities for luxury, fashion and cosmetics brands planning to expand their footprint in the Gulf region.  They explore growth opportunities, essential considerations for global brands as they establish presence in the region and more.  

In this episode, our leading experts in the consumer goods and retail industry, Kurt Haegeman, Katia Boneva-Desmicht, Renata Amaral*, LokeKhoon Tan, Sue McLean and David Scott take a look at the trends impacting 2024 for the consumer goods and retail industry. This discussion covers insights around ESG, disputes, M&A, the Asian market as well as the use of tech in the industry. You may also read our latest ESG Policy Guide, which was created in partnership with Positive Luxury to stay informed on recent and upcoming sustainability legislation in key markets like the EU, UK and US. Other resources: Global Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Handbook, The Year Ahead: Global Disputes Report 2024 and Global Private M&A Guide 2024. *Baker McKenzie and Trench Rossi Watanabe have executed a strategic cooperation agreement to consult on foreign law.

With the next round of EU Russia sanctions to be shortly introduced, luxury & fashion companies are having to navigate, yet again, what this means for their own business operations.  Even if not importing from Russia, the need to prove this is not the case can cause logistical issues and problems at customs if not anticipated. Customs and trade experts, Lionel Van Reet and Jean-Guillaume Benoit discuss the latest thoughts in advance of the official announcement of the 12th round of Russian sanctions, in which diamonds take center stage. They explore what this means in practical terms and what businesses need to be doing now to reduce the risk of supply chain disruption.