Panasonic take Cork firm to court over alleged copyright breaches

Global electronic giants Panasonic has brought High Court proceedings against an Irish-based firm over alleged breaches of its copyright and intellectual property rights.

The case relates to Panasonic’s Toughbook brand of specialised laptop computers used in industries such as construction and emergency services. Sales are worth €240m a year.

The Irish company involved is Toughbook & Diagnostic Ireland Limited, which is involved in the sale of computer equipment and has a registered address at North Point Business Park, New Mallow Road, Cork.