April 2016, the UK IPO launched an email trial to file international trade mark applications.
For more information https://www.gov.uk/government/news/filing-international-trade-mark-applicationsÂ
The impact of international trade marks will make it easier for European businesses to protect their ideas and reputation it is usually more difficult to protect identities when they are abroad. With the help of international trade marking and applications being done electronically, there will be no more confusion.