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The patent EP2789406 was granted to Progress Holding on Jan 19, 2022. The application was filed on Mar 21, 2014 under application number EP14001045A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Patent Maintained As Amended".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBK MASCHINENBAU | Apr 3, 2019 | OTTEN | - |
| MBK MASCHINENBAU | Apr 3, 2019 | RAVENSPAT | - |
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