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The patent EP3220786 was granted to LA SAN Marco on Nov 17, 2021. The application was filed on Oct 28, 2015 under application number EP15786871A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Patent Maintained As Amended".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRUPPO CIMBALI | Sep 12, 2019 | PERANI & PARTNERS | ADMISSIBLE |
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