Sterlite Technologies appeals UK patent ruling on low-fibre-count cables

Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) has provided an update on a patent infringement lawsuit initiated by Fujikura Ltd & Fujikura Europe in the High Court of Justice Business and Property Courts of England and Wales Intellectual Property List (Chd) Patents Courts. The proceedings, filed on November 10, 2023, allege infringement of patent EP 3 796 060 B1 by STL's ribbed cables supplied to the United Kingdom, with Fujikura seeking an injunction.

The Court has issued a split judgment, ruling that STL's ultra-high-fibre-count cables do not infringe, but determining that its low-fibre-count cables are infringing. STL maintains its commitment to protecting and developing its technologies. The company intends to appeal the decision.

The financial impact of this order is currently not ascertainable. STL will assess the ultimate financial implications once the matter's final resolution is achieved through the appeal process.