Islamabad (HRNW)- The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has imposed a Rs5 million fine on MCI Bureau of Inspection and Certifications Pakistan for allegedly engaging in trademark infringement and deceptive marketing by using the trademark and logo of the French company Bureau Veritas.
According to the CCP, MCI Bureau misled consumers by copying key features of Bureau Veritas’ trademark and logo. The commission has also directed the company to immediately stop using the complainant’s trademark.
The CCP stated in its decision that Bureau Veritas, established in 1828, has been providing testing, inspection, and certification services in Pakistan since 1999, while MCI Bureau was allegedly offering certification services without the required accreditation.
According to the commission, MCI Bureau failed to provide credible evidence demonstrating the necessary competence and accreditation for its “Inspect Assure” certification service.
The CCP has directed the company to submit a compliance report within 60 days, warning that further legal action will be taken if the order is not implemented.
In its ruling, the commission emphasized that the case involves not only trademark infringement but also the protection of consumer trust and fair business practices, adding that the reputation of internationally recognized institutions cannot be misused.
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