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Engineering

The Engineering landscape is changing, with emerging technologies appearing in once-mature industries.

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With over 40 professionals across Europe, and hubs in both the UK and Germany, the HGF engineering team is a powerhouse of experience and expertise across the sector, working with a domestic and global client base from a diverse range of high-growth industries.

Drawing on a strong technical background in engineering subjects, and a wealth of experience from industry and academia, the team advises clients on the broad engineering landscape, with particular focus in the fields of energy, medical devices, emerging technology, automotive, packaging, construction, food equipment, process manufacture and agriculture. In addition, our engineering attorneys work closely with our IP lawyers in relation to agreements such as for IP licensing, manufacturing and supply, and litigation.

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Engineering sector specialisms

Automotive systems
Baby & infant products
Biomimetics
Construction
Drug delivery devices
Food & beverages packaging
Fuel cells
Oil & gas
Orthopaedics
Renewable energy
Subsea technology
Testing, measurement & electronics
Water management & water treatment
Wound management

Engineering industries

Automotive
CleanTech
Energy
Healthcare
Medical devices
Packaging

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