Marco’s IP expertise lies in the general field of chemical patents, with an emphasis on food technology, process technology and industrial biotechnology. Further, he is particularly interested in the fields where chemistry and other disciplines meet, e.g. medical technology and laboratory technology. The main focus of his work is on drafting patent applications, prosecution in various jurisdictions, European oppositions and – occasionally – litigation.

In his capacity as European Patent Litigator, Marco is allowed to act as UPC representative.

Working experience

• Patent Attorney, V.O. (2000-present)
• Product specialist, application scientist, product development manager, Prince Technologies/Helena BioSciences (1995-2000)

Education

• MSc in Chemical Technology, Eindhoven University of Technology (1994)

Directories

• “Marco Molling focuses on chemical patents, particularly in food and process technologies and industrial biotechnology. He regularly drafts and prosecutes patent applications across multiple jurisdictions and represents clients in EPO oppositions proceedings, helping them secure and defend protection for process-driven innovations” (IAM Patent 1000, 2026)
• “Marco Molling celebrates 25 years of dedication to VO; having served as a prosecution expert excelling in the field of chemical patents, he has a particular eye for the relevance of chemistry in technology” (IAM Patent 1000, 2025)
• “Solutions-driven Marco Molling creatively approaches complex IP matters pertaining to food technology and industrial biotechnology, successfully supporting clients with drafting patent applications” (IAM Patent 1000, 2024)
• “Marco Molling […] brings a broad understanding of chemical technology and earns praise for being highly responsive, supportive and a great communicator. He is always clear and accurate, and acts quickly while remaining in contact with the local examiners and his clients” (IAM Patent 1000, 2023)
• “For error-free, efficient and effective prosecution, Marco Molling is a sure-fire bet. The seasoned partner – who has experienced company life in a variety of roles – understands the needs of his clients precisely and calibrates every action to address them directly” (IAM Patent 1000, 2021).
• Recognized as IP Star (2020 – 2026) by Managing Intellectual Property.
• Recommended Individual (IAM Patent 1000, 2020 – 2026).
• “Working closely with SMEs, Marco Molling brings vast chemical patent expertise to the table, as well as carving out a niche for himself in food technology and health food products” (IAM Patent 1000, 2019).
• “With his extensive experience in research and development, chemical aficionado Marco Molling is cognisant of the importance of securing impervious protection for intellectual assets. A schooled prosecutor, he excels in oppositions before the Belgian, Dutch and European patent offices” (IAM Patent 1000, 2018).
• “Chemical engineering and food technology are strong suits for high-flier Marco Molling, who can unerringly acquire protection for difficult-to-patent inventions” (IAM Patent 1000, 2017).
• “Marco Molling successfully defends the interests of clients before the EPO – he is always proactive and communicative, which ensures his strategy aligns with arguments in parallel litigations” (IAM Patent 1000, 2015).

Languages

• English
• Dutch
• German