UPC CFI, LD Dussseldorf , 10 April 2026: Costs already reimbursed on the basis of a reversed decision are recoverable as part of subsequent costs

Cost decision following the reversal of the first-instance decision in appeal on 2 October 2025 (Article 69 UPCA, Rule 151 RoP). 

Any costs already reimbursed on the basis of the original cost decision are recoverable as part of the costs of the proceedings in the cost proceedings following the appeal. 

Pursuant to Rule 151 RoP , the application for assessment of costs must be filed within one month of the decision in the main proceedings. 

If a decision is made before the appeal proceedings conclude and the original decision on liability for costs is amended during the appeal proceedings, the original decision on costs becomes invalid.

IPPT20260410, UPC CFI, LD Dusseldorf, Seoul Viosys v Expert e-Commerce