Season three of Robot Trains is on the way! Yes, Mondo TV, one of the largest European producers and distributors of animated content, has announced that it will soon be working with Korea’s CJ E&M on the popular kids’ animated action-adventure show. The successful completion of the second season of … more

Walker Books, the world’s leading wholly independent publisher of English-language children’s books and a licensor of many household names in children’s publishing, will be highlighting a number of classic properties known and loved by all age groups at stand E162 during this year’s BLE … more

First time BLE Exhibitor, 34 -year old Laura Wall has good reason to be energised about showcasing her brands to the licensing community at large. Best known for her award-winning children’s book series ‘Goose’ and fine art illustrations, including her ‘Seaside’ collection typified by her trademark … more

Underlining its intention to be a major force in children’s entertainment, German company Toon2Tango GmbH & Co. KG., the new kids and family entertainment venture founded by television and movie industry legend Hans Ulrich Stoef, has announced that the experienced and respected industry figure Jo Daris … more

Mondo TV, one of the largest European producers and distributors of animated content, will be highlighting its confident expansion into new licensing and broadcasting areas as well as its continuing strength in animation and children’s entertainment at this year’s BLE. A strong portfolio, featuring many … more

The Royal Horticultural Society is celebrating its return to BLE after a five-year absence – with a striking affirmation of its unique strengths as a licensing partner and a brand. Visitors to stand B366 can see multiple design assets – including a new RHS style guide for children’s products and amazing new … more

Italian boutique animation studio Enanimation has secured the rights to develop – globally and on all platforms – the popular pre-school publishing property Olga the Cloud, created by legendary writer and illustrator Nicoletta Costa. Nicoletta Costa’s creation– a global publishing success for over 30 years … more

In a deal brokered by Licensing Link Europe, Posh Paws, the well-established and much regarded leading name in licensed plush, has signed a multi-year global deal to manufacture and supply Swarovski-approved plush products. The collection will be created under the Chic & Love brand that not only … more

Independent licensing company Rocket Licensing, which manages the UK and Ireland licensing campaign for the hit Channel 4 comedy series Derry Girls on behalf of independent production company Hat Trick, has announced the first four license agreements for the comedy sensation, which is now … more

Glee is the UK’s most valuable garden and outdoor living trade show. It’s also the biggest showcase of RHS licensed product in one place. From 10-12 September at the NEC in Birmingham. No fewer than ten RHS licensees and endorsed partners will have their own stands at the show … more

Blueprint Collections, which designs, develops and sells quality licensed stationery, bags, accessories and gifts, has announced that it is to produce a range of National Geographic children’s stationery, bags and gift items for the UK market. A wide range of useful, decorative and fun items in this … more

Rocket Licensing, licensing agent in the UK and Ireland for Beano, one of the best-known and most recognisable brands in children’s entertainment, has highlighted the success of a summer-long partnership with the National Trust for a Beano-themed family event held at Mottisfont in Hampshire … more

National Geographic and Clarks, one of the world’s leading names in footwear, which earlier this year launched the Clarks Kids X National Geographic footwear range, have announced a special extension to the range. Celebrating the official 50th anniversary of man landing on the moon on 20 July, the … more

One of the UK’s most recognisable light entertainment and game show hosts, Vernon Kay is to take the helm of The Licensing Awards this year. Vernon will host the industry’s big night which takes place at The Grosvenor House Hotel, London on Tuesday September 10. First making his name as a host on … more

With the licensing industry continuing to place emphasis on the value of upscale fashion collaborations, The Smiley Company keeps on trail-blazing the space, with many leading brands turning to Smiley to leverage its counter culture iconicity, creative values and positive marketing message. Among the 11 licensees showing Spring 2020 Smiley collections amongst Magic, Agenda … more

Hasbro, Inc. and Entertainment One Ltd. today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Hasbro will acquire eOne in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately £3.3 billion or US$4.0 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, eOne shareholders will receive £5.60 in … more

Animaccord, an international licensing company and studio behind the worldwide hit animated cartoon, Masha and the Bear, and manufacturer of baby personal care products Neutrocare will release a branded line of personal care products. Animaccord and Neutrocare will distribute in Brazil Masha and … more

With a list that includes the sensational new Moose Toys line Kindi Kids, along with established hits Treasure X, Sesame Street, Angry Birds, Care Bears, Miraculous, Match Attax, LIFE , and That’s not my… there’s an enormous variety of licensing categories being targeted by a list of properties that … more

The summer holiday is in full swing – and so is the collaboration between Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar and the Royal Horticultural Society – the world’s leading gardening charity. Inspired by the brand’s 50th anniversary, for which events and celebrations have been taking place all year … more

Lee Jeans x Smiley brings eye-catching, urban designs to the market in a cool, fun and fresh collection for denim enthusiasts. This 30 piece workwear themed collection pays homage to 130 years of Lee Jeans and is comprised of t-shirts, hoodies, jackets and overalls. It also features Lee’s signature denim and … more