Maurizio Distefano Licensing (MDL), which manages licensing for the Masha and the Bear brand in Italy and Switzerland, announced the successful opening of a new themed area – the only one in the world – devoted to the wildly popular children’s characters at Leolandia, Italy’s most popular kids … more

The production company Studio 100 Media founds its own animation studio in Munich. With workstations for up to 40 artists, Studio Isar Animation will be responsible for CGI work such as modelling, texturing, shading, lighting, FX, compositing and rendering for the company's own film … more

Bulldog Licensing has added to its portfolio of market-leading properties with lifestyle brand ROUTE 66. Everyone has heard of ROUTE 66 - the legendary highway once linked Chicago to the American West and the term has since entered the global lexicon as a byword for adventure and a love of the open … more

Haynes Publishing, world-famous for over 50 years for ist technical and practical lifestyle manuals, has announced the relaunch as a Haynes imprint of the Bluffer’s Guides – a bestselling publishing phenomenon for over four decades – accompanied by a wide-ranging licensing and promotional … more

Maurizio Distefano Licensing (MDL), which manages licensing for a number of global and regional brands in Italian-speaking markets, has announced its plans for Milano Licensing Day on 13 September, taking place at the Hotel Nhow (via Tortona 35), Milan. Alongside Rovio, for whom they manage licensing for … more

The international iconic brand Chupa Chups® is celebrating its sixtieth anniversary all around the world. This time in Korea, where the prestigious Korean designer Lee Chung Chung has created an outstanding limited edition. The range was presented the past weekend in a unique … more

Kids content powerhouse Rainbow announces that 44 Cats - its brand new pre-school animated series - will premiere in Italy in November on Rai Yoyo, the No. 1 free-to-air kids channel in Italy, marking the eagerly anticipated show’s global debut! This new deal marks the latest collaboration in the long and … more

Smiley is excited to announce a special collaboration with Chinatown Market, the streetwear brand of the moment, featuring graphic inspired Smiley x Chinatown Market T-shirts, trendy packable sling bags and a Smiley basketball, previewed at PUMA’s exclusive basketball pop-up event during this … more

The Smiley Company continues to partner with leading high street fashion retailers to co-create cool summer and back-to-school children’s collections that resonate with parents and kids alike. Children apparel and accessories have been growing tremendously for Smiley over the past few years, as top … more

Net revenues for the second quarter 2018 decreased $904.5 million versus $972.5 million in 2017. The lower revenues reflect the liquidation of Toys“R”Us in the U.S. and many other global markets. In addition, revenues declined internationally, most notably in Europe … more

An exciting range of Shopkins-branded glasses was launched at Specsavers stores in early July, thanks to a deal between the optical giant and licensor Moose Toys – brokered by Bulldog Licensing. Shopkins is the hit collectable that has sold in excess of 1.5 billion items since launch. Now on series 10, there … more

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has unveiled brand-new artwork to support the continuing expansion of its licensing campaign and offer licensees new, on-trend options. This new extension to the highly successful RHS Licensing Style Guide is called the RHS Licensing Geometric Style Guide 2018 … more

Content powerhouse Rainbow has announced a major licensing deal for 44 Cats - its brand new pre-school animation - with Toy Plus (Far East) Ltd., company based in Hong Kong, part of the Thai Group. Through the new agreement, Toy Plus will give children across the world the opportunity to … more

UBM is relocating Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) to ExCeL London from 2019 as part of the organiser’s ambitious strategy to evolve the show, attract even more European licensees, retailers and licensors and improve the customer experience for both visitors and exhibitors… more

The French brand Foamous has managed to create a true revolution in the fragrance scene: A foam fragrance with scientifically tested moisturising effects and long-lasting power. The innovative foams have everything it takes to please millennials: they are good for your skin, 100% vegan and not … more

For the past 8 years the German multi-national has successfully organized the annual one-of-its-kind premium one-make car championship series across India. Volkswagen which began the championship with the Polo Cup in 2010 after going through various upgrades in terms of the race machines over the … more

Children content powerhouse Rainbow has confirmed that 44 Cats, its new preschool animation, will be shown across Latin America via Discovery Kids, the leading pay-TV network for preschoolers in the region. The series is slated to premiere in Latin America in 2019 and is Rainbow’s first deal with the … more

Mondo TV, one of the largest European producers and distributors of animated content, has announced a two-year deal with Grabo Balloons, a world-leading designer and manufacturer of inflatable products, to bring Kay, Alf, Duck, Selly and Victor and many other characters from the show to colourful helium … more

Rainbow, the content company renowned throughout the world for its animated and multimedia productions, has announced the appointment of Rick Mischel as new CEO for Bardel Entertainment, leading animation services provider in North America. Rick Mischel is a renowned industry professional … more

The Australian animation studio Flying Bark Productions, part of the Studio 100 Group, has started production of the brand-new CGI TV-series „100% Wolf“. All global distribution rights will be handled by German content house Studio 100 Media | m4e. Lovers of surreal, laugh-out-loud animation will give full … more