Many automobile manufacturers register their brands not only for automobiles but also for Class 28 (Games and Playthings). This fact presents manufacturers of toy vehicles with a delicate problem: If they want to produce exact miniature replica of well-known vehicles, their model cars should also display … more

Sanrio has teamed up with the world’s most famous lollipop, Chupa Chups for a limited edition clothing collection that is launched this week in Shimamura stores across Japan. The collection involves a range of 5 uber cute t-shirts for young women. They all feature one of the popular Sanrio characters in a … more

Re-Animator Productions, Inc, the producer of the horror classic, “Re-Animator” starring Jeffrey Combs, has selected Creative Licensing as its worldwide merchandise licensing agent. Creative Licensing will manage all merchandise licensing activities for the film. The first new license for … more

Studio 100 Media and National Geographic closed an agreement for the exclusive pay-TV rights of CGI animated series “The Wild Adventures of Blinky Bill” for the LATAM territories. Comarex as Studio 100’s exclusive distribution partner for Latin America arranged the deal. “The Wild Adventures of … more

Perfetti van Melle has teamed up with the Spanish fashion brand Macson to develop a vintage capsule collection of Chupa Chups men’s clothing. This exiting collaboration has been revealed during the 080 Barcelona Fashion Week where Macson celebrated its 75th anniversary in style by closing the … more

The timeless «Milles Bornes» game has been in the spotlight at Intermarché’s 1,835 stores since June 13 as part of a promotional campaign devised by Brand Loyalty and TF1 Licences. For five weeks, with a view to winning one of the numerous prizes on offer for all the family, customers will receive an … more

United Brands 24 signs long-term license agreement with HEAD Sport GmbH covering HEAD branded products. United Brands 24 is proud to announce the signing of a multi-year license agreement with HEAD Sport GmbH, covering the use of the HEAD brand on Small Leather Goods, Leather Mobile Cases … more

Studio 100 Media, the media sales division of the global family entertainment company Studio 100, concluded a deal with HSCC – Slutzky Communications at this year’s MIPTV. The company secured the TV and VOD rights for Studio 100’s CGI classic “Heidi” (39 x 22’) and the cool toon-shaded-animation show … more

In a deal brokered by CPLG, London-based fashion label Fyodor Golan is collaborating with Universal Brand Development to launch a Felix the Cat apparel range as part of their SS18 Resort Collection. The collection launches as part of The Hoxton Collective, a designer showroom featuring … more

Since launching two years ago, YouTube Kids has grown up a lot and become a go-to destination for families and Kids. It has been exciting to see kids enjoying storytelling and videos from most amazing cartoon creators. There is no doubt that kids today are seeking their small screen entertainment through more … more

The Editions Albert René and SND are proud to announce that Alexandre Astier’s and Louis Clichy’s new 3D animated movie will be released on December 5, 2018: Asterix - The Secret Of The Magic Potion. Following the success of Asterix – The Mansions of the Gods (2014), Alexandre Astier meets again… more

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY), a leading children’s entertainment company, is welcoming the young (and young at heart) to hatch a whole world with new Hatchimals Colleggtibles™. These adorable little collectible characters are the newest addition to the award-winning Hatchimals® line, which captured the … more

INK Global has announced the appointment of Hijinx as master toy licensee for ZAFARI – the new animation that’s set to be one of the biggest kids TV launches in years. Spanning plush, figurines, collectibles, creative and role play categories, Hijinx will act as exclusive Global Manufacturer and will distribute … more

The German brand management and media company m4e AG has signed various agreements on the latest installment of ist successful TV series “Mia and me”. Nickelodeon has acquired the pay TV rights on the new season 3 for the Nordic territories, as well as free TV and pay TV rights for Benelux … more

But one thing is certain: You should never-ever underestimate the team of aprilkind! Aprilkind is a name that you have definitely come across when you are a close observer of the German toy market. You have never heard of the cute Sleepy Head soft toys? You are some toy expert! The creative duo and … more

LIMA is increasing its presence across the globe! We are excited to announce our recent appointment of representatives in three growth-oriented markets: Brazil, France and Russia, as well as naming a respected industry veteran as the new head of LIMA India … more

As the trend for retro gaming hits fever pitch globally, Rubik's & PAC-MAN - two of the most iconic brands from 1980’s pop culture - have teamed up to create the ultimate product mash-up. Fans of retro and geek culture will be in for a massive treat, with the launch of an exciting cross-categoy… more

Perfetti van Melle, the fourth largest confectionary Group in the world, has named Seltzer Licensing Group to lead their Airheads® licensing program and extend its iconic brand into new product categories at retail. Seltzer Licensing Group will work closely with the Airheads® teams to identify and secure… more

The German brand management and media company m4e AG has appointed Alicom Licensing as the licensing & merchandising agent for ist internationally successful brand “Mia and me” and the latest preschool production “Wissper”. Alicom will develop the Nordic licensing program on both properties and is … more

Two shows from kids entertainment specialist ZAG – Zag Heroez Miraculous Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir and Zak Storm Super Pirate - are dominating the children’s TV landscape in the UK. Recent viewing figures show Miraculous Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir occupying five of the most popular slots … more