Precious Moments, Inc. (PMI) today announced it has created two new positions, and CEO Steve Kosmalski announces the posts are being filled by PMI Directors whose combined experience exceeds 50 years. Patrice Paglia, prominent licensing executive, is named Vice-President of … more

The Leomil Group and DreamWorks Animation have extended their relationship beyond Dragons and onto the upcoming feature film Trolls. The two companies have reached an agreement identifying Leomil as the European licensee for footwear and multi-European-territory licensee for apparel for the new … more

Originally created in 1959 by Danish fisherman and woodcutter Thomas Dam, the Trolls swept the world when they first hit the market. Generations of children grew up playing with the cute little figures with the shock of fluorescent hair and they were one of the biggest culture trends of the 60’s … more

FremantleMedia Kids & Family Entertainment has announced that it has appointed a number of new licensing agents in key territories to represent its hit burgeoning pre-school property Kate & Mim-Mim. Leading European family entertainment company, Planeta Junior has signed as the licensing agent … more

Nelonen Media, part of Sanoma Media Finland, one of the largest media companies in Europe has acquired the rejuvenated series Nils Holgersson and the new CGI adventure comedy series The Wild Adventures of Blinky Bill. Currently in production both programs are set for delivery by 2017 … more

Studio 100 Media GmbH, the media sales division of the global family entertainment company Studio 100, has concluded a deal with Al Jazeera Media Network, one of the biggest pan-Arab media organizations, for both the new CGI versions of the worldwide well-known classic brands Vic the Viking … more

ORF acquires exclusive linear TV rights for Austria for Studio 100 Media’s children’s and youth programs for the next few years. The agreement commences in 2016 and includes three brand new CGI animations or live action series and three upcoming animation feature films as well as three library … more

The Action Man brand, licensed by Hasbro, was a powerhouse brand from the ‘60s through the ‘90s; and over a 30-year period hundreds of outfits and accessories were available. The Action Man figure was equipped with almost every military uniform imaginable and these stood in line with outfits for … more

Moomin Characters and master agent Bulls Licensing report record revenues for the Moomin brand year to date 2015. With a 27 percent revenue increase worldwide, Moomin now reports ist highest ever sales increase and brand growth … more

LIMA announces the results of its first-ever LIMA Annual Global Licensing Study, quantifying worldwide Global Surveyroyalty rates and accompanying retail sales. According to the report, retail sales of products bearing the trademarked names and likenesses of cartoon characters, corporate logos… more

In one of the most successful franchises of all time, cars, planes and helicopters converted into robot action heroes in the blink of an eye. Hasbro´s TRANSFORMERS brand is one of the world's strongest licences for fans of all ages. Since the property launched in 1984, The Transformers universe … more

On occasion of the anniversary Medienhaus RTL II and Eden Books launch the book “Zuhause im Glück – das große 1x1 des Wohnens”. With the best tips and tricks from more than 170 episodes of the TV show the book provides inspiration and instructions for fans of the show and all those who want to … more

The popular Japanese anime TV series and IP phenomenon “Yo-Kai Watch” (78 x 30 minutes), which is about to debut on a global stage, is now bound to extend its success story further into Europe. The German brand management and media company m4e AG has agreed with VIZ Media Europe to establish … more

After having had the opportunity to observe the licensing market – both national and international – for more than a year, I realize that movements and activities on the market are getting more exciting every day. There is a lot going on. Most fascinating and informative are the various trade fairs and … more

The preschool animation series “Wissper” (52 x 7 minutes) is set to make its debut in the U.S. on the Nick Jr. channel in 2016. Nickelodeon has secured the U.S.-broadcasting rights from German brand management and media company m4e AG, who is co-producing the highly anticipated TV-show with … more

Brand Licensing Europe 2015 is fast approaching and is shaping up to be the best yet. With over 300 brand owners exhibiting this year, and over 70 of those for the first time! We are excited to welcome the likes of … more

Shopkins, by Moose Toys, instantly exceeded sales expectations and has now sold over 100 million characters globally. The results have been outstanding with product flying off shelves globally. The Shopkins’ tag line of “once you shop, you can’t stop” seems to be translating into reality. … more

The town was painted pink during the magical four-day event, and special Winx Club surprises were waiting on every street corner to greet the thousands of young girls who flocked to Jesolo from more than 20 countries including Russia, Turkey, Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, US, and of course … more

Warner Bros. Consumer Products EMEA (WBCP) proudly announces that it has appointed Megalicense International as its licensing representatives in Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States’ (CIS) markets as of January 1, 2016 … more

Brand Licensing Europe has announced the four finalists of its annual License This! competition. Now in its sixth year, the challenge offers those with brand new creative concepts the opportunity to break into the global licensing industry and the final takes place at the show in front of an audience on … more