Popcorn is a bouncy bear with ticklish paws who just ‘pops’ with imagination. He has a fun-filled attitude and his creative approach to problem-solving inspires everyone around him to be creative too! He also has a very special heart shaped button in his ear! Deep in the English countryside nestled amongst … more

April 2015 - Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) announces that after 18 years Bruno Schwobthaler Senior Vice President Marketing, Sales & Business Development EMEA at Warner Bros. Consumer Products will be leaving the company to pursue his own Business Development Projects in … more

Saint Seiya soul of gold, the newest chapter of Toei Animation’s internationally successful Saint Seiya franchise, will debut globally at MIPTV following its April 10 premiere on the Bandai Channel in Japan and Daisuki in Europe (excluding France and the French-speaking European territories) … more

Yet again, the long-established company Noris-Spiele from Fürth, Germany, demonstrates how to operate in a versatile and modern way and releases products, that are completely in line with zeitgeist. Their portfolio features not only board games and party games but also … more

Studio 100 Media today announced a new digital distribution agreement with France TV Distribution. The agreement gives MCN francetv all rights to manage channels in France, on YouTube and Dailymotion for several internationally renowned brands from Studio 100 Media’s portfolio … more

Family entertainment specialist Rainbow has announced that the eagerly anticipated third Winx Club movie – The Mystery of the Abyss – is set to hit cinemas in Greece throughout April! The Mystery of the Abyss sees the Winx fairies in an adventure on the land and in the water as they face their… more

Sky Deutschland and Studio 100 Media extend and enhance their partnership. Sky viewers can continue to enjoy a broad selection of children’s programs including the remakes of the classic series “Maya the Bee” and “Vic The Viking” which continue to excite young viewers with their new computer animated … more

ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) today announces that Global Licensing (NZ) Ltd has been appointed as licensing agent for new action adventure series, Thunderbirds Are Go in New Zealand. Global will oversee the development and expansion of the Thunderbirds Are Go licensing … more

German broadcaster Mainstream Media AG expands its international channel business. The company holds a 25% stake as a founding partner in MCE GmbH (My Cinema Europe), based in Switzerland. Partners in this joint venture are Crystal Clear Entertainment World Wide Ltd., Hong Kong (50%) … more

License2Brand appointed agent of Asterix in Greece and Cyprus. License2Brand is delighted to announce the licensing representation of Asterix. Under the agreement, License2Brand will represent all merchandise rights of Asterix in Greece and Cyprus. “We are thrilled to be representing one the … more

m4e AG has appointed the Paris-based Planeta Junior as its licensing agent (consumer products) for the CGI TV-series “Tip the Mouse” in France and the CEE-territories Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia. Planeta Junior will work to establish and grow the licensing program for “Tip the Mouse” in … more

The seventh edition of the HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) opened today and continues through 9 April with more than 1,250 exhibitors, a new exhibitor record, from 12 countries and regions taking part. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) … more

SpongeBob and his friends are back—and like you've never seen them before—in the all-new blockbuster hit The Spongebob Movie: Sponge out of water arriving on Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray 3D™ Combo Pack, DVD and VOD June 2, 2015 from Paramount Home Media Distribution … more

Licensing Expo, the world’s largest and most influential licensing industry event, and the International Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association (LIMA), the show’s exclusive sponsor, jointly announce that fashion designer and influencer Bethany Mota will deliver ‘The Big Interview’ keynote address … more

On Sunday, April 5, 2015 at 7P/6C, tune in to BET Networks as it returns with the fifth annual "BLACK GIRLS ROCK!™" paying tribute to six groundbreaking women in the areas of entertainment, education, philanthropy, and health. Hosts Tracee Ellis Ross and Regina King return to … more

Just over one week to go till the early bird rate ends for our 12th annual Licensing Essentials Course / Spring Fling Networking party.
Date: Thursday 7th May 2015
Location: 54 Buckingham Gate, London… more

Entertainment One Licensing (eOne) today proudly announces the appointment of Nina Leong as Senior Vice President, Lifestyle. Her appointment is set to strengthen the growing status of its pop culture brands SO SO Happy and Skelanimals. Nina Leong has served as a consultant for eOne’s … more

Viacom Inc. today announced the elements of its strategic realignment, including initiatives designed to promote greater cross-brand collaboration, focus on new growth areas, and improve operational efficiency and financial performance. Following a company-wide review across its worldwide … more

The National Gallery Company Ltd has announced SEB UK Limited, designer and patent holder of Ubox® art and photographic reproductions, as the latest licensee in the National Gallery programme. SEB will produce a comprehensive range of linen-textured flat-packed box prints of some of the … more

The licensor’s kids publishing programme for Dennis the Menace and Gnasher, the much-loved mischievous duo of iconic British comic The Beano, continues to flourish with the category enjoying chart topping success, strong sales figures and international recognition … more