By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Lego Group and Asmodee have launched a multi-year licensing partnership to create and distribute board games through their new collaborative studio, Dotted Games. Through the Dotted Games studio, the Lego Group and Asmodee will create a wide range of high-quality board games that incorporate Lego bricks and building mechanics. “We are … [Read more...] about The Lego Group Builds Board Game Licensing Partnership with Asmodee
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Cloudco Secures Global Partnerships for Care Bears Plush
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cloudco Entertainment has launched three global partnerships for Care Bears plush toys with the Simba Dickie Group, Dan Dee International and Grupo Ruz. The new licensing partners are set to bring a wide range of Care Bears-inspired plush and toy products to customers across the European Union, North America and Mexico. "We are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Cloudco Secures Global Partnerships for Care Bears Plush
Mattel Partners with Non-Profits for Diverse Barbie Fashionista Dolls
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel is launching a Blind Barbie Fashionista doll and Black Barbie Fashionista doll with Down Syndrome in partnership with non-profit advocacy organizations. Mattel's Barbie design team worked alongside the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) and the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to ensure a respectful and accurate representation … [Read more...] about Mattel Partners with Non-Profits for Diverse Barbie Fashionista Dolls
Women In Toys Unveils Finalists for Wonder Women Awards
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment (WiT) has just presented the list of finalists for this year's Wonder Women Awards. WiT is the industry's leading organization for the advancement of women in our industry. The Wonder Women Awards are an important part of that work, as they recognize and celebrate the exceptional female … [Read more...] about Women In Toys Unveils Finalists for Wonder Women Awards
The Lego Group Debuts Fan-Inspired Set Based on the Jaws Movie
By TLL Staff The Lego Group and UP&E has announced a Lego Ideas fan-inspired building set based on the 1975 blockbuster horror movie, Jaws. Originally conceived by LEGO fan Johnny Campbell through the LEGO Ideas community platform, the 1497-piece Jaws x Lego set includes many licensed elements from the Jaws movie such as official characters, props, settings and more. "JAWS … [Read more...] about The Lego Group Debuts Fan-Inspired Set Based on the Jaws Movie
LEGO Demands Suppliers Reduce GHG Emissions By 2026
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The LEGO Group is putting the building blocks in place to achieve net zero carbon emissions, by enforcing new rules for its suppliers. To meet that goal, LEGO launched a new Supplier Sustainability Program to drive down carbon emission in its global supply chain. The program recognizes the critical role that suppliers can play in helping … [Read more...] about LEGO Demands Suppliers Reduce GHG Emissions By 2026
Merchantwise To Rep Hasbro in the Pacific Region
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toyco giant Hasbro has announced Merchantwise will be its new licensing agency for its brands in Australia and New Zealand. Merchantwise is a leading gaming and entertainment brand licensing agency headquartered in Melbourne with offices in Australia, the UK, Europe and China. The company has now been 'onboarded' as Hasbro’s agency to … [Read more...] about Merchantwise To Rep Hasbro in the Pacific Region
LEGO’s Bumblebee Transformers Set Creating Some Buzz
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief There's more than meets the eye with LEGO's latest creation, a replica of the Transformers character Bumblebee that easily ... well ... transforms. Released amid the franchise’s 40th anniversary year, the LEGO Icons Transformers Bumblebee set maintains the same scale as the LEGO TRANSFORMERS Optimus Prime set, originally revealed in … [Read more...] about LEGO’s Bumblebee Transformers Set Creating Some Buzz
Hasbro Brings the Fun To American Dream With The GameRoom
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and American Dream will hold the grand opening in New Jersey of a new concept in fun, called THE GAMEROOM, set for June 26. THE GAMEROOM is a 41,500 square foot entertainment centre that is fully dedicated to the toy and game culture embodied by Hasbro. It features arcade games, attractions, retail outlets and full-service … [Read more...] about Hasbro Brings the Fun To American Dream With The GameRoom
The Lego Group and Aston Martin Race Into Licensed Toys
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Lego Group has launched a set of licensed Speed Champions toys as part of a new partnership with the luxury car brand, Aston Martin. The Lego x Aston Marton licensing partnership features a double pack of buildable Lego Speed Champions toys that are based on the AMR23 Aramco Formula 1 race car and the Aston Martin Lagonda Vantage safety … [Read more...] about The Lego Group and Aston Martin Race Into Licensed Toys