By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The RHS is launching a new licensed collection with Sophie Allport for the upcoming 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show event. The 2025 Sophie Allport x RHS collection will offer a range of exclusive memorabilia that celebrates the Chelsea Flower Show and the brands' ongoing licensing partnership. This year’s product range has expanded to include … [Read more...] about The RHS and Sophie Allport Announce Chelsea Flower Show Collection
Europe
Taiwan Expands Global Licensing Presence at Bologna Children’s Book Fair
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The country of Taiwan is actively working to increase its role in the global licensing industry, including its first-ever showing at the Bologna Licensing Trade Fair/Kids (BLTF/K). As the Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF) continues to evolve into a cross-sector rights hub, Taiwan is leveraging the event to introduce its own various … [Read more...] about Taiwan Expands Global Licensing Presence at Bologna Children’s Book Fair
Licensing Connection Tapped to Rep Oscar-Winning Film ‘Flow’
TLL Staff The Licensing Connection has been appointed as the exclusive global licensing agent for the Oscar-winning film Flow. Directed by Gints Zilbalodis, the Latvian film was the upset winner for Best Animated Feature Film at the 97th Academy Awards. Licensing Connection says the agreement marks a significant step in expanding the reach of the critically acclaimed … [Read more...] about Licensing Connection Tapped to Rep Oscar-Winning Film ‘Flow’
WildBrain Expands FAST Kids’ Channel Offerings Across Europe
TLL Staff WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, has strengthened its presence in the FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) kids’ space with the launch of multiple new channels across Europe. The new FAST channels will feature popular properties such as Teletubbies, Strawberry Shortcake, and Degrassi. That's also a sign that licensing … [Read more...] about WildBrain Expands FAST Kids’ Channel Offerings Across Europe
Miraculous Corp Expands Its Global Publishing Partnerships
TLL Staff Miraculous Corp, the joint venture between Mediawan and ZAG, has announced an expansion of its global publishing footprint with new partnerships and book launches ahead of the Bologna Children's Book Fair. Miraculous says these agreements reinforce the company and its brands as a leading force in children's entertainment, with a lineup of new titles set to … [Read more...] about Miraculous Corp Expands Its Global Publishing Partnerships
Unilever to Sell The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Unilever has announced that it has received a binding offer from plant-based food company Vivera to acquire The Vegetarian Butcher. The brand, founded by Jaap Korteweg, was purchased by Unilever in 2018 and has since achieved strong double-digit growth, expanding to over 55 markets worldwide across retail and foodservice sectors. The … [Read more...] about Unilever to Sell The Vegetarian Butcher to Vivera
Konami Launches Yu-Gi-Oh Collections in Anime Hotspot France
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Konami Cross Media has announced several new licensing agreements for the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise across France and continental Europe. The effort, led by Francoise Bouvet of MJA Licensing, serving as the sub-agent for Yu-Gi-Oh! in France, is headlined by deals with the leading French manufacturer Plastoys, and Paris-based Kettei Art, which … [Read more...] about Konami Launches Yu-Gi-Oh Collections in Anime Hotspot France
Who’s News: Freddie Lindsell Pursues Science of Licensing at Bulldog
TLL Staff Bulldog Licensing has announced the appointment of Freddie Lindsell as its new Licensing Coordinator. Freddie’s responsibilities will include supporting the team as a whole across the contract process and product approvals. This post has been created to help manage portfolio growth along with the ongoing evolution of service demands for the award-winning … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Freddie Lindsell Pursues Science of Licensing at Bulldog
University of Toronto Press and British Library Announce Scribe Book
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter University of Toronto Press and the British Library are releasing a new co-published volume by Patricia Lovett, titled The Art of the Scribe. Scheduled for release in April 2025, The Art of the Scribe builds on the long-standing partnership between the British Library and the UTP. “UTP's extensive reach throughout North America has … [Read more...] about University of Toronto Press and British Library Announce Scribe Book
Sesame Workshop and Discovery Education Launch Licensed Early Learning Resources
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop and Discovery Education have created a new collection of Sesame Street branded resources within Discovery's Espresso platform. The resources will utilize licensed characters from Sesame Workshop's portfolio of children's entertainment brands, alongside research-based content from the non-profit organization's … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop and Discovery Education Launch Licensed Early Learning Resources