The UK-based publisher Farshore has announced a huge win for the company, saying it has secured the publishing rights for books based on the wildly popular CoComelon children's series by Moonbug. The deal was brokered between Bethan Garton at The Point.1888 and Emma Cairns-Smith, the Global Acquisition Director at Farshore. The agreement includes rights for the UK and Eire, … [Read more...] about Farshore Acquires Rights For CoComelon Books
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The Raccoons Classic Series Looking For Licensees Through The Point.1888
The classic 1985 animated TV series The Raccoons is back, and is working with The Point.1888 to seek new licensing opportunities. The series follows the life of three raccoons named Bert, Melissa and Ralph, along with their friend Cedric the Aardvark and his father Cyril, whose constant pursuit of fame and fortune cause endless conflicts in their forest community. “The … [Read more...] about The Raccoons Classic Series Looking For Licensees Through The Point.1888
Who’s News: ZAG Boosts Product Licensing Team
ZAG continues to ramp up its consumer products team, appointing Hyde Schram, an alumn of ViacomCBS and The Walt Disney Company, as its first Vice President of Global Promotions; and Betsabe Luna as Retail and Licensing Director, Mexico and Central America. Schram will report directly to Julian Zag, Executive Vice President, Global Operations, and Luna will report to the … [Read more...] about Who’s News: ZAG Boosts Product Licensing Team
Hisense Sponsoring 2022 FIFA World Cup
Hisense, the world-renowned technology company, has entered into a partnership with FIFA to become an official sponsor of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, creating an exclusive connection between the tournament’s worldwide audience in unique and compelling ways. “Continued investment in world-class sporting events represents Hisense’s determination to become a global brand,” said … [Read more...] about Hisense Sponsoring 2022 FIFA World Cup
MDR Appointed To Rep Paul Frank
Following Futurity Brands’ acquisition of Paul Frank, MDR Brand Management has been appointed to further build on the iconic property. The partnership with MDR begins in South East Asia, Korea and India, with the remit to bring on board new licensing partners, re-energise the brand to capture Paul Frank’s original fans and appeal to the next generation of teens and young … [Read more...] about MDR Appointed To Rep Paul Frank
MGA Entertainment Developing Mobile Games With Riva Technology
The international toy maker MGA Entertainment, best known for its Bratz and LOL Surprise line of fashion dolls, has announced another key move as the company increasingly moves into the digital realm. MGA says it has signed a series of brand licensing deals with game developer Riva Technology and Entertainment to develop a number of new mobile games, based on LOL Surprise and … [Read more...] about MGA Entertainment Developing Mobile Games With Riva Technology
UK’s National Gallery Company In New Collab With Kangaru Toys
The prestigious National Gallery in London, England, has signed an agreement bringing Kangaru Toys into its expansive licensing program. Kangaru, which has a strong background in STEM, stationery, arts and crafts, and novelty toys, is being tasked with developing new painting, drawing and activity sets for the National Gallery. The company says the new product lines will … [Read more...] about UK’s National Gallery Company In New Collab With Kangaru Toys
Merlin Announces New Music Licensing Pact With JOOX
The indie music licensing company Merlin has just announced a new partnership, this time with the makers of the music app JOOX, owned by Chinese parent company TenCent. JOOX is a new strategic partner that gives Merlin members access to new audiences in Asia, including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar and Thailand, as well as South Africa. The agreement … [Read more...] about Merlin Announces New Music Licensing Pact With JOOX
Bluey Crosses the English Channel to Air on France Television
The award winning kids animated series Bluey is crossing the English Channel to thrill a generation of children in France, as France Television has secured the rights to the show and BBC Studios has appointed France TV Distribution as its licensing agent in the country. Beginning this week, Bluey will be broadcast daily in the prime spots of 8:45 a.m. on weekends, and from … [Read more...] about Bluey Crosses the English Channel to Air on France Television
China Continues Attack on Western Brands
By Gary Symons Editor in Chief Under attack by Western countries and some corporations over its treatment of the minority Muslim Uyghur population in the province of Xingiang, China has been lashing out at European and North American luxury brands over the past week, and took another shot at British fashion firm Burberry. The company, like H&M, Nike, and others, had … [Read more...] about China Continues Attack on Western Brands