STUDIOCANAL KIDS & FAMILY launches Paddington Essential Collection

The range boasts hand-drawn illustrations and a colour palette inspired by Paddington’s red, white, and blue look.

Designer Mijke Konijn discusses crafting style guides for institutions like Van Gogh Museum and Mauritshuis Museum

“Almost any artwork can be suitable for licensing”: Mijke Konijn takes us inside her creative process.

Thomas Sabo launches SmileyWorld charms

“The beauty of these new charms is that they allow wearers to choose charms that match their mood and showcase their emotions outwardly,” said Janet Martin, Chief Product Officer, Lifestyle Consumer Products at SmileyWorld.

Bulldog Licensing secures Bullseye partners across chocolates, dress-up, quiz books and more

“The saying ’You can’t beat a bit of Bully!’ has never been truer than it is today,” said Bulldog MD Rob Corney.

PUMA launches latest Squishmallows collaboration

This collection sees seven fan-favourite Squishmallows each get their own take on PUMA’s Easy Rider Cam and Palermo Maui styles.

Natural History Museum appoints Jewel as its licensing agent in US and Canada

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Jewel to expand our brand into the US and Canada markets,” said Maxine Lister, Head of Licensing at the Natural History Museum.

Selfridges readies BBC Playback’s first collection of apparel and accessories

“BBC Playback is more than just merchandise – it’s a celebration of the BBC’s influence on British music and culture,” said Andrew Carley, Director of Global Licensing at BBC Studios.

IMG Licensing to helm consumer products push for the Estate of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald

“We’re excited for this new chapter in Fitzgerald history, and to work with the IMG team to find fresh opportunities to share Scott and Zelda’s iconic style,” said Blake Hazard, president of the Estate’s licensing entity.

Care Bears and Sesame Street unite for co-branded ranges across apparel, home, stationery and more

“There’s something timeless about positivity and coming together, which is why this collaboration feels especially meaningful right now,” said Robbie Prinzo, Head of Global Licensing at Cloudco Entertainment.

Australian underwear brand Knobby launches PAC-MAN collection

“Knobby’s exclusive accessories capsule brings PAC-MAN straight from the arcade to the underwear drawer for retro fun you can wear every day,” said Merchantwise Gaming’s Licensing Director, Patrick Lynam.

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