Brandship to handle UK and European licensing push for LAIKA’s portfolio

“With pent up demand and a highly engaged audience, there are number of best-in-class partners in key categories that are being secured,” said Brandship Founder and CEO Lisa Shapiro.

Gap and Disney’s expanded partnership kicks off with Collegiate collection

“We are continuing to build upon our longstanding relationship with Gap by fusing our creative energies to deliver a more stylised product,” said Paul Gitter, Executive Vice President of Global Brand Commercialization at Disney Consumer Products.

Rocky Horror Show gets the video game treatment

“This brand extension helps to demonstrate the huge affection that exists for this fantastic property,” said Adam Bass, Director at Golden Goose.

Batwheels provides “endless inspiration across all major categories”, says Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products

“The airing on Netflix is a huge step forward for this young and incredibly exciting IP,” said Philippe Roucoule, SVP for EMEA Consumer Products at Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products.

Build-A-Bear Workshop launches Bluey collection

“Bluey is a cherished character that embodies joy, imagination, and family fun — values that resonate deeply with Build-A-Bear,” said Sharon Price John, President and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop.

Sports and animé brands driving growth of licensed toys in Europe, reports Circana

“In a year with fewer blockbusters, the toy industry was able to successfully pivot from big screen names to small screen legends and sports heroes,” said Melissa Symonds, UK Toys Director for Circana.

BBC Studios and Penguin Random House renew publishing deal for Bluey

“As Bluey fandom continues to soar, we look forward to bringing even more Bluey stories inspired by the beloved TV show to families,” said Jan Paterson, Director of Book and Audio Publishing at BBC Studios.

MGA Entertainment teams with Paramount for Bratz x Mean Girls dolls

“This collaboration will go down in pop culture history,” said Bratz Vice President of Creative, Chelsea Green.

Hasbro readies Dungeons & Dragons anniversary album

The album’s 12 original tracks are designed to evoke locations within the Forgotten Realms.

Amazon MGM Studios and WildBrain CPLG detail fresh Wednesday collaborations

“We’re just getting started in unlocking Wednesday’s full merchandising potential,” said Jamie Kampel, Head of Amazon MGM Studios Consumer Products and Interactive Licensing.

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