Food & Drink
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.
Read the Brands Untapped Creative Guide online now
The Brands Untapped Creative Guide profiles 14 different studios and is also available to pick up at BLE from the Brands Untapped booth – E175.
Plunge debuts limited-edition Liquid Death ice bath
Only 300 have been made.
Sophie Bloomfield and Aardman’s Ben Townsend on cracking collaborations for Wallace & Gromit
Creative consultant Sophie Bloomfield and Aardman’s Licensing Approvals Co-ordinator Ben Townsend on why the brand continues to soar in consumer products.
Magic Light Pictures bolsters The Gruffalo’s food portfolio with Cocoba Chocolate, Cake Decor and Just Love Food
“FMCG is a really important category for us to develop the Gruffalo brand further,” said Aidan Taylor-Gooby, Licensing Director, Magic Light Pictures.
John Friend, Head of Xbox Gaming Consumer Products, on understanding fans – and listening to creatives
“You’ve got to understand the psychological motivation”: Xbox Gaming’s John Friend discussing his approach to crafting brand extensions.
6IXTY8IGHT debuts Chupa Chups collection
The range of apparel spans lingerie to casualwear, all infused with ‘Chupa Chups’ nostalgic charm’.
Heinz teams with Walkers for Monster Munch Mayonnaise
The limited-edition launch combines the tangy flavour of Pickled Onion Monster Munch crisps with Heinz’s Mayonnaise.
WildBrain CPLG bolsters Spin Master partnership to include representation for Vida the Vet, Rubik’s and Tech Deck
“Spin Master has deep experience creating award-winning content and engaging stories that resonate with kids and families,” said Meike de Vaere, SVP Partnerships & Business Development, WildBrain CPLG.
Surge named global licensing agent for Hellraiser
“We see endless opportunities to create unique merchandise featuring renowned Cenobite characters from the franchise,” said Mark Freedman, President of Surge Licensing.