By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global fruit and vegetable company Fresh Del Monte is looking for some 'Miraculous' results from its partnership with ZAG Animation. Fresh Del Monte is one of the world's leading vertically integrated producers, distributors and marketers of fresh and pre-cut fruits and vegetables. The company has worked with Miraculous before, but is … [Read more...] about ZAG Enters Fruitful Partnership With Produce Giant Fresh Del Monte
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TeamTO Adapts Elisabeth: Princess of Versaille As Animated Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TeamTO has acquired the rights to adapt the Elisabeth: Princess of Versailles book series into an animated production. TeamTO is a French childrens' entertainment company that focuses on producing film and TV content based on both licensed and internally-developed IP. TeamTO's productions air on broadcasting and streaming channels … [Read more...] about TeamTO Adapts Elisabeth: Princess of Versaille As Animated Series
Who’s News: LEGO Appoints New Chief Sustainability Officer
By Rob Hutchins Editor, Products of Change The LEGO Group has appointed a chief sustainability officer in the form of Annette Stube, the current executive vice president and head of sustainability at Stora Enso. Stube will take up the new role with the Danish toymaker from January 1, 2024 when she will report to CEO Niels B Christiansen and take on responsibility for … [Read more...] about Who’s News: LEGO Appoints New Chief Sustainability Officer
Jazwares and Puma Launch Squishmallows Apparel and Footwear
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Jazwares has entered a licensing partnership with the PUMA brand for a Squishmallows-themed apparel and footwear collection. Founded in 1948, PUMA is a global sports lifestyle brand that specializes in designing, developing, distributing and marketing sports-inspired streetwear and performance products. The PUMA Group currently … [Read more...] about Jazwares and Puma Launch Squishmallows Apparel and Footwear
JPatton: The Company That Fiercely Protects Your Brand
Leader in Brand Protection Showing Off New Licensing Management System at BLE By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In the world of licensing, nothing is more important than protecting your brand. But according to Franco Diaz (at right in above photo, with VP Pete Reyes) of the brand protection technology manufacturer JPatton, many brand owners don’t invest in brand … [Read more...] about JPatton: The Company That Fiercely Protects Your Brand
SEGA and Wildbrain Secure Some ‘Super Sonic’ Licensees
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain CPLG and SEGA of America have secured multiple new licensing partnerships for the Sonic Prime Netflix series. Sonic Prime is an animated adventure series that follows Sonic the Hedgehog as he journeys through a warped multiverse to restore his original reality. The Sonic Prime series is jointly produced, distributed, and … [Read more...] about SEGA and Wildbrain Secure Some ‘Super Sonic’ Licensees
Who’s News: Suzy Raia Promoted to SVP at BBC Studios
TLL Staff BBC Studios - Americas has promoted Suzy Raia to Senior Vice President, Consumer Products and Business Development. Based in New York, Raia will continue to oversee and provide strategic licensing planning for the Bluey franchise in the Americas, as well as other key BBC brands including Doctor Who, Top Gear, His Dark Materials, and Natural History Unit … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Suzy Raia Promoted to SVP at BBC Studios
BBC Developing Bluey Video Game With Outright Games
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has partnered with Outright Games to develop a licensed video game based on the Bluey childrens' series. Outright Games is a global company that specializes in developing and publishing family-friendly video games based on licensed entertainment brands. “We’re delighted to be working with Outright Games on Bluey’s first … [Read more...] about BBC Developing Bluey Video Game With Outright Games
Strawberry Shortcake Enjoying Sweet Licensing Success Ahead of Netflix Special
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Wildbrain is pulling out all the stops in licensing activations as its new Strawberry Shortcake is due for a quartet of Netflix specials. Wildbrain is a global entertainment leader, and expectations are high for the upcoming CGI animated shows airing on Netflix in 2023 and 2024. As a result, the company's Strawberry Shortcake brand is … [Read more...] about Strawberry Shortcake Enjoying Sweet Licensing Success Ahead of Netflix Special
Bluey Partners With Hanna Andersson for Sustainable Kid Fashion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios Kids & Family has partnered with Hanna Andersson for an exclusive Bluey-themed children's apparel collection. Hanna Andersson is a children's and infant apparel company that designs and manufactures sensory-friendly clothing items. The company is known for its fair trade, organic and sustainable business … [Read more...] about Bluey Partners With Hanna Andersson for Sustainable Kid Fashion