By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter TSBA Group has brokered a deal between Arsenal Football Club and Transport for London for a licensed apparel and accessories collection. The licensed product range celebrates Arsenal station, the London Underground station named after the Arsenal Football Club, following its name change from Gillespie Road in 1932. “It is wonderful to … [Read more...] about Arsenal x TfL Collab a Football Match Made in Heaven
Europe
Transport for London Seeking New Licensing Agency
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The world famous Transport for London organization has issued a tender seeking bids for a brand licensing and development contract. The tender for the TfL contract was posted in late October on the UK government's Find Tender Service. It calls for a three-year contract with the option to extend for a further two years on a yearly … [Read more...] about Transport for London Seeking New Licensing Agency
Ferrero To Release Miraculous Kinder Surprise Eggs
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG has signed an agreement with Ferrero for a multi-territory, in-store promotion for its licensed property, Miraculous. Ferrero is a multinational manufacturer of chocolate and confectionary products based in Italy. The licensing agreement for the multi-territory, European promotion with Ferrero was brokered by DeAPlaneta Entertainment, … [Read more...] about Ferrero To Release Miraculous Kinder Surprise Eggs
Spielwarenmesse and Licensing International Partner on New Trade Show
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The biggest players in licensing trade shows have partnered to bring the industry a new event in Germany called BRANDmate. The German trade fair provider Spielwarenmesse is now partnering with Licensing International and the organizers of a new B2B networking event to create the new company BRANDmate GmbH. That company will launch a new … [Read more...] about Spielwarenmesse and Licensing International Partner on New Trade Show
The Florence by Mills Brand Launches Fashion Collection on ABOUT YOU
By Allison WatkinsonTLL Reporter IMG has signed an exclusive licensing deal between the fashion brand, Florence by Mills, and the ecommerce platform, ABOUT YOU. Established by actress, producer, and entrepreneur Millie Bobby Brown in 2019, the Florence by Mills brand specializes in skincare and color cosmetic products that are easy to use and affordably priced. The … [Read more...] about The Florence by Mills Brand Launches Fashion Collection on ABOUT YOU
Food Licensing: Danone and ZAG Unveil Miraculous Partnership
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The animation studio ZAG has partnered with Danone to bring a new range of healthy foods and beverages to families in Spain and Portugal. As part of the licensing agreement, three of Danone’s product lines—Actimel, Font Vella, and Danone Natural Yogurt—will feature the superheroes from ZAG’s flagship property, Miraculous – Tales of … [Read more...] about Food Licensing: Danone and ZAG Unveil Miraculous Partnership
Food & Beverage: Corona Opening a Beer Store With a Difference
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief There are beer stores, and then there's Corona's version of a beer store. Corona's parent company AB InBev has announced the European launch of its online Corona lifestyle store, in collaboration with sports and lifestyle retail company Cube Partnership. The deal was brokered by IMG, AB InBev’s exclusive licensing representative in … [Read more...] about Food & Beverage: Corona Opening a Beer Store With a Difference
Paddington Bear Extends Partnership With UNICEF
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Paddington Bear brand is continuing its licensing agreement with the non-profit charity organization, UNICEF. Originally created by Michael Bond in 1958, the Paddington Bear franchise is currently owned by the film production company, StudioCanal. The brands' partnership with UNICEF includes educational fundraising products for the … [Read more...] about Paddington Bear Extends Partnership With UNICEF
Book Licensing: New Snacks For a Very Hungry Caterpillar
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Ella's Kitchen in the UK just landed its first ever licensing deal, and it's a doozy. With the help of agency Rocket Licensing, Ella's Kitchen Brands will create a range of kids' snacks based on Eric Carle’s classic literary tale, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The new product line is set to launch this autumn. Ella’s Kitchen is planning … [Read more...] about Book Licensing: New Snacks For a Very Hungry Caterpillar
Licensing Law: Lindt Triumphs in Battle of the Bunnies
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief If you live in a country that celebrates Easter, you've seen them. Rank after rank after rank of sparkling golden bunnies, their gilt foil concealing the decadent Swiss chocolate underneath. What you may not have known is that Lindt's legendary Easter bunny confections have been involved in more than one pitched battle over copyright and … [Read more...] about Licensing Law: Lindt Triumphs in Battle of the Bunnies