Including Ben & Holly heading to Russia and Poldark charming US audiences.
Cartamundi has revealed three new launches inspired by Disney Pixar’s Finding Dory. Available from spring 2016 will be a Snap game, a two-in-one game and a game box, all starring Nemo’s forgetful friend and her fellow stars from the film.
eOne has signed the rights to air Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom on leading Russian broadcaster, Carousel. In addition, Megalicense has also been appointed to manage the consumer products programme for the brand throughout Russia and the Ukraine.
Karen Addison Associates is continuing to expand the Thelwell licensing programme, appointing Florida-based NewTack Strategies to grow the licensing of the artwork to the US and key Caribbean and South American markets. Licensing opportunities are available in apparel, stationery, gift, promotional and veterinary products.
ITV Studios Global Entertainment has signed Knockout Licensing as the licensing agent for Poldark in the US and Canada. The hit drama made its US debut on PBS Masterpiece back in June, attracting a strong average of four million viewers per episode. Knockout Licensing is now seeking partners in categories including homewares, gifting, stationery and apparel.
Rocket Licensing has appointed Megan Wain as its new licensing coordinator. Megan – who joins the company after extensive work experience across a diverse range of licensing and media-focused groups – will provide marketing support and coordination across Rocket’s portfolio of brands.
Following the successful launch of a new Arabic language version of Sesame Street in the MENA region, Sesame Workshop and Bidaya Media have appointed Arabian Licensing Company as the agent for the series in UAE, GCC and the Middle East. The new show – the first Arabic language version of Sesame Street for 25 years – premiered on SpaceToon TV and across eight broadcast stations in September.
