Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit media and educational organization behind Sesame Street, has named Stefan Kastenmüller to the newly created position of General Manager for Europe. Kastenmüller will be responsible for developing and implementing a long-term strategic vision for the Workshop in the region … more

Fans of Sesame Street will be able to dress up as Elmo, Cookie Monster, and the rest of their favourite friends from the classic TV series with a new range of dress up and accessories from Rubie’s Masquerade. Leading European agency, Bulldog Licensing, which manages the consumer products programme for … more

With a list that includes the sensational new Moose Toys line Kindi Kids, along with established hits Treasure X, Sesame Street, Angry Birds, Care Bears, Miraculous, Match Attax, LIFE , and That’s not my… there’s an enormous variety of licensing categories being targeted by a list of properties that … more

With a list that includes Angry Birds, Care Bears, Match Attax, Miraculous, Pikmi Pops, Shopkins, Treasure X, Sesame Street, Route 66, LIFE, Garfield and That’s not my…, would-be licensees can choose from hit games, books and films, classic and new TV shows, collectibles, cards and much more … more

Much-loved Sesame Street friends Cookie Monster and chef Gonger wowed London as they visited the capital for four fun-packed days of events, interviews and media appearances to promote Cookie Monster’s Foodie Truck which airs on Tiny Pop in the UK. The whirlwind trip, from 14-17 April … more

Bulldog Licensing, one of the UK’s leading licensing agencies, which represents Sesame Street in the UK on behalf of non-profit organization Sesame Workshop, has brought Sesame Street to the catwalk during London Fashion Week (15 –19 February), at which over 100 businesses leading in creativity … more

Bulldog Licensing, one of the industry’s leading licensing agencies, will be showcasing a strong and diverse portfolio of properties on stand C2 at BLE 2018. Pikmi Pops from Moose Toys is a range of sweet-scented miniature plushies that come with surprises - all packaged inside an … more

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, has named two new licensing agents: Bulldog Licensing for the UK and Eire, and J&M Brands for the Benelux. The agencies will oversee … more

Smiley teams with loveable footwear brand Crocs this summer to launch a fun range of Smiley inspired Jibbitz charms. Crocs are best known for their super comfy rubber slip-ons, that have been spotted on some of the world’s best known celebs from the likes of Jack Nicholson and Adam Sandler to Whoopi… more

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesamstrasse (the German version of Sesame Street), has named NICI as its licensee, developing a new range of plush toys and gift range for the German-speaking territories. CPLG, Sesame Workshop’s licensing … more

In a deal brokered by CPLG, global sports brand Puma has partnered with Sesame Workshop, the organization behind Sesame Street, to introduce a kid’s collection of footwear and apparel inspired by the well-loved characters of the iconic children’s show. … more

Asia’s expanding middle class and growing demand for high quality brands present huge opportunities to the region’s licensing industry. Next week, the world’s leading licensors will gather at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre for the 14th Hong Kong International Licensing Show … more

Anyone who has walked down a toy aisle or set foot inside a children’s retail store, has witnessed the powerful presence of licensed children’s products. Brands like Skylanders, Elf on the Shelf and Rabbids dominate retail shelves in the form of toys, apparel and accessories … more

Hasbro, Inc. today reported revenue and earnings growth for the second quarter 2011. The Company reported 23% net revenues growth to $908.5 million compared to $737.8 million in the second quarter 2010. Second quarter 2011 net revenues include a positive $35.8 million impact of foreign exchange… more

CPLG - licensing agent for the Sesame Street brand – has announced details of a unique agreement that will see Art You Grew Up With appointed as fine art partner for the property. As one of the world’s leading educational brands Sesame Street needs little introduction – loved by kids and trusted by adults ... more

What does the upcoming year 2010 hold for licensing in Germany? Even though or just because Germany is still affected by global economic crises, the licensing market here remains stable. Licensed products take about 17 percent of the market, quite a small proportion compared to the rest of Europe. Top … more

CPLG ties two-year DTR agreement with retailer for clothing line featuring popular characters.The familiar faces of Big Bird, Elmo, Cookie Monster and Bert & Ernie among others will be featured on nightwear, essentials, hosiery, daywear, swimwear, accessories and homewares… more