Experiences

Ben Townsend, Licensing Assistant at Aardman Animations, shares some design highlights from a recent trip to Disneyland Paris.

Mandrill Mayhem is a winged, launch, shuttle ride with an inversion – a first for Chessington, which last introduced a rollercoaster back in 2004.

PlasticFree houses case studies and editorial from leaders in the worlds of design and science, as well as a guide of trending sustainable materials.

“We are excited to give our global fanbase yet another way to get scared and have fun with fear in the heart of Las Vegas,” said Page Thompson, President of New Ventures at Universal Parks & Resorts.

“We see significant potential to expand the brand’s presence and profile beyond the core toy range,” said Maarten Weck, EVP & Managing Director at WildBrain CPLG.

The team will be based at the Mojo Nation stand – B38.

Inspired by the Booksellers Association’s Christmas Books catalogue, Start Licensing’s Ian Downes puts licensed publishing in the spotlight.

Our chat with CAA Brand Management’s Ellie Parry about being hands-on with brands was our most read interview of the year.

We asked figures in the licensing industry for their favourite launches of the year. The only caveat… They couldn’t choose a product or experience they were involved in!

Attractions will include the Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge ride, Toadstool Café and the 1-UP Factory gift shop.