ShopToys365 scoops win at the Loyalty Magazine Awards
ShopToys365 is widely recognised as the only toy industry specific online marketplace that connects retail buyers and manufacturers across all devices, allowing them to do business faster and easier.
Cartamundi names Stefaan Merckx as new CEO
“I am excited at the prospect of joining a talented team that has displayed the capacity to innovate and grow with customers,” said Merckx.
LEGO teams with the UK Government-led Engineers of the Future roadshow
Led by the Year of Engineering and the Institution of Engineering and Technology, the initiative will give school children across the UK the chance to meet engineers and experience hands-on learning with LEGO Education.
Le Toy Van scoops European Design Award for its Popcorn Machine
The product and its lead designer, Le Toy Van’s marketing and product development manager, Marie Bureau, took home the win in the Toy Design category.
STEM and sustainability gain spotlight as MadeForMums Toy Awards 2018 open for entries
The annual, consumer facing awards, aim to champion the best toys at every age from newborn to pre-teens – and are judged by children, family influencers and toy industry experts.
UK kids' magazines 'plastic toy tat' purge is "top of the agenda", says Egmont
The firm has responded to calls from groups like Authors4Oceans for all UK kids' magazine publishers to end the 'toy tat' giveaways generating 3,000 tonnes of landfill a year.
House of Fraser's plans to shut 31 stores approved by creditors
6,000 jobs will now be axed as the department store chain escaped administration.
Toys R Us Australia to close down after failure to find buyer
The Australian arm of the US chain has 44 stores across the country and employs around 700 people. All will be closed over the coming weeks.
BrickLive "presents massive opportunities for the toy industry," says show organisers
The event has seen exponential growth over recent years, seeing more than 70,000 families and fans of LEGO unite to celebrate their love of the plastic brick.
Hornby's plummeting revenue rescue plan is like "booking a restaurant last minute"
Hornby has seen a revenue fall of 25 per cent to £35.7 million in the 12 months to March 2018.
Pop culture and video game retailer GameStop in talks with potential buyers
It’s the boldest acknowledgment yet of the company’s struggles in the changing retail landscape, seeing more sales and custom lost to digital downloads and online trading.
Number of retailers 'taking advantage of CVA procedure' is "distressing" say landlords
The warning follows recent reports that high street retailer New Look tried to cut the rent of one its sites, but then allegedly offered to pay more after a decision was made to cancel the lease.
Multi-priced retailing couldn't save Poundworld from administrators
Yesterday it was revealed that having faced several headwinds including strong competition and inflation, the retailer had appointed administrators to enter its next phase.
House of Fraser to close 31 0f its 59 shops with 6,000 jobs at risk
If the plan is approved, 2,000 House of Fraser jobs will go, along with 4,000 brand and concession roles.
JUNIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Roald Dahl | Marylebone, London | Salary Dependent on experience | Contract 6-month FTC | 5-day week, Monday to Friday | Start ASAP
Licensing & Affiliates Manager
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home|Battersea, London|Salary: £42,050|June 15th,2018
Marketing Manager
The Copyrights Group is one of the licensing arms within The Vivendi Group. Acquired by Vivendi in 2016 Copyrights manages the licensing for a portfolio of properties to include Paddington Bear. Some of the other companies within the Vivendi Group include Universal Music Group, and their licensing arm Bravado, Gameloft and Studiocanal to name a few.
ShopToys365 scoops win at the Loyalty Magazine Awards
ShopToys365 is widely recognised as the only toy industry specific online marketplace that connects retail buyers and manufacturers across all devices, allowing them to do business faster and easier.
STEM and sustainability gain spotlight as MadeForMums Toy Awards 2018 open for entries
The annual, consumer facing awards, aim to champion the best toys at every age from newborn to pre-teens – and are judged by children, family influencers and toy industry experts.
Little Tikes races into Silverstone to showcase Wheelz and Flyerz ranges
To highlight its Flyerz range, guests were treated to a private helicopter ride over the track.
Spielwarenmesse "poised for major change" in toys with new show product categories including Electronic Toys
The category will make its debut at the 2019 event – running from January 30 to February 3 – amid a number of restructured and reconceptualised product groups.
Mattel celebrates Hot Wheels' 50th with F1's Nico Rosberg in race across London landmarks
Onlookers in locations including Covent Garden and Marble Arch were treated to an appearance from Rosberg via projection mapping across Covent Garden as the F1 champion challenged two Hot Wheels cars to the race.
The Toy Trust's Big Challenge hailed 'huge success' as £200k is raised
The event saw 200 industry professionals walk, run, swim and cycle in a bid to raise the total towards this year’s Giving the Gift of Play theme.
The 10th annual Rainbow Toy Awards 2018 now open for entries
For a decade, the Rainbow Toy Awards has opened its doors to entrants with new launches or relaunches from across the prior 12 months in order to celebrate excellence within the toy industry.
Industry PR experts launch multi-media Hello Communications Group
Hello now incorporates Hello PR, Hello Broadcast, Hello Media Buying and Hello Digital Communications.
Jumbo Games will 'continue to invest heavily in adult puzzle sector' this year
The firm has launched 17 new titles across the adult puzzle sector this month alone. More will follow throughout the rest of the year.
Gemma International to focus on independent sales following Studio by Gemma success
Gemma International will be working with Carte Blanche over the next few weeks to ensure a smooth handover and states that it will be in touch with customers shortly.
Moose Toys launches Shopkins Lil' Secrets play-sets with fan first global campaign
In a campaign that saw an ‘unprecedented response,’ over 6,000 Shopkins superfans from across the globe were invited to register their details to receive a top-secret delivery.
John Adams grows its gross toys and games collection with squeezable Zits range
“We know from our popular Doggie Doo game and Gross Science range that kids love to be gross, so Zits is a perfect fit for our toy and game collection.”
'Stockists have high hopes for new Sweet Pups launch,' says Trends UK
The new range of collectable, scented plush pups launch this July with TV campaign support
As World Cup 2018 kicks off, Heliball Footy Flyer 'could be toy of the summer,' says Wow Stuff
According to the firm, the new Heliball Footy Flyer has been ‘flying off the shelves’ of retailers up and down the country as the country prepares for England’s first World Cup 2018 Russia match next week.
Exclusive: Zimpli Kids turns attention to Russia and Vietnam as global slime mission continues
The firm has now secured distribution partners for its popular slime ranges in 50 countries across the globe, having last month signed off distribution in Panama, Thailand and Nigeria.
Vivid readies for launch of new soft plush collectables Shimmeez
Hitting the shelves in July, the stage is set for Shimmeez to shine and Vivid has ‘robust plans in place to maximise and maintain high brand awareness from launch and beyond.’
