The UK is second only to Australia, the research group reveals. The UK boasts the world’s second highest spend-per child on toys and videogames, according to the latest projections from Euromonitor. Second only to Australia, ...
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Firm will be launching a range of plush, figures and playsets. BOTI Global, a Hong Kong based multi-category toy company, has acquired the global rights to manufacture toys for pre-school property Miffy. 2015 marks Miffy’s 60th ...
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Line has been embraced by independents and majors alike since being acquired by the firm back in 2013. Galt Toys believes its successful Ambi Toys line can become one of the UK’s best selling toy brands for the first years market. ...
With brands such as Back to the Future and Wizard of Oz available through the new toys to life title, retailers are rejoicing at the potential new channels it is opening up. LEGO Dimensions will mark another success for the brand at ...
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The firm introduces new dinosaur-themed lines in preparation for this summer's blockbuster movie, Jurassic World. With the release of the blockbuster movie Jurassic World on the horizon, dinosaurs are tipped to be a key trend for ...
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The firm has been championed by the retailer for its commitment, dedication and loyalty to the group. Moose Toys has been named as the 2015 Toys R Us Partner of the Year. The firm - one of the fastest growing toy companies in the US ...
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Inspired by the hit animated series of the same name, the line-up features the monster truck Blaze and his eight-year-old driver AJ, alongside the show’s cast of characters. Toys R US has become the first retailer to secure the ...
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Over 50 per cent of men aged 55 plus that took part in the survey were against removing 'boys' and 'girls' labels on toys. iGen Insight have conducted a nationwide survey to find out whether the public is in support, or against, gender ...
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BASF now offers all five effect pigments of its Lumina Royal product series for plastics applications. This will enable producers of plastics all over the world to create attractive design options in blue and copper color shades. Already in ...
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Bad guy Yellowjacket and Ant-Man himself will get the Funko treatment. Funko has lifted the lid on two new Pop! Vinyl figures based on Marvel’s upcoming Ant-Man film. The two characters getting the Funko treatment are Ant-Man ...
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Hot Toys has unveiled its latest Batman Returns action figure of Michael Keaton's turn as the caped crusader. Keaton may be enjoying something of a renaissance thanks to Birdman, but it's his appearance in 1992's Batman Returns that Hot ...
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The process involved to create a two-inch soft bunny using the machine takes two-and-half hours. A team from Disney Research and Carnegie Mellon University has created a 3D printer capable of making soft toys. IBN Live reports that ...
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The partnership will see Maps launch a new collection of Shopkins Radz, a range inspired by the popular Shopkins characters including Lolli Poppins and Strawberry Kiss. Maps Toys is expanding into its first licensed line in a new ...
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Sales of Hot Wheels and Matchbox brands grow by 10 per cent in first quarter results. Mattel’s worldwide net sales have enjoyed a five per cent increase in constant currency, following ‘steps taken to implement a rapid ...
Character featured in the new Frozen Fever short film. Trends UK has introduced the new Disney Frozen Olaf Chatterbacks toys into the UK market. The Chatterbacks - or Mini Snowgies - are featured in the new Disney Frozen Fever short ...
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