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EVENT BROCHURE 2026
An exploration of
brand licensing
for retailers
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EVENT
The world’s
largest licensing
trade show
19-21 MAY 2026
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EVENT
A day of
licensing for the
French licensing
market
30 JUNE 2026
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EVENT
The leading
event for the
growing
Asian licensing
market
15-17 JULY 2026
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Europe's
leading event for
licensing and
brand
extension
6-8 OCT 2026
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Advancing the business of brand licensing.
Reaching 200,000+ licensing professionals worldwide.
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BRAND LICENSING EUROPE RETURNS IN 2026
6-8 OCTOBER 2026
Brand Licensing Europe is the only pan-European event dedicated to licensing and brand extension in all
categories. Bringing together brand owners with retailers, manufacturers and service providers for 3 days of
deal-making, trend spotting and networking.
BRANDS
included:
GEOGRAPHICAL BREAKDOWN
STATS FROM 2025
78
Countries
(+8%) growth in visitors from France, Italy, Germany & Spain
and (+3%) growth overall in European attendance
BLE 2025 TESTIMONIALS
“
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“BLE is a place to immerse into the
latest industry trends and connect
with leaders of the licensing
industry.”
Smurfs
“Over the course of the show, we met so many
amazing people. From licensors and agents to
designers and brand owners, all united by a
passion for great design and meaningful
partnerships. We are walking away from the
event this year VERY excited with what is just
around the corner!”
Juiced
“BLE remains one of the most important moments in
our calendar—a space where creativity meets
commerce, and where our team connects face to
face with the partners, licensors, and collaborators
shaping the future of licensing and retail.“
Difuzed
“Brand Licensing Europe has always been a brilliant venue for our Paddington
partnerships; it’s where creative sparks turn into meaningful collaborations.
From conversations that lead to best-selling products, to new ideas that can
push the brand into unexpected spaces, BLE provides the perfect environment
to connect with passionate partners. “
STUDIOCANAL
“Had a great time at Brand Licensing
Europe! Amazing opportunity to connect
with top brand owners, retailers, and
manufacturers, and explore a wide
range of licensing opportunities. So
many valuable insights and exciting
conversations. Networking with brands
AND animated legends? Totally worth
it!”
Paramount
Speak directly with decision makers - 38% of 2025 attendees
were CEO or Director level
Extend your brand into new categories and territories – 78
countries represented at BLE 2025
Secure new licensing deals onsite - Have multiple meetings with
licensees from around the world using our free Event Planner
Launch your brands to an engaged audience – Secure new
partnerships with engaged licensees and retailers from across the
industry
Stand out from your competitors - Reinforce your commitment
to the marketplace – let people know you’re here to stay
Top 5 reasons to exhibit:
Exhibitors Included:
ZONES OF BLE Character & Entertainment
Brands & Lifestyle
Art & Design
Sports
•70% of visitors are interested in the Character & Entertainment zone
•3 in every 4 retailers are looking to partner with a character &
entertainment brand
CHARACTER | ANIMATION | ENTERTAINMENT | MUSIC
GAMING | TV | FILM | PUBLISHING | APPS
•47% of visitors interested in the Brands & Lifestyle zone
•4 in 5 retailers are looking to partner with a lifestyle brand
CORPORATE BRANDS | FASHION | HERITAGE | SPORTS
AUTOMOTIVE | CHARITIES | CELEBRITIES | FOOD & BEVERAGE
•28% visitors are interested in the Art, Design & Image zone
•1 in 3 retailers are looking to partner with art/design brand
ARTISTS | DESIGNERS | IMAGE LIBRARIES | ILLUSTRATORS
•25% visitors are interested in the Sports zone
•1 in 4 retailers are looking to partner with a Sports brand
SPORTS TEAMS | SPORTS LEAGUES | SPORTS COMPETITIONS
https://www.brandlicensing.eu/en/e
xhibitors/floorplan.html
SEE 2026 FLOORPLAN
ENHANCED EXHIBITING EXPERIENCE
In 2026, Brand Licensing Europe will offer digital add-ons to enhance your online presence and generate more
leads and provide improved post-show reporting to measure your ROI.
By securing your stand, you will also benefit from
our “Lead Generation Package” which provides
more value than ever including:
• Unlimited lead retrieval app users allowing
you and your entire team to scan visitor
badges, capture leads and deliver digital
content to visitors through QR codes
• A showcase page in our online platform to
showcase your IP and book meetings ahead
of time with visitors
• Concierge matchmaking service to
provide 1:1 assistance with meeting outreach
with select attendees to meet your needs
• Lead generation pre & at show with our
‘business card drop-off feature’ for additional
ROI
MORE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
OFFICAL PUBLICATION
Enhance your presence beyond your stand
with a variety of sponsorship options
Showcase your brand to the global licensing
industry year-round
GET IN TOUCH – SALES CONTACTS
North America
UK, Ireland
UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Poland, Nordics
UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, EMEA
Middle East, Africa, Spain, Portugal, France, Belgium, Italy, Switzerland
Christie Ramsey
Account Manager – Key Accounts
Sarala Govindan
Sales Manager
Justin Giuffrida
Sales Manager
Hannah Knoblauch
Account Manager
Katie Ditallo
Sales Manager
1-310-699-5452
1-646-255-0636
1-720-425-2509
1-646-584-2761
christie.ramsey@informa.com
sarala.govindan@informa.com
justin.giuffrida@informa.com
hannah.knoblauch@informa.com
katie.ditallo@informa.com
Greg McDonald
Account Manager +44 (0) 7827 956197 greg.mcdonald@informa.com
Cassius Anderson
Business Development Executive +44 (0) 7990 400015 cassius.anderson@informa.com
Christine Xin
Business Development Manager +44 (0) 7833 058400 christine.xin@informa.com
Matthieu Battini
EMEA Sales Director +44 (0) 7943 801759 matthieu.battini@informa.com
Contact for Korea, Asia & Oceana
