Chupa Chups Signs Sweet Deals

In France, licensee Sahinler is preparing an apparel line for the whole family for retailer La Halles aux Vêtements, as well as a Home Sweet Home bedding collection; Barbier will launch a tabletop range this spring; and Francal is planning a line of gift bags featuring Chupa Chups artwork.

In Asia, Uniqlo will sell Chupa Chups t-shirts for men and kids; Itochu is preparing a full apparel range for Japanese department stores this spring; toy company Takara Tomy will unveil a Chupa Chups ice lolly maker; T-Factory is developing a line of gadgets; Gigno System is working on a Chupa Chups app; the A + AB rabbit character will launch a co-branded campaign in Hong Kong; and Chamzon is planning an apparel line in Korea and China.

In Australia, Magic Brands is planning a range of accessories for smartphones and tablets; and Who Rae has released a line of air fresheners.

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