Mattel's "Thomas & Friends" is embarking on a world tour as they leave the Island of Sodor to travel the globe in 52 new 3-minute digital shorts that will air on the brand's YouTube channel throughout the year.

The new content is part of the celebrations for the 70th anniversary of the brand.

Beginning in March, Mattel will introduce a new digital "Thomas & Friends" short each week on the Thomas & Friends YouTube channel and the new "YouTube Kids" app.