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HALIFAX: DHX Media has been commissioned by CBBC in the U.K. to produce two seasons of Airmageddon, a drone competition series that is also slated to air on DHX Television's Family CHRGD in Canada. Airmageddon will look on as the …

SAN DIEGO: MyLocker has launched an online store through which fans can personalize apparel and other consumer products with Suzy’s Zoo art. Through a deal with Lawless Entertainment, MyLocker is making it possible for fans to select Suzy’s Zoo art …

TORONTO: Sinking Ship Entertainment, the producer behind kids’ shows such as Annedroids and Dino Dan, has extended and expanded its worldwide administration and A/V deal with rights management company ole. As part of the deal, ole will continue to handle …

NEW YORK: Nickelodeon has elevated Keith Dawkins from senior VP and general manager of TeenNick and Nicktoons to executive VP of both networks. In his new role, Dawkins will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of TeenNick and Nicktoons. …

LONDON: Zodiak Kids has presold the upcoming second season of the equestrian adventure series The Ranch to a number of broadcasters around the globe. Season two of The Ranch, produced by Zodiak Kids Studios' Télé Images Productions and ARD, is due …

LONDON: Entertainment One (eOne) has secured a number of new licensing partners for the upcoming movie The BFG spanning such categories as games, apparel and confectionery. Blues is on board for leisurewear, while Winning Movies is working on a Monopoly board …

MILAN: Atlantyca Entertainment has launched a new division dedicated to the planning, creation, production and development of live stage shows for the company's properties. Atlantyca Live will be led by Rachele Geraci, who was recently promoted to the position of …

NEW YORK/LONDON: A new Peppa Pig app, designed to teach youngsters about the various seasons, is rolling out this month. The app, Peppa Pig: Seasons—Autumn and Winter, is developed by Kids Industries and is set to launch on December 17. Preschoolers …

HÖHENKIRCHEN/MUNICH: m4e has partnered with Austrian author Thomas Brezina to develop a new, as-yet-untitled boys’ property. The adventure series will be geared toward boys aged 6 to 12. It will feature a hybrid style combining live action with CGI animation, …

TORONTO: Temple Street Productions (The Next Step) has taken a significant minority interest in Industrial Brothers, a children's content creation and animation company. The new investment will see Temple Street provide Industrial Brothers with the capital and expertise to support …