Global Authorization Exhibition · Shanghai Station Appears Clover, Over 1500 IPs Gather on Site Brands | Bread | Global

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The 2022 Global Authorization Market Report released by the International Authorization Industry Association shows that global authorized goods and services sales increased to $315.5 billion in 2021, surpassing the $300 billion mark, an increase of 7.75% from $292.8 billion in 2019. In 2014, this figure was only $241.5 billion, and within seven years, retail revenue from authorized goods and services surged by 30.6%.

The official introduction of the "Bread Superman" IP

Against the backdrop of sustained development and breakthroughs in the global licensing market, the Chinese licensing market has also been pressed to accelerate. To promote the development of China's authorized industry chain, from June 28th to 30th, the Global Authorized Exhibition · Shanghai Station made its debut at the National Convention and Exhibition Center. The exhibition scale reached 35000 square meters, an increase of 37% compared to 2021. Over 300 authorized industry renowned enterprises, including Warner, IMG, Alibaba Fish, Bandai, Xinchuanghua, Aofei, Huaqiang Fante, Yongsheng Animation, Bona, Tencent, Deying, 52Toys, TopCity, etc., gathered at the scene with over 1500 IPs, including Doraemon, Trisolarans, Harry Potter, Honor of Kings, Bears, Chinese Fantasy Tales, British Museum, Dragon Ball, Fat Tiger, Luo Tianyi, SpongeBob SquarePants, Antenna Baby, etc.


Global Authorization Exhibition · Shanghai Station Appears Clover, Over 1500 IPs Gather on Site Brands | Bread | Global

Global Authorization Exhibition - Shanghai Station Live

Due to the inherent traffic of IP co branding, it is easy to quickly gain popularity, attracting the attention of the main force in China's new consumer market, Generation Z. "Many brands choose to cooperate with IP authorization to bring more topics and exposure to their products, enhance brand promotion effect and brand value," the organizer told reporters.

In the exhibition area of Chinese virtual singer Luo Tianyi, there are not only figurines and dolls designed based on Luo Tianyi's image, but also daily necessities such as shoulder bags and mouse pads. According to the relevant person in charge, Luo Tianyi has over ten million core fans and has also appeared on large TV New Year's Eve galas and other stages. "Luo Tianyi has been in the industry for 10 years and has cooperated with many brands. This year, he will upgrade his virtual singer technology, and his multiple AI products are committed to popularizing his creations. In addition, he also hopes to incorporate his unique UGC culture to achieve more resonance among different circles."


Global Authorization Exhibition · Shanghai Station Appears Clover, Over 1500 IPs Gather on Site Brands | Bread | Global

Global Authorization Exhibition - Shanghai Station Live

Shanghai Enterprise Xinchuanghua, founded in 2002, currently acts as the agent of many internationally renowned animation IPs, such as Altman series, famous detective Conan, Hatsune Miku, New Century Evangelist, masked knight series, Inuyasha, etc. At the 2023 Brand Conference and Bread Superman Brand Launch held the day before, the company announced the official introduction of the well-known Japanese IP "Bread Superman".

"The 'Bread Superman' picture book was released in 1973 and has been around for a full 50 years. In 1988, the Bread Superman animation was aired and now has over 1600 episodes and 2300 characters. Its product licensing has also celebrated its 30th anniversary. According to Rika Kataoka, the copyright representative of Bread Superman Japan, this IP has been firmly at the forefront of authorized IP for preschool children in Japan for many years. It not only has picture books, toys, but also many daily necessities such as clothes and food." The original author, Song Yanase, had a great wish before his death to let people all over the world know Bread Superman. ". Sun Jian, General Manager of Xinchuanghua, sighed that this IP company has been waiting for 13 years since 2010 and will launch numerous authorized products around "Bread Superman" in the future.


Global Authorization Exhibition · Shanghai Station Appears Clover, Over 1500 IPs Gather on Site Brands | Bread | Global

Global Authorization Exhibition · Shanghai Station Attracting Numerous Visitors

It is not just anime and game IPs seeking cooperation at the exhibition site. The reporter saw at the China Film Festival that the previously popular movie "Wandering Earth 2" brought many peripheral products, such as earth shaped popcorn and MOSS shaped building blocks. "The concept of camping has been very popular recently, and we also have camping water cups, blankets, frisbees, etc. authorized by the IP of" Wandering Earth 2 "." Booth manager Wu Yuetan introduced that participating in the authorized exhibition also wants to find cooperation opportunities for the upcoming new movie. "Director Chen Kaige's" Volunteer Army "is expected to be released on National Day, and the IP is currently under development. It will be launched simultaneously with the movie's release in the future."

In addition, on the first day of the authorization exhibition, the China Authorization Industry Award was presented on the same day. The award aims to encourage innovative, pioneering, and enterprising licensors, franchisees, authorized agents, retailers, and other enterprises and teams in the Chinese authorization industry, and promote communication and development in the authorization industry. This year's award attracted 450 participating projects, with 82 projects successfully shortlisted. On site events such as authorization industry forums and brand promotion events will also be held.


Global Authorization Exhibition · Shanghai Station Appears Clover, Over 1500 IPs Gather on Site Brands | Bread | Global
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