“We empathise with the industry’s disappointment – this is the first year that Toy Fair will not take place in 66 years,” read a statement from the BTHA.

The range, launching in 2021, will span cosy, comfortable footwear ‘inspired by Catan’s themes of trading, building and settling’.

The study of 1000 US parents saw 83% of those surveyed say their kids receive toys from grandparents and other gift-givers which they suspect are not purchased from verified sellers.

We caught up with Audrey to find out more about the development of the award-winning Hollywood Hair, her thoughts on creativity and why she loves inventors.

“It’s truly gratifying to join forces with TOMY and its nearly 100-year heritage of toy innovation,” said Mark Carson, President and co-founder of Fat Brain Toys.

“I’m looking forward to exploring how creatives and their agencies can engage with their social impact and do so with the highest standards of creativity,” said Ramchandani.

TMS’ Head of Sustainability talks toy design, sustainability and what’s involved in achieving certification to The Planet Mark, an internationally recognised sustainability certification.

Batman, Dracula and Spider-Man have together generated some $5.89 billion in revenue between 1980 and 2019, WIPO’s research shows.

“The commitment we have engendered in SILC, as evidenced by the fabulous line-up of speakers and official supporters, highlights the collective drive for change on the sustainable front while also being aware of the commercial realities,” said SILC director Helena Mansell-Stopher.

“The intent of this museum is to take visitors back to their unique childhood experiences, and give them the opportunity to relive their youth, even if just for a few moments,” said Chuck Scothon, SVP and Global Head of Infant and Preschool, Mattel.