Brand Licensing Europe 2026 Sees Record Exhibitor Numbers, Signaling Industry Growth
Event summary
- Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) 2026 exhibitor numbers hit a record high with 222 confirmed exhibitors, including first-time participants like Tate Modern, ATP Tour, and Del Monte Europe.
- Visitor registration opens for BLE 2026, set to take place from October 6-8, 2026, at Excel London.
- BLE 2025 attracted over 11,000 attendees, with an 8% uplift in visitors from France, Italy, Germany, and Spain.
- New sectors and creative opportunities are being showcased, including a larger museum and heritage space, growing sports sector, and an influx of fashion IP.
The big picture
The record exhibitor numbers for Brand Licensing Europe 2026 reflect the growing confidence and optimism in the global licensing industry, which is valued at $389.8 billion. The event's expansion into new sectors and territories underscores the industry's dynamic nature and its potential for further growth. The strategic anomaly worth flagging is the significant increase in first-time exhibitors, indicating a broader range of sectors and creative opportunities entering the licensing space.
What we're watching
- Industry Growth
- How the record exhibitor numbers will translate into attendance and deal-making at BLE 2026.
- Market Expansion
- Whether the influx of new sectors like fashion IP and sports will sustain long-term growth in the licensing industry.
- Strategic Partnerships
- The pace at which new partnerships and collaborations will be forged among the diverse range of exhibitors.
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