The Riki Group of Companies, together with the promotion and licensing agency Blink Inc., has formed a strategic agreement with partners in South Korea to advance the animated series Fixies and Tim and Tom. This milestone was announced through the Civil Code press service as part of ongoing regional development efforts.
Countries expanding their media presence will showcase these efforts at the Korea Character Licensing Expo. Blink Inc. will collaborate with Ricky to drive branded food products, cosmetics, toys, and art kits into the South Korean market, creating a broader ecosystem around the character brands and their stories.
Executives highlighted the collaboration as a meaningful step, noting that Riki Group projects have built traction not only in Russia but also across international markets. The leadership emphasized Blink’s intention to launch a comprehensive licensing program across major consumer categories and to elevate these brands within the Korean market, aligning with broader regional growth goals.
Tim and Tom, a story driven by a hippopotamus and a baby elephant, debuted in South Korea in the autumn of 2022, marking a notable expansion into East Asian screens and merchandise opportunities that resonate with family audiences.
Corrections, a concept focused on technicians who repair and modernize systems, is available in Korea through the nation’s primary public education broadcaster, signaling an emphasis on educational programming alongside entertainment offerings.
In May, Ricky finalized an investment agreement with a Chinese partner to distribute and promote a new season of The Fixies, expanding cross-border licensing opportunities and strengthening the program’s reach in Asia while exploring potential markets in North America.
Comments from former producers highlighted the broader impact of evolving sanctions and the strategic move to broaden apparel lines and related consumer products, illustrating how licensing teams adapt to changing trade landscapes while pursuing new revenue streams.