Bonnier launches titles to mark ZSL’s 200th anniversary
29 October 2026

Bonnier Books UK has launched three books to coincide with 200 years of ZSL: ‘Behind the Scenes’, provides readers aged five and over with a guide to ZSL’s conversation zoos and ‘Thrive’ features conservation stories from around the world, exploring how ZSL teams work with communities and organisations to protect species and restore habitats.  ‘Poop Stars’ is for readers aged three and up and is a read aloud story which combines humour with facts about animals and the natural world.

Paperblanks launches first New York Botanical Garden Collection
05 October 2026

Global stationery brand, Paperblanks has launched its first collection with the New York Botanical Garden.  ‘Golden Fritillaria’ is inspired by the botanical art in NYBG’s extraordinary rare book collection and includes several journals and a bookmark featuring watercolour plates by renowned botanical illustrator Pierre-Joseph Redoute. Further collections will follow in 2027

Portico launches 2027 Elmer the Patchwork Elephant calendar
15 September 2026

New Elmer partner, Portico Designs, has launched their first Elmer Square Wall Calendar. The calendar showcases 12 Elmer illustrations by David McKee, writer and illustrator of the Elmer books.

Pelham launches first collection with Zoological Society of London
13 July 2026

Pelham Leather Goods has launched its first co-created collection for the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) to coincide with  ZSL’s 200th anniversary year.  The collection, featuring illustrations and design elements inspired by ZSL’s library archive and conservation work, consists of suitcases, bags, packing cubes and small leather goods targeting adults.  This will be followed by a children’s collection.

HUNTER DOUGLAS LAUNCHES INTENATIONAL COLLABORATION WITH NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN
30 June 2026

Bespoke window treatments and homewares company, Hunter Douglas Group, has launched a collaboration with The New York Botanical Garden. Drawing from NYBG’s Rare Book Collection, the range features 10 designs, reflecting a deep connection to the natural world and transforming windows into living expressions of nature. Content to promote the collection was filmed on location at the Garden. The designs launch in the UK on Blinds2Go and in the US on SelectBlinds and will be followed by further launches internationally. 

Elmer joins licensee, The Puppet Company, for their 25th Birthday celebration at Hamleys
11 June 2026

The Puppet Company, has had their first-ever dedicated window display at Hamleys on Regent Street in London, celebrating 25 years of puppets, imaginative play, and family fun.  Not only did Elmer feature in the display, but he was there to support The Puppet Company team by unveiling the window.

WOODMANSTERNE LAUNCHES ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF LONDON COLLECTION
02 June 2026

Renowned British greetings card publisher, Woodmansterne, launched the first licensed card collection with Zoological Society of London at Progressive Greetings Live in London. The cards feature Gibbons, Elephants, Giraffes, Butterflies, Peacocks, Leopards, Turtles and Birds from the illustrated collections in ZSL’s library archive.

REISS’S NEW COLLABORATION BLOOMS!
27 May 2026

British fashion brand, Reiss, has launched its second collection in collaboration with the New York Botanical Garden.  Inspired by the illustrations in the NYBG’s rare books archive, the 2026 womenswear range includes dresses, tailoring and separates adorned with vividly hued butterflies and flora. The collection will be available in Reiss stores, reiss.com and in stores across the world. Proceeds contribute to NYBG’s work in global plant research and conservation, horticulture, and education.

Zoological Society of London signs with Bonnier Books
12 May 2026

Leading children’s publisher, Bonnier Books, has partnered with the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) for a 3-year programme. Launching in the conservation charity’s 200th anniversary year, the partnership encompasses children’s books across Bonnier’s imprints, including Templar Books and Big Picture Press. Templar Books will publish three titles in 2026. The first title ‘Behind the Scenes’ takes a look at ZSL’s conservation zoos and launches in July 2026. 

METROSTAR JUDGING AT THE BRAND & LIFESTYLE LICENSING AWARDS
12 March 2026

Metrostar’s Claire Potter joined a panel of industry experts to judge the retail categories at the Brand & Lifestyle Licensing Awards.  Hosted by the Natural History Museum, the Awards reward retailers’ achievements in licensing over the past 12 months and take place in London at the Royal Lancaster Hotel on April 23rd.