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IRON MAIDEN Licensing Program Reaches 110+ Global Partners During 50th Anniversary Year

Global Merchandising Services reports more than 110 licensing partners for IRON MAIDEN across apparel, collectibles, publishing, retail and location-based experiences as the band marks its 50th anniversary and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.

IRON MAIDEN Licensing Program Surpasses 110 Partners Worldwide

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The licensing program has grown to over 110 partners, spanning apparel, toys and collectibles, publishing, experiences and more.

Licensed products are reaching mainstream and specialty retailers worldwide, including Target, Walmart, H&M, Primark and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame shop.

The expansion coincides with IRON MAIDEN's 50th anniversary, a worldwide tour, and the band's induction into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, reinforcing broader commercial activity tied to the brand.

# What happened Global Merchandising Services, IRON MAIDEN's worldwide licensing agent, announced the band's global consumer products licensing program has surpassed 110 licensing partners. The program covers apparel and accessories, toys and collectibles, publishing, location-based experiences and other consumer products designed to extend the band's visual identity and Eddie mascot into retail and events worldwide.

# Where the products are appearing Licensed IRON MAIDEN products are being distributed through a mix of mass, fashion and specialty retailers. Named retailers include Target, Walmart, JCPenney, Hot Topic, Spencer's, DTLR, Tillys, Fashion Nova, PacSun, Revolver, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Rockabilia, Torrid, H&M, George at Asda, EMP and Primark. That retail spread indicates the program targets mainstream availability alongside specialist outlets for collectors.

# Notable licensing projects and partners

  • Publishing: Centauria Editore Srl expanded the IRON MAIDEN partwork publishing program with 50 issues planned across Italy, Hungary and Argentina, with more territories expected. Earlier success in publishing includes Thames & Hudson's Infinite Dreams visual history, released in 2025 and published in 11 languages, which reached The Sunday Times Best Seller list.
  • Experiences: Indice Sports MkT is producing "Run For Your Lives," the first official IRON MAIDEN running event, scheduled for October 10, 2026 at Vale do Anhangabaú in São Paulo with a 5K night run, 2.5K walk and kids' races.
  • Apparel and accessories: The apparel roster includes partnerships with Dixxon Flannel, Wrangler, Clocks & Colours, Goodie Two Sleeves, John Varvatos, MADEWORN, Hard Rock International, 707 Street and 23POINT5.
  • Collectibles and toys: Brand partners in collectibles and toys include Handmade by Robots, Medicom Toys, Minix, Super7, Q Workshop, MAJOR BENDIES LLC, Knucklebonz Inc. and M2 Machines.

# How this ties to IRON MAIDEN's current activities

Jens Drinkwater, head of licensing at Global Merchandising Services, said the program's breadth reflects the strength of the multi-generational brand and highlighted the diversity of partner categories finding "new and authentic ways to engage IRON MAIDEN fans, while continuing to respect what makes the brand so distinctive."

# What this means for fans and retailers Fans can expect broader availability of IRON MAIDEN merchandise across price points and channels, with collectibles and special editions targeted at collectors and mass-market apparel and accessories available through large retailers. Retailers and licensees are leveraging the band's anniversary and touring schedule to launch products and events timed to maintain visibility through late 2026 and into 2027.

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