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CBS CONSUMER PRODUCTS OFFERS MULTITUDE OF <br /> INITIATIVES IN CONJUNCTION WITH 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF <br /> STAR TREK<br />
As STAR TREK nears its 40th Anniversary in September 2006, the licensing partners for CBS Consumer Products have developed special products in numerous categories to commemorate this impressive milestone. For the first time, fans will be able to purchase everything from action figures and phasers to DVD’s via a new e-commerce store at www.StarTrek.com.
Over the past 40 years, the Star Trek brand has generated over $4 billion dollars from merchandise. The strength of the franchise and support of its devoted fan base have enabled it to grow and thrive throughout the years. And after 40 years, the success continues.
Most series in the “Star Trek” franchise are still currently running in syndication. “Star Trek: Enterprise” airs on weekends in broadcast syndication. The original “Star Trek” series runs with interactive features on G4 cable network; “Star Trek: The Next Generation” can be seen on Spike TV and G4; and “Star Trek: Deep Space 9” runs on Spike TV. Starting in December 2006, “Star Trek: Voyager” will also run on Spike TV.
The following highlights Star Trek events and products offered by licensees of CBS Consumer Products that will be released within the coming months:
Creation Entertainment
∑ The World's Largest Gathering of Star Trek Fans presented by Creation Entertainment 40th Anniversary Conventions to include special talent appearances, seminars, events and exclusive merchandise. The Las Vegas convention will feature Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner, as well as remaining original series cast members, Walter Koenig, George Takei and Nichelle Nichols. Additional stars from the other four Star Trek TV series, including Avery Brooks, Kate Mulgrew, Jonathan Frakes and Brent Spiner will appear as well.
∑ Las Vegas Hilton Aug 17– 20, 2006
Additional cities include: Sacramento Sept 8, 2006
New Jersey Nov 10, 2006
For more information: http://www.creationent.com/cal/stlv.htm
Sona Mobile
∑ Star Trek Communicator cell phone: worldwide launch of a functioning replica of the phone that inspired modern cell phones. Complete with GSM, Bluetooth, MP3 player, WAP, SMS, MMS, speaker phone and more…Now fans can use the device used by Starfleet crews since the 2240s. Will launch in Sept 2006 in the UK and then roll out in the US in 2007.
WMS Gaming
∑ WMS Gaming will debut an out-of-this-world Star Trek themed slot machine at G2 Nov 14 -16. Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner provided audio for the game and will be on hand to promote the game at the unveiling.
Paramount Home Entertainment
∑ Major DVD releases staggered throughout the year supported by print & on-line advertising, PR and retail promotions.
o “Star Trek Collectives – Borg” March ‘06
o “Star Trek Collectives– Time Travel” April ‘06
o “Star Trek Collectives – Q” June ‘06
o “Star Trek Klingon” August ‘06
Diamond Select Toys
∑ New Action Figure Sets (Kirk and Pike with Captain’s chair), a 40th Anniversary Phaser, mini-mates, and more.
The Bradford Exchange:
∑ Star Trek 40th anniversary collectors’ train set consisting of a locomotive and passenger cars that feature photo renderings of characters from the original series. Launches 4th Quarter ‘06
Corgi
∑ All new line of die cast spaceships from various series – Summer ’06
Mello Smello
∑ Lenticular posters - to be released fall ’06 in time for the 40th anniversary.
Hallmark
∑ As part of a continuing series of ornaments from Hallmark, Holiday 2006 features the original Enterprise – October ’06
Rittenhouse Archives
∑ Anniversary trading card set - July ’06
Anthony Grandio
∑ 40th Anniversary checks - April / May ’06
Master Replicas
∑ Highly detailed collectible Enterprise replica limited to 2500 pieces.
LightSpeed Fine Art
∑ Four new limited edition art pieces featuring memorable scenes from the original STAR TREK series. 4th Quarter 2006
GE Consumer Finance
∑ Star Trek Affinity Master Card
Publishing:
Simon & Schuster / Pocket Books
∑ Re–release of several of the “classic” original series novels – Sept. ‘06
∑ Star Trek Fiction Companion – Oct ‘06
∑ Star Trek Constellations – Short Story Collection Sept ‘06
∑ Star Trek Crucible – Trio of novels focusing on the trinity of Kirk, Spock, and McCoy to be released Sept, Oct and Nov ‘06
Random House
∑ Anniversary reissue of classic Star Trek titles from the 1960’s and 1970’s--the first Star Trek book titles to ever be published.
Tokyo Pop
∑ Manga Graphic novel – the first Japanese-styled Star Trek comic ever – Sept. ’06
Titan
∑ Bi-monthly newsstand souvenir magazine - Summer ’06
Chronicle Books
∑ Expanded line of Stationery products - currently available.
G.E. Fabbri
∑ Serialized magazine with figures launching in the UK April ‘06
ABOUT CBS CONSUMER PRODUCTS
CBS Consumer Products, a unit of CBS Enterprises, manages the worldwide licensing, merchandising and video activities for a diverse slate of properties owned or controlled by the CBS Corporation. Additional information is available by visiting www.CBS.com.
Over the past 40 years, the Star Trek brand has generated over $4 billion dollars from merchandise. The strength of the franchise and support of its devoted fan base have enabled it to grow and thrive throughout the years. And after 40 years, the success continues.
Most series in the “Star Trek” franchise are still currently running in syndication. “Star Trek: Enterprise” airs on weekends in broadcast syndication. The original “Star Trek” series runs with interactive features on G4 cable network; “Star Trek: The Next Generation” can be seen on Spike TV and G4; and “Star Trek: Deep Space 9” runs on Spike TV. Starting in December 2006, “Star Trek: Voyager” will also run on Spike TV.
The following highlights Star Trek events and products offered by licensees of CBS Consumer Products that will be released within the coming months:
Creation Entertainment
∑ The World's Largest Gathering of Star Trek Fans presented by Creation Entertainment 40th Anniversary Conventions to include special talent appearances, seminars, events and exclusive merchandise. The Las Vegas convention will feature Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner, as well as remaining original series cast members, Walter Koenig, George Takei and Nichelle Nichols. Additional stars from the other four Star Trek TV series, including Avery Brooks, Kate Mulgrew, Jonathan Frakes and Brent Spiner will appear as well.
∑ Las Vegas Hilton Aug 17– 20, 2006
Additional cities include: Sacramento Sept 8, 2006
New Jersey Nov 10, 2006
For more information: http://www.creationent.com/cal/stlv.htm
Sona Mobile
∑ Star Trek Communicator cell phone: worldwide launch of a functioning replica of the phone that inspired modern cell phones. Complete with GSM, Bluetooth, MP3 player, WAP, SMS, MMS, speaker phone and more…Now fans can use the device used by Starfleet crews since the 2240s. Will launch in Sept 2006 in the UK and then roll out in the US in 2007.
WMS Gaming
∑ WMS Gaming will debut an out-of-this-world Star Trek themed slot machine at G2 Nov 14 -16. Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner provided audio for the game and will be on hand to promote the game at the unveiling.
Paramount Home Entertainment
∑ Major DVD releases staggered throughout the year supported by print & on-line advertising, PR and retail promotions.
o “Star Trek Collectives – Borg” March ‘06
o “Star Trek Collectives– Time Travel” April ‘06
o “Star Trek Collectives – Q” June ‘06
o “Star Trek Klingon” August ‘06
Diamond Select Toys
∑ New Action Figure Sets (Kirk and Pike with Captain’s chair), a 40th Anniversary Phaser, mini-mates, and more.
The Bradford Exchange:
∑ Star Trek 40th anniversary collectors’ train set consisting of a locomotive and passenger cars that feature photo renderings of characters from the original series. Launches 4th Quarter ‘06
Corgi
∑ All new line of die cast spaceships from various series – Summer ’06
Mello Smello
∑ Lenticular posters - to be released fall ’06 in time for the 40th anniversary.
Hallmark
∑ As part of a continuing series of ornaments from Hallmark, Holiday 2006 features the original Enterprise – October ’06
Rittenhouse Archives
∑ Anniversary trading card set - July ’06
Anthony Grandio
∑ 40th Anniversary checks - April / May ’06
Master Replicas
∑ Highly detailed collectible Enterprise replica limited to 2500 pieces.
LightSpeed Fine Art
∑ Four new limited edition art pieces featuring memorable scenes from the original STAR TREK series. 4th Quarter 2006
GE Consumer Finance
∑ Star Trek Affinity Master Card
Publishing:
Simon & Schuster / Pocket Books
∑ Re–release of several of the “classic” original series novels – Sept. ‘06
∑ Star Trek Fiction Companion – Oct ‘06
∑ Star Trek Constellations – Short Story Collection Sept ‘06
∑ Star Trek Crucible – Trio of novels focusing on the trinity of Kirk, Spock, and McCoy to be released Sept, Oct and Nov ‘06
Random House
∑ Anniversary reissue of classic Star Trek titles from the 1960’s and 1970’s--the first Star Trek book titles to ever be published.
Tokyo Pop
∑ Manga Graphic novel – the first Japanese-styled Star Trek comic ever – Sept. ’06
Titan
∑ Bi-monthly newsstand souvenir magazine - Summer ’06
Chronicle Books
∑ Expanded line of Stationery products - currently available.
G.E. Fabbri
∑ Serialized magazine with figures launching in the UK April ‘06
ABOUT CBS CONSUMER PRODUCTS
CBS Consumer Products, a unit of CBS Enterprises, manages the worldwide licensing, merchandising and video activities for a diverse slate of properties owned or controlled by the CBS Corporation. Additional information is available by visiting www.CBS.com.
