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Raport Bieżący Nr 25/2018: Zawarcie Umowy Licencyjnej z Ford Motor Company
7 May 20181 pages~1 min full read
PlayWay S.A. signed a formal licensing agreement with Ford Motor Company in May 2018 to integrate official Ford intellectual property into its software.
The license grants rights to feature four specific Ford models: the 1964 GT40, 1970 Mustang Mach 1, 1992 Escort RS Cosworth, and 2017 Mustang.
These licensed vehicles are designated for integration into downloadable content (DLC) expansions for the game Car Mechanic Simulator 2018.
The partnership aims to increase the authenticity and market appeal of PlayWay’s simulation products by utilizing officially recognized branding and high-fidelity vehicle designs.
The agreement was disclosed as material inside information under European market abuse regulations, underscoring its strategic importance to the company’s product development pipeline.
PlayWay S.A. has entered into a formal licensing agreement with Ford Motor Company to incorporate specific automotive intellectual property into its digital software portfolio. This strategic partnership allows the Warsaw-based developer and publisher to utilize Ford’s protected trademarks and distinct vehicle designs within its commercial products. The agreement establishes a legal framework for the inclusion of iconic American and European automotive models, bridging the gap between real-world industrial branding and interactive entertainment.
The scope of the license specifically covers four distinct vehicle models spanning several decades of automotive history: the 1964 Ford GT40, the 1970 Mustang Mach 1, the 1992 Escort RS Cosworth, and the 2017 Mustang. These assets are designated for integration into downloadable content expansions for the title Car Mechanic Simulator 2018. By securing these rights, the company aims to enhance the authenticity and market appeal of its simulation software through the use of officially recognized branding and high-fidelity visual representations of historic and modern vehicles.
Executed in May 2018, this agreement reflects a broader industry trend of simulation developers seeking official partnerships with global manufacturers to satisfy consumer demand for realism. The transaction was disclosed under European market abuse regulations concerning inside information, highlighting its material importance to the company’s operational strategy and product development pipeline. This collaboration underscores the value of licensed intellectual property in the simulation genre, providing a competitive advantage through the use of globally recognized automotive icons.
