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Luxauto deploys its new communication territory with YOU
Source: https://www.adada.lu/2026/07/luxauto-deploie-son-nouveau-territoire-de-communication-avec-vous/
Goal: To establish a new communication territory
Summary: Luxauto is launching its new communication territory named 'VOUS', aiming to enhance its brand presence and engagement with customers.
Tele2 and Samsung Launch Interactive Campaign at Hötorget
Source: https://www.resume.se/marknadsforing/kampanj/tele2-och-samsung-tacker-hotorget-med-50-000-far/
Goal: To engage passersby in an interactive advertising experience
Media: Outdoor billboard, Instagram
Summary: Tele2 and Samsung have launched an interactive campaign at Hötorget in Stockholm, featuring a large banner that challenges passersby to find the correct 'Fåret Frank' among many clones as part of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 phone launch. The campaign aims to capture attention and encourage engagement with the brand's advertising assets. It also extends to digital platforms, including Tele2's Instagram.
The Key to Building More Durable Brand Relationships
Source: https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/the-key-to-building-more-durable-brand-relationships/
Goal: Help brands integrate into consumer's daily fitness routines
Claim: Authentic engagement beyond one-time events
Media: Social media and run clubs
Summary: Strava aims to help brands engage authentically with consumers by integrating into their daily fitness routines. The recent campaign with Starbucks encouraged users to walk or run for 22 minutes a day, offering rewards to incentivize participation. Industry leaders discussed the importance of creating lasting connections through fitness rituals and the potential for brands to connect with targeted audiences in social fitness environments.
5 Lessons From the World Cup’s Best Marketing Plays—and Those That Missed the Mark
Goal: Drive commercial success and product sales through strategic marketing.
Media: Film, retail pop-ups, app integration
Summary: Adidas effectively leveraged the 2026 FIFA World Cup through its 'You Got This' campaign, which included a long-term strategy with various product drops and retail experiences, resulting in significant sales and a growth in revenue. The campaign's success showcases the importance of proactive marketing leading up to major events.
New: ‘Manual to Celebrate Like an Argentine’, by Fernet Branca and Zurda Studio
Goal: To explain how Argentinians celebrate football victories
Claim: Argentinian passion is part of their DNA
Media: Animations and audiovisual content
Summary: As part of its creative platform developed during the World Cup, Fernet Branca presents a series of animations explaining how to celebrate a victory in true Argentinian style. Zurda Studio created 'Manual para festejar como un argentino,' a series of tutorials based on insights into the Argentine way of life regarding football celebrations. The campaign highlights that both Argentinians and foreigners recognize the unique intensity and passion associated with Argentine celebrations.
Faithful to Music
Source: https://www.imagensdemarca.pt/artigo/fieis-a-musica/
Goal: Strengthen relationships with the audience and stakeholders through music sponsorship
Claim: Follow Your Sound
Media: Live music events
Summary: Fidelidade's campaign theme for this year's NOS Alive festival is 'Follow Your Sound', reflecting the brand's music-focused strategy initiated in 2016. The campaign, anchored in sponsorship of live music events like NOS Alive and Vodafone Paredes de Coura, aims to build connections with the public and various partners using their digital mascot, Trusty, during the events.
Unilever, Ogilvy Singapore reign supreme at Hashtag Asia Awards 2026
Goal: To create impactful social media campaigns that engage audiences.
Claim: Overall Brand HashMaster title winner
Media: Social media, Influencer partnerships, Short-form video
Summary: Unilever was awarded multiple trophies at the Hashtag Asia Awards 2026, including the Overall Brand HashMaster title, highlighting successful campaigns developed with Ogilvy Singapore and other agencies. The campaigns excelled in various categories such as social media partnerships and tribal marketing.
Not Too Light – Abloy Condensed Trust into a Gesture in Youth-Oriented Campaign
Goal: Engage young consumers and build relevance among them
Claim: Trust can be distilled into a gesture
Media: Social media, particularly TikTok and Instagram
Summary: Abloy, a leading brand in Finland known for locks, launched the Abloy Handshake Challenge to engage young Finnish audiences. The campaign encourages participants to create and share their unique handshake videos on social media, aiming to translate the abstract value of trust into a concrete action that resonates across cultures. The initiative involved collaborating closely with the agency SEK and notable influencers. This strategic outreach aims to establish a connection with the younger demographic, who will be decision-makers in the future.
Festival of Continente Food Breaks Attendance Record and Confirms Return in 2027
Goal: Promote culinary experiences and increase brand visibility
Claim: The largest free gastronomic and entertainment festival in Portugal
Summary: The 8th edition of the Festival da Comida Continente attracted over half a million visitors, marking the highest attendance ever. The event took place on July 11 and 12 at the Parque da Cidade do Porto, featuring live concerts and culinary experiences from national and international artists and chefs. It served over 90,000 meals and highlighted the demand for exclusive recipes and products from the brand. The festival will return in the summer of 2027.