The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the launch of a unified online Olympic shop developed in collaboration with global merchandise leader Fanatics. Through the Olympic Shop, fans will be able to purchase official Olympic and Paralympic Games merchandise produced by licensees and suppliers appointed by the IOC and the Organising Committees of the upcoming […]
Lakers name DWS as official global investment sponsor of the team
The Los Angeles Lakers and DWS have announced a multi-season global sponsorship agreement making DWS the Official Global Investment Sponsor of the team. DWS is one of the leading asset managers and is geared for further growth around the globe, with 1.1 trillion dollars of assets currently under management. The sponsorship will include […]
NFT platform Rario strikes partnership with Abu Dhabi T10 cricket tournament
Cricket-based NFT platform Rario has signed a new partnership with the Abu Dhabi T10 cricket tournament. This is Rario’s third partnership agreement of its kind, having already associated with the Hero Caribbean Premier League and the Lanka Premier League as official partners. The Abu Dhabi T10 is scheduled to be held from 19th […]
Eredivisie partners Two Circles to increase fan engagement
The Eredivisie, Dutch football’s top-tier domestic league, has announced a long-term partnership with Two Circles to develop direct relationships with its fanbase. Using its strategic consultancy, marketing services and digital product development expertise, Two Circles will help the Eredivisie launch new digital content and communications platforms that will grow a direct and highly-engaged audience. […]
Liverpool FC signs ThinkMarkets as official global trading partner
Liverpool FC has signed global online trading broker ThinkMarkets as its new official global trading partner. With offices in London, Melbourne, Dubai and Tokyo, along with hubs in the Asia-Pacific region, Europe and South Africa, ThinkMarkets will work with the club to bring quick and easy access to a wide range of financial trading markets […]
Greg Turner: “International organisations looking to expand in China need to tell stories that connects with China and aligns with the government’s plans”
China being the epicenter of the pandemic Covid-19, the sports industry there is worst affected. The success of Tokyo Olympics has brought hope for China which has an ambition to make sports a $770 billion industry by 2025. The Playknox spoke with Greg Turner, Founder & Managing Director of Shenzhen High Performance Event Management to […]
Liqui Moly named as main partner of the National Handball League
German manufacturer of oils, lubricants and additives for engines, Liqui Moly will become the main partner of the National Handball League as of July 1st, for a period of 5 years. Through this partnership made through the agency Sport & Co, the brand associates its name with that of the LNH and in particular the […]
The ATP extends partnership with Lacoste until 2023
The ATP and Lacoste have signed a multi-year extension of their highly successful partnership. The agreement will see Lacoste transition into an Official Supplier of the ATP Tour, through 2023, following a long-standing partnership with the Nitto ATP Finals, the ATP’s season-ending finale. The new agreement will see Lacoste become the Official Outfitter and Official […]
UCI and Eurosport Events unveil The UCI Track Champions League
Cycling’s governing body the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and Eurosport Events have now unveiled the official name, logo, short introductory film, revised schedule and brand ambassadors for their new track cycling series set to debut a year today. The UCI Track Champions League – the project for which was presented in March 2020 under its […]
Ajax extends collaboration with Mercedes-Benz and Stern
Ajax has extended its partnerships with Mercedes-Benz (as Official Car Sponsor) and Stern (as Official Car Supplier) until 2023, with the option for an extension until 2025. Over the next few seasons, the players, technical staff and management at Ajax will also be driven in Mercedes-Benz. As a Mercedes-Benz dealer, Stern will continue to supply […]