Melbourne Victory in historic partnership with Ultra Football

Matthew Badrov28/02/2022 5:55 am27/02/2022

Melbourne Victory have announced a historic new partnership with Ultra Football which will see them become the Official Retail Partner for the club.

Ultra Football, Australia’s most iconic football retailer, will work alongside Melbourne Victory to develop its retail and e-commerce operations, as well as an in-shop experience at their Abbotsford store.

The partnership will also see Ultra Football use their expertise in the football retail space to contribute to the Club’s kit and merchandise designs, with the aim to create the most iconic football range in Australia.

Melbourne Victory Managing Director Caroline Carnegie spoke on her excitement at being able to work with Ultra Football to deliver the best retail experience for Victory fans.

“We’re incredibly excited to be teaming up with Ultra Football and to cater for our fans like never before,” she said.

“Ultra Football have become the retail home of football in Australia and we’re proud to be working with them to execute a range of initiatives including our in-shop experience, online retail store and retail range, on-field and off, that will appeal to not only Melbourne Victory fans, but football fans in general.

“This is a unique partnership that will bring together two of the country’s biggest football brands who have an ambition to set the standard for football merchandise.”

Ultra Football General Manager Matthew Adams is looking forward to exploring the opportunities with Melbourne Victory.

“Ultra Football is a brand built from the voice of fans. This unique partnership will bring creativity and a premium experience to the Club we believe has the best fans in Australia,” Adams said.

“We’re looking forward to collaborating with Melbourne Victory and creating an experience that hasn’t been seen in Australian football.”

Ultra Football has collaborated with Melbourne Victory on a special FFA Cup range and will launch the Club’s Asian Champions League jersey offering.

Melbourne Victory’s new online store and Ultra Football’s in-store experience is set to launch sometime in March.

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Oz Shipping Containers expands Newcastle Jets partnership with front-of-shirt move

Lorcan Marelich12/10/2026 5:55 am11/10/2026

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Newcastle Jets have upgraded their relationship with Oz Shipping Containers, with the Newcastle-based business becoming Principal Partner of the A-League Men’s team for the 2026/27 season.

The agreement represents a significant increase in the company’s involvement with the club, moving from a sleeve sponsorship last season to the front of the Jets’ men’s playing shirts.

Oz Shipping Containers will feature on the club’s home, away and goalkeeper kits throughout the campaign, giving the business a substantially larger presence across matchday, broadcast and club content.

The partnership also provides another example of the Jets developing commercial relationships with locally based businesses and increasing their investment over time.

Oz Shipping Containers specialises in the supply and modification of shipping containers, serving customers across residential, commercial and industrial markets.

Newcastle Jets Executive Chairman Maurice Bisetto said the club was excited to build on the existing partnership.

“It is great to continue our close association with a successful local business operating on a global stage,” Bisetto said.

The expanded partnership comes as the Jets prepare for a season that will include both A-League Men’s football and AFC Champions League Elite competition, increasing the club’s exposure across domestic and Asian markets.

For Oz Shipping Containers, the front-of-shirt position provides a much broader platform than its previous sleeve placement, putting the brand at the centre of the Jets’ visual identity throughout the season.

With the Jets entering a new campaign as defending Australia Cup champions and competing in Asia, Oz Shipping Containers will now have a significantly larger platform through which to build its association with the club.

Melbourne Victory and BYD drive innovation through new major partnership

Oliver Van Bronswijk09/10/2026 3:00 pm09/10/2026

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Melbourne Victory has officially welcomed BYD as a Major Partner and the Club’s exclusive Motor Vehicle Supplier for the next 12 months. At a partner launch bringing together the two organisations, the focus is on building around innovation, growth and a drive for success. The partnership will place BYD at the centre of Melbourne Victory’s fan experience. The brand will feature on the front of both the A-League men’s and women’s home and away jerseys. This gives BYD a strong presence across matchdays, broadcasts and digital content throughout the season.

The partnership extends well beyond the playing kit. BYD will be integrated across Melbourne Victory’s media, Academy and community assets. The two organisations will also collaborate through Member and pathways programs. This creates opportunities for BYD to connect with Victory supporters across multiple touchpoints.

For BYD, the partnership provides a direct connection with Melbourne Victory’s growing supporter and member base. The automotive brand has built a rapidly expanding presence in Australia and New Zealand. Its partnership with Victory provides another platform to build awareness and engage with Australian consumers. BYD Australia Chief Operating Officer Stephen Collins said the alignment between the two organisations was a key factor behind the deal.

“At BYD we’re enormously excited to welcome the Melbourne Victory into the BYD family as an exclusive automotive partner,” Collins said.

“What really appeals to us was the culture of innovation and the hunger for success.”

That alignment is reflected in the way the partnership will operate. BYD will not simply appear on Melbourne Victory assets. The brand will be connected to the Club’s members, fans, business network, pathways and community programs. Melbourne Victory Managing Director Caroline Carnegie said the partnership reflects a shared ambition for continued growth. She also highlighted the organisations’ common focus on leading, connecting and inspiring their communities. Together, Melbourne Victory and BYD will bring the partnership to life across matchdays, media, community initiatives and supporter experiences throughout the 2026-27 season.