(NYSE: MANU) Manchester United and Kohler, a global lifestyle brand
headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin-USA, have agreed to a multi-year global
partnership. The KOHLER brand logo will feature on the sleeve of the most iconic and
best-selling club shirt, for both the men’s and women’s teams. The partnership also
includes joint participation on game day activities, innovative improvements to club
facilities, global sustainability and social responsibility projects and other partner
collaborations with Manchester United fans and Kohler customers and associates.
Kohler Co. is a leader in the design and innovation of kitchen and bath products and
one of the largest manufacturers of power systems in the world. Founded in 1873,
the two organizations have been in existence for over 140 years, sharing a long
history steeped in tradition, excellence and innovation, as well as a common vision
to make a positive impact on the world.
Manchester United and Kohler will celebrate the partnership with United fans around the world on 19th July when the new 2018/19 home shirt, to be unveiled next week, is worn for the first time by the men’s team in the opening fixture of its Tour 2018 against Club America in Phoenix, Arizona.
Manchester United’s Group Managing Director, Richard Arnold comments:
“It is a pleasure to welcome Kohler to the Manchester United family as a principal
partner and our first shirt-sleeve sponsor for both the men’s and women’s teams. Our shirt is much more than what we wear, it embodies the passion of our fans and
their allegiance to the club.”
“Kohler is known around the world not only for its cutting-edge design and luxury
products but also a genuine commitment to stewardship and sustainability and is an
exciting addition to our family of commercial partners.”
David Kohler, President and CEO of Kohler Co. comments:
“Our partnership with Manchester United provides new opportunities to showcase
the quality of Kohler products and services with passionate fans of the most farreaching and revered sports team on the planet. We are excited to help build our
global brand among people who align themselves and their lifestyles, with leadingedge innovation and a desire to make the world a better place.”
“An essential component of the relationship is our support of the new professional
women’s team, and we look forward to their debut and our ongoing support.
Manchester United embodies sustained excellence in everything they do and our
shared values are a perfect match as we expand our fast-growing international
presence into new regions with purpose and a meaningful presence.”
About Manchester United
Manchester United is one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world, playing one of the most popular spectator sports on Earth. Through our 140-year heritage we have won 66 trophies, enabling us to develop the world’s leading sports brand and a global community of 659 million followers. Our large, passionate community provides Manchester United with a worldwide platform to generate significant revenue from multiple sources, including sponsorship,merchandising, product licensing, new media & mobile, broadcasting and match day.
About Kohler Co.
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin, Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies comprised of nearly 37,000 associates. With more than 50 manufacturing locations worldwide, Kohler is a global leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of kitchen and bath products; engines and power systems;and luxury cabinetry and tile; and is owner/operator of two of the world’s finest five-star hospitality and golf resort destinations in Kohler,Wisconsin, and St. Andrews, Scotland. Kohler’s Whistling Straits golf course will host the 2020 Ryder Cup. For more details, please visit www.KohlerUnited.com
Enquiries:
Kate Lowe
Manchester United
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Stephen Maliszewski
Kohler Co.
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