Hibs announce MarathonBet as new club sponsor

Last updated : 26 June 2014 By Steve Forbes

Hibs have today announced that Marathonbet will be the clubs new, main shirt sponsor with immeadiate effect.

The betting company has signed a 2-year-contract worth a "significant" six-figure deal to the club, and will have the option of a third year on top.

Speaking to the official club website, Hibs CEO Leeann Dempster said:

“We are delighted to welcome Marathonbet as our new main sponsor and we are excited about how our mutually beneficial partnership will develop moving forward.

“Marathonbet are an ambitious company who are aiming to grow substantially over the next few years. Hibernian shares similar goals and we’re confident the two brands will work well together as a team.

“Today’s launch sees the beginning of another new chapter for Hibernian and another fresh addition to the club as we look towards the start of the upcoming season.”

Marathonbet CEO Graham Luke added:

“We join the club at a time of rebuilding that also sees the introduction of a new chief executive and head coach, and these appointments underline the ambition of the club.

“These ambitions echo our own as we look to grow and expand into new territories and this agreement is a key vehicle in broadening the awareness of our brand and helping us reach our strategic goals.”