Ground-Breaking Long-Term Partnership Continues

The International Billiards Promotion Foundation (IBPF) is proud to announce the continuation and strengthening of its 48-year partnership with two of the most prestigious names in world billiards: Iwan Simonis and Aramith.

This renewed agreement reinforces a relationship that has been a cornerstone of excellence since the inception of the European Pocket Billiard Federation (EPBF). Under the renewed deal, Iwan Simonis will continue to supply its world-renowned Tournament Blue Simonis 860 cloth for all IBPF-organised events under the EPBF banner, while Aramith will remain the official provider of billiard balls - the elite Predator Arcos II ball sets, manufactured by Aramith for the Predator group.

In 2012, two Belgian powerhouses of the billiards world – Iwan Simonis, the global leader in billiard cloth manufacturing, and Aramith, the undisputed world leader in high-performance billiard balls – joined forces. This strategic merger united two complementary products that are trusted, loved, and sanctioned by amateur and professional players, championships, and tournament organisers across the globe.

The continued collaboration between IBPF, Iwan Simonis, and Aramith strengthens the international promotion of these globally respected, premium-quality billiard products and underlines a shared commitment to the highest quality at every level of the sport.

IBPF President David Morris commented: “I am delighted that our partnership continues. I always look for the very best equipment on the market, and both Simonis and Aramith are at the very top and to have them by our side is fantastic.

“This partnership has been ongoing since the EPBF’s inception, and it clearly shows the commitment both companies have in supporting our vision and our events.”

Morris also highlighted the broader professional alignment within the sport: “With Aramith producing the Arcos II balls for the Predator Group, this becomes a true three-way professional combination – the very best in equipment, the very best in event sponsorship, and the very best in event organisation. Together, this will help elevate our events to new heights.”

Looking ahead, Morris added, “As we take giant steps forward, we need the support of the very best. I am confident this partnership represents a major step in achieving what we are striving for.”

Iwan Simonis group sales director Jérôme Poncelet said, “Seeing the clear direction and continuous improvement of European events under the IBPF and its partnership with the Predator Group, it is only natural for Iwan Simonis and Aramith to align its products with this strong global vision.

“Our partnership with the IBPF and with EPBF events in particular has been long-standing and highly successful, built on shared values of quality, consistency, and excellence. We are proud to continue supporting the growth and elevation of pool in Europe and look forward to contributing to the sport’s future under the IBPF’s ambitious and forward-thinking promotional strategy.”

The first events in 2026 showcasing this exceptional partnership will begin with the EPBF Predator European Championships for Men & Women, taking place in Antalya, Turkey, from February 28 to March 10, followed by the Predator Turkish Open from March 12 to March 15.

With heritage, quality, and ambition united, the future of IBPF and EPBF events has never looked stronger.

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