Aramith and Simonis will be once again the official suppliers to the International Billiards Promotion Foundation (IBPF), providing players with the ultimate equipment and supporting Pool’s European development ambition.
This renewed agreement reinforces a 48-year partnership, which has been a cornerstone of excellence since the inception of the European Pocket Billiard Federation (EPBF).
Iwan Simonis will continue to supply its world-renowned Tournament Blue Simonis 860 cloth for all IBPF-organised events under the EPBF banner. Aramith will remain the official provider of billiard balls with the elite Predator Arcos II pool ball sets, manufactured by Aramith for the Predator Group.
The continued collaboration between IBPF, Iwan Simonis and Aramith underlines a shared commitment to excellence at every level of the sport.
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.
David Morris (IBPF President): “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. 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. 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. 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.”
Jérôme Poncelet (Iwan Simonis Group Sales Director): “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.”
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