Everlast Worldwide Inc., manufacturer, marketer and licensor of sporting goods and apparel under the Everlast brand name, today announced that the company had entered into a licensing agreement with Misterio del Mar S.L. of Vigo, Spain for the launch of Everlast-branded sports apparel and hats for men, women and children in Spain, Portugal and the Canary Islands. Set to debut Fall 2006, the new Everlast products will be sold through sporting goods retailers and department stores.
Javier Guerra, CEO of Misterio del Mar S.L., stated, “Everlast is one of the most widely recognized brand names in the world today. It is also a true American icon with a history few brands can equal. The high degree of consumer awareness enjoyed by the Everlast brand will facilitate the successful introduction of our apparel products into the Iberian markets.”
George Q Horowitz, chairman and CEO of Everlast Worldwide Inc., said, “The Iberian peninsula is a great market for Everlast because of the area's keen interest in boxing. Therefore, the Everlast brand enjoys a very strong recognition factor in the region. We will continue our licensing strategy both to extend Everlast's presence throughout the world and to enhance the scope of our product line. We see a vast number of opportunities to enter new product categories as well as new international markets. In addition to traditional apparel products, we will seek licensing agreements that will position us for growth in new market segments.”
