COOLANGATTA, Queensland, AUS (Wednesday, May 14, 2025) - The World Surf League (WSL) Asia Pacific (APAC) and technical apparel and accessory brand, Vaikobi, are set to continue their partnership into 2025 with Vaikobi becoming the Official Apparel Partner of the Burton Automotive Newcastle SURFEST Presented by Bonsoy, Stop No. 1 of the 2025 Challenger Series.
After successfully partnering with the WSL in 2024, Vaikobi will once again produce an exclusive range of merchandise for the Newcastle event that will be sold both onsite at the event, as well as online at vaikobi.com and worldsurfleague.com ensuring fans everywhere can get their hands on Newcastle branded merch.
"The WSL is thrilled to be continuing our partnership with Vaikobi in 2025," said WSL APAC President Andrew Stark. "The partnership was really popular last year, and there was incredible feedback on Vaikobi's products. The ocean-going nature of the brand is in total alignment with the SURFEST event, and we look forward to teaming up on the ground in Newcastle this June."
Along with the apparel range, Vaikobi will activate on the ground at Newcastle and enjoy on-site branding across Merewether Beach.
Vaikobi CEO, Pat Langley, said, "Vaikobi is stoked to continue our partnership with WSL and come on as the Official Apparel Partner for the Burton Automotive Newcastle SURFEST Presented By Bonsoy. We absolutely loved being part of the Sydney Surf Pro at our home break of North Narrabeen and we are looking forward to showcasing our brand and products at Mereweather in June."