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    Kelme
    Sports equipment manufacturing

    Kelme

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    "Agility in every step"

    Founded 1963 Elche, Spain
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    About

    Brothers Diego and José Quiles launched a small workshop in Elche, Spain, in 1963 that would eventually grow into a global sports brand. The company formally restructured as New Millennium Sports, S.L., around 1977 to expand its operations beyond regional boundaries. Today Kelme produces footwear and apparel for football, futsal, running, basketball, cricket, and tennis while maintaining its base in Alicante.

    The brand carved out a distinct market position by offering cost-effective kit solutions to professional clubs without the premium price tag of giants like Nike or Adidas. A major turning point arrived in May 2020 when Watford FC switched suppliers from Adidas to Kelme in a deal reportedly worth £10 million. That partnership remains active through the 2026-27 season with the release of new kits featuring the club's classic Happy Hornet logo.

    Kelme solidified its standing in Spanish football by extending its long-standing partnership with RCD Espanyol until 2030. In February 2026 the company secured a three-year official apparel deal with Australian A-League side Brisbane Roar. These high-profile contracts demonstrate the manufacturer's ability to compete on the international stage while dominating the futsal sector where it holds significant market share.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Athletic footwearTeam kitsSportswearFutsal gearRunning shoesBasketball shoes

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns Kelme?
    The Quiles family owns the brand, which operates under the legal entity New Millennium Sports, S.L.
    Is Kelme still in business?
    Yes, the company is actively operating and expanding with new partnerships announced as recently as early 2026.
    What is Kelme worth or how much revenue do they make?
    As a privately held family business, Kelme does not publicly disclose specific revenue figures or valuation data.
    Which teams wear Kelme kits?
    Major partners include Watford FC, RCD Espanyol, and Brisbane Roar, along with numerous youth academies and lower-league teams globally.
    Where is Kelme headquartered?
    The company is based in Elche, Alicante, Spain, with distribution offices serving Europe, the Americas, and Oceania.

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    Spanish sportswearfootball kitsfutsal equipmentWatford FC sponsorRCD Espanyol kitBrisbane Roar partnersports footwearteam uniforms

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    Company Info

    Founded
    1963
    Founder
    Diego Quiles, José Quiles
    Headquarters
    Elche, Spain
    Industry
    Sports equipment manufacturing
    Parent Company
    New Millennium Sports, S.L.
    Watford FC Deal Value
    £10 million
    Espanyol Partnership End Date
    2030

    Official Website

    www.kelme.com/

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