The **CEV (European Volleyball Confederation)** proudly announces the formation of three new strategic partnerships for the upcoming season of its premier men`s club competition, the **CEV Champions League Volley 2026**. Halkbank, Asseco, and Nicollin – three globally recognized and respected companies – are joining the expanding family of CEV partners, aiming to significantly boost the competition`s prestige, visibility, and commercial appeal.
This triple-partner collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing development of the CEV Champions League Volley. It underscores the increasing value of volleyball as an effective platform for global brand engagement and positive community impact.
CEV President **Roko Sikirić** expressed his enthusiasm: “From the very beginning of my tenure leading European Volleyball, my goal has been to fully leverage the vast, untapped commercial potential of the CEV Champions League Volley. Partnering with three internationally acclaimed companies demonstrates our commitment to delivering concrete results that benefit the entire European Volleyball family. The upcoming season promises to be thrilling from start to finish, and with such high-profile partners by our side, I am confident we will make this edition the best ever – both on and off the court.”
Introducing the New Partners:
The three new partners bring distinct strengths and a shared commitment to excellence:
Halkbank
**Halkbank**, one of Türkiye’s leading financial institutions, has a long-standing association with elite volleyball. Their enhanced support and involvement signal a belief in the significant growth potential of men`s volleyball, aligning themselves with the world`s most prestigious club competition. The CEV Champions League Volley has seen remarkable growth since its inception approximately 25 years ago, making it an attractive platform for high-profile partnerships.
Asseco
**Asseco**, a top European IT company operating in over 60 countries, contributes its cutting-edge technological expertise to the competition.
**Artur Wiza**, Vice President of the Management Board at Asseco Poland, stated: “At Asseco, we believe in the power of technology and sport to break boundaries and unite people. The CEV Champions League Volley embodies many of our core values, including high performance, strategic excellence, and international cooperation. We are excited to support this elite competition and the exceptional athletes who consistently push it forward.”
Nicollin Groupe
**Nicollin Groupe**, a French leader in sustainable waste management and a long-time advocate for sports, further extends its engagement within European Volleyball. This partnership completes a significant round of high-profile commercial agreements.
These new partnerships will span the entire **men’s CEV Champions League Volley 2026** season, covering everything from the early stages this coming fall to the highly anticipated Final Four in mid-May of next year, where Europe`s new volleyball champions will be crowned.
This announcement builds upon the recent, historic partnership with **ZEREN Group**, the naming partner for the women’s competition in the 2025-2026 season. It highlights the CEV’s accelerating commercial momentum and its dedication to solidifying volleyball`s position as one of Europe`s most dynamic and partner-friendly sports.
Jasper Thornfield 
Finley Blackwood