NSW Airport has announced its partnership with the Newcastle Knights for the 2025 NRL season sponsoring jersey number 5 (currently worn by winger Greg Marzhew) as part of the Knights Jersey17 initiative.

Newcastle Airport Executive GM Marketing and Communications, Burcak Sezer said partnering with Newcastle Knights celebrates what makes Newcastle iconic and strengthens regional pride. 

“The Newcastle Knights bring strength, heart and spirit every time they represent the community and we are committed to connecting and promoting our region to the world while supporting these values that make Newcastle special,” Burcak said.

“We selected Jersey 5 at Newcastle Knight’s Club 17 selection event earlier this month and we couldn’t be happier. All of the Knights are top-tier players, and we recognise the critical role wingers play.”

As a component of the sponsorship, Newcastle Airport will be facilitating player experiences and events at the airport, terminal giveaways including Knights tickets and VIP game experiences, flight voucher giveaways and other initiatives.

Knights Director of Football, Peter Parr said the Newcastle Knights and Newcastle Airport share common community-based values and goals.

“This partnership aligns numerous values and objectives both our brands strive to deliver for the region, including putting Newcastle on the World map,” Peter said.

“When people land in Newcastle, we want them to know they are in Knights territory and when they depart they leave with happy memories of a great experience.   

“We all look forward to seeing the No5 Newcastle Knights jersey flying down the wing and landing safely, just like you do at Newcastle Airport.”

Burcak said Newcastle Airport’s Jersey17 sponsorship for the 2025 season marks the beginning of a long and dynamic partnership. 

“Just as the Knights unite and inspire our community every season, we are inspiring our region to embrace Newcastle Airport as their gateway to the world when our international terminal opens in August.

“We definitely see this partnership as the right route to showcase Newcastle and our greater region as a premier destination for sports, tourism, and business.

“Your region, your airport, your team—that’s the Newy Way.” 

IMAGE | Newcastle Airport welcomes the Knights for long-term sponsorship.