Fastenal Company and the Belfast Giants have entered into a sponsorship agreement to enhance Fastenal's brand exposure in Northern Ireland. Fastenal and the Belfast Giants recently entered into a sponsorship agreement.abe Bast, Defenseman for the Belfast Giants and Steve Thornton, Sports Director for The Odyssey Trust, pose in front of Fastenal's rink board at The SSE Arena, Belfast. Fastenal has been an official partner of the National Hockey League (NHL) in North America since August 2020.
The Giants sponsorship is Fastenal's first foray into the U.K.'sElite Ice Hockey League (EIHL), whose 2025-2026 season kicked off on September 13th and runs through April 2026. Founded in 2000, the Belfast Giants have enjoyed consistent on-ice success over the past 25 years. The team is deeply committed to the local community, spearheading grass roots initiatives, school programs, and charitable projects that inspire players and fans alike.
Fastenal began operating in Northern Ireland in 2012 and, like the Giants, has grown with the community.
