Nine signs new sponsors Ford and Catch.com.au as The Block returns for its 16th season

News 25 Aug 2020 - 1 min read

Nine signs new sponsors Ford and Catch.com.au as The Block returns for its 16th season

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Nine has named the major sponsors for the 16^th season of The Block.

The 2020 season of the long-running home renovation show will see Ford and Catch.com.au join for the first time as major partners.

Brands including Aldi, hipages, Lite n’ Easy, Mitre 10, Suncorp, McCafé, Domain, BlueScope and the a2 Milk Company have all renewed their exclusive partnerships following the success of previous seasons.

The new major partnerships for 2020 include:

Catch.com.au, putting a fun spin on delivering anything and everything to the contestants throughout the series.
Ford Australia, joining The Block as the official automotive partner this season. Showcasing a portfolio of vehicles including the Ford Everest SUV, Ford Ranger pick-up and Transit Custom Van.

“We are thrilled to welcome back these major returning brands for our 2020 season, but we are equally excited to have new brands come on board for the journey. The show consistently delivers results for our clients and that is why we continue to see them returning year after year,” said Nine’s Director of Powered, Liana Dubois.