MK Lightning has announced Merkur Casino Milton Keynes as its Platinum Sponsor for the upcoming 2025 to 2026 ice hockey season. The agreement brings together a prominent local entertainment venue and one of the region’s well supported clubs, creating a partnership built around community presence and matchday engagement.
Strengthening local ties through sport
Merkur Casino Milton Keynes will feature across MK Lightning’s home games at Planet Ice, including branding inside the venue and visibility across the club’s digital platforms. The sponsorship also supports activities linked to community outreach, fan interaction and club led events throughout the season.
Both sides highlighted the value of working together within the same city. Merkur Casino Milton Keynes noted that the club has a deeply committed fan base and expressed enthusiasm about contributing to the energy surrounding match nights.
Preparing for a competitive season
MK Lightning enters the new season aiming to build on its current momentum and raise its competitive level in the league. The club described Merkur Casino Milton Keynes as a strong fit for its commercial programme, pointing to the venue’s local recognition and steady presence in the area.
With the Platinum Sponsorship now secured, MK Lightning begins planning promotional activity and fan experiences that will unfold as the season progresses.
The partnership is active immediately and will run through the full 2025 to 2026 campaign, giving both the club and Merkur Casino Milton Keynes a shared platform across the year.
