The iconic Albion brand has a new home 

We are proud to secure and revitalise the historic Albion brand through the acquisition of the ‘Albion’ intellectual property and registration of the Albion Hat & Cap Co business name.

Since 1941, Albion has been synonymous with Australian cricket and sport more broadly. The brand is most famously known as the maker of the iconic “Baggy Green” — one of the most revered and recognisable symbols in Australian sport — produced by Albion for Australia’s Test cricketers from 1957 to 2016. Albion also played a pioneering role in the late 1970s with the successful development of protective cricket helmets, with Albion C&D helmets worn by the majority of international players for nearly four decades. Despite this rich history, the past decade has presented challenges for the brand.

In 2026, our Centurion Sports and Headwear brand will transition to operate under the iconic Albion name. Over the past 13 years, Centurion has grown to become Australia’s largest and most trusted supplier of baggy caps and cricket headwear.

Our vision is to take Albion “back to basics” — focusing on exceptional quality and dependable service as a leading supplier of baggy cricket caps and headwear for clubs, schools, sporting organisations and customers.

We look forward to the journey ahead as we restore and build upon the Albion legacy, bringing together the strengths of both brands for the future.

Is the current business connected to the former operators?

The current business has no affiliation with, nor any connection to, the previously dissolved entities that once held the Albion intellectual property. 

Albion is now operated by the experienced team behind Belter Sports Pty Ltd and Centurion Headwear.

The current business has new ownership, management and operations.

How has the intellectual property been acquired?

The Albion intellectual property has been acquired by Belter Sports Pty Ltd through registrations with ASIC and the UK Government Legal Department.

Albion Hat & Cap Co is now our registered business name with ASIC. 

What about any previous Albion matters?

Albion Hat & Cap Co is not responsible for any liabilities, debts or obligations incurred by previous owners.

For any enquiries relating to historical matters, you are welcome to contact us.

Why has the Albion brand returned?

Albion is one of Australia's most important sporting brands and we believe it deserves a future built on quality products and dependable customer service.

Who is Centurion Headwear and Belter Sports?

In the past 13 years, Centurion Headwear has become Australia’s leader in baggy cricket caps, honours caps and headwear to clubs, schools and sporting organisations. We have a commitment to product quality, service and improvement. 

We will be transitioning our current Centurion Headwear business and customers across to the Albion name in 2026.

Alongside our Centurion Headwear brand, Belter Sports distribute Dukes cricket balls to the Australian market and also supply TYKA cricket apparel.

Can you repeat our previous Albion orders and designs?

Yes. We are placed to repeat past Albion orders and designs. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.