Macron S.p.A. is an Italian manufacturer of sportswear and athletic clothing, headquartered in Crespellano, Bologna.
[1] Macron operates in three main business areas: The company's name comes from the greek prefix "μακρο-" (makro-) which means "large".
[1] A major expansion of the organisation took place in 1994, coincident with relocation and consolidation to Crespellano.
[1] Macron began providing teamwear to professional football in 2001, its first contract being with Bologna.
[citation needed] Macron is also the official referee kits supplier for the leagues: