Globe skate shoes

Globe is a globally recognized heritage brand in the board sports industry, specializing in high-performance skateboarding footwear, apparel, and hardware. Founded in the mid-1980s, the brand quickly rose to prominence by catering to the authentic needs of skaters and surfers, focusing on durable materials and specialized sole technology.

The manufacturing of Globe products primarily takes place in specialized footwear facilities across China and Vietnam. This allows the brand to maintain a balance of technical innovation and competitive pricing while distributing to over 100 countries worldwide. The company remains deeply rooted in its Australian heritage, maintaining design and management hubs in Melbourne while operating global offices in the United States and France.

Globe is owned by Globe International Limited, a company that grew from the distribution business started by the Hill brothers. It remains a publicly listed entity on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), cementing its position as one of the few large-scale board sports companies to remain independently owned and operated from its country of origin.