International Bowling Federation, also known as IBF, is a privately owned entity headquartered in Switzerland. Founded in 1952, with approximately 10 employees, the organization reported $1.7M in revenue as of 2023 and functions as a tier 3 media tech buyer. The company specializes in media and TV services, operating as the world governing body for nine-pin and ten-pin bowling.

Revenue

Founded

1952

Headcount

5

Headquarters

Switzerland

Primary Segment

Media and TV services

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

On February 27, 2026, the International Bowling Federation (IBF) banned urethane bowling balls with a hardness below 78D, aligning its rules with the PBA Tour following a period of addressing the issue. The IBF announced in Newsletter 12 that it will conduct random hardness checks during events, with any ball measuring below 72D considered non-compliant and removed from competition.

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International Bowling Federation (IBF) offers products in the media and telecoms services industry. International Bowling Federation (IBF)'s product portfolio comprises of media and TV services.
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International Bowling Federation (IBF)'s revenues were less than $10M in 2023. All the revenue comes from video streaming.
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