The New Saints partner with Macron and RUK Group to launch sustainable kit for 2023/24 season

The New Saints FC are delighted to announce a partnership with both Macron and Recycling UK Limited, alongside the launch of their 2023/24 official team kit. Ahead of what’s set to be another historic campaign for The Saints, the 15-time Welsh champions, and UEFA Champions League regulars, have announced Macron as their official kit supplier.

TNS will proudly wear Macron’s fully recyclable polyester kits as they embark on another European campaign, and aim to defend their JD Cymru Premier and JD Welsh Cup trophies. With sustainability a key priority for the club, The New Saints are proud to share Macron’s passion for recycling and reducing carbon footprint.

To reflect this, all first-team shirts for the 2023/24 season have been produced using the equivalent of 13 recycled half-litre plastic water bottles. This will ensure that the club boasts one of the most eco-friendly kits in football. As The Saints look to create more history this season, Macron will supply kits to the club’s men’s, women’s and Academy sides, as well as additional training and beachwear apparel for the coaching staff.

Speaking on partnering with The New Saints, Mike Davies at Macron said, “We are really pleased to be partnering with The New Saints Football Club. I have many fond memories with TNS FC and I’m delighted to be back working with some old friends. The club continues to set the bar in the JD Cymru Premier and we look forward to our new journey together.”

Meanwhile, The Saints have also proudly partnered with Cheshire-based RUK Group, who will become the club’s front-of-shirt sponsor for the next two seasons. RUK have been a long-standing partner of the club since 2016, and are leaders in the recycling and sustainability industry.

Alongside their front-of-shirt sponsorship, RUK will also supply pitchside bins to improve wastage and recycling at Park Hall. TNS will be able to promote RUK’s commitment to recycling across the continent, as the famous green and white will once again be seen in the UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds, with the club looking to make history for Welsh domestic football.

Neil Clarke, Managing Director of RUK Group, also commented on the partnership, “It is an honour to be allowed the privilege of continuing the relationship which has been in place since May 2016. As one of the leading independent recycling companies in Europe, we are delighted that we are able to partner with the famous football club in the town of Oswestry where one of our group companies is based. We look forward to continuing the relationship that we have built up with Mike Harris and everyone involved at The New Saints FC.”

The New Saints’ Chairman, Mike Harris, also shared his thoughts, “As a club, we are committed to improving our sustainability ethos, so it made perfect sense to partner with Macron to supply our kit for the upcoming campaign. I’d like to thank Macron for producing such a fantastic set of kits for us to wear as we look to make history once again this season.”

He added, “We are also extremely proud to be partnering with RUK as our front-of-shirt sponsor next season. Neil Clarke & Simon Marsden from RUK Group have supported us on and off the pitch for the past seven years, & to partner with a like-minded business at the heart of Oswestry, who boast many shared values with us, not least our commitment to creating a positive impact in the local community, really highlights the synergies between the two brands.”

TNS Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Harris-James, said, “I’m delighted we have been able secure Macron and RUK as commercial partners as we continue to drive the off-field business of The New Saints to match its on-field success. It’s a privilege for us to be associated with two brands who continue to be leaders in their respective sectors, with good values at the heart of their success.”

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