Rlwc2021 Announces Kuehne & Nagel As Official Partner

The Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) has announced logistics company Kuehne+Nagel as the Official Logistics Partner of the tournament.  

As part of the partnership, Kuehne+Nagel will provide logistics services for the event, including requirements for all of the 61 matches across the men’s, women’s and wheelchair tournaments, all 32 participating teams, and the fulfilment of warehousing and storage needs.

“Our approach to partnerships starts with wanting to work with organisations that align with our values, and share elements of our vision, such as connecting people and bringing communities together – so we can deliver a mutually beneficial partnership,” said Jonathan Neill, Commercial Director, RLWC2021.

“Kuehne+Nagel firmly believes in delivering progress to society and we will both work together to continue to have a positive impact on the world around us.

“By having truly world class partners like Kuehne+Nagel and their market leading capabilities and insight, along with positive engagement to thousands of customers and colleagues, we will be able to deliver the biggest and best ever Rugby League World Cup.”

RLWC2021 organisers have pointed to Kuehne+Nagel’s focus on sustainability, as the company has committed to make all shipments carbon neutral by 2030. In 2018, RLWC2021 pledged its support to the UN Sports for Climate Action Framework with the aim of reducing emissions throughout the tournament.

Brian Cox, National Manager, Kuehne+Nagel UK, said: “We are delighted to be the Official Logistics Partner for RLWC2021 and hugely excited to be part of this tournament.

“We are really looking forward to working with RLWC2021 and utilising our global transport and logistics network and expertise, to support the success of this event.” 

Kuehne+Nagel join Eversheds Sutherland, Deloitte, Manchester Metropolitan University and Kappa as Official Partners of Rugby League World Cup 2021.