Ford Signs As Partner To 2014 Commonwealth Games

Ford has signed up to become the latest partner of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.

Ford, which has a presence in 90% of Commonwealth countries, will also become an Official Partner of Team Scotland, Team England, Team Wales and Team Northern Ireland.

As the Official Automotive Partner, Ford will provide the Organising Committee with over 1,100 vehicles for use during the Games and for transport when the Scotland leg is under way of the pre-cursor to the Games, the Queen’s Baton Relay.

The Baton, which departed from Glasgow last month to begin a 190,000km, 248-day international journey, returns in June 2014. Ford vehicles will then convey it and its support team the length of the country throughout the 40-day domestic leg before it arrives back in Glasgow for the Opening Ceremony.

The Games will take place in Glasgow from 23rd July – 3rd August 2014 and will feature 6,500 athletes and officials from across the Commonwealth.

Lord Smith of Kelvin, chairman, Glasgow 2014 said: ‘It’s a proud moment in our journey to Glasgow 2014 to be able to welcome Ford into the sponsor family and we are excited to be working with them as our latest partner. The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games are a great opportunity for sponsors to be involved in a unique occasion which reaches across the globe. Ford is perfectly placed to help us deliver a successful Games and leave a lasting legacy throughout the Commonwealth.’

Mark Ovenden, Ford UK chairman and managing director said: ‘Ford is delighted to be an Official Partner of Glasgow 2014 and to be able to support this important cultural and sporting event. Our best-ever vehicle range enables us to provide a fleet inclusive of low-CO2 cars that will help deliver a sustainable and inclusive event for a huge global audience.’