Simon Jersey Becomes Official Formalwear Provider of Team GB
September 23, 2014
Corporate clothing manufacturer Simon Jersey has been named the official formalwear provider of Team GB heading into Rio 2016, sales the British Olympic Association (BOA) has announced today.
Simon Jersey will be provide Team GB with a bespoke suiting range, healing which will be worn at official events in both the UK and in Rio in the lead up the Olympic Games. They will also be dressing the team for the Closing Ceremony.
BOA CEO Bill Sweeney, said: “Our preparations for Rio are on track and confirming our formalwear provider shows that we’re now getting into the detailed elements of that planning. Simon Jersey is a well-respected UK-based company which has a very strong background in providing quality clothing for organisations and we are thrilled to be welcoming them to the Olympic family.”
James Saunders, Managing Director at Simon Jersey, said: “We’re extremely excited to be a part of the Olympics journey for Team GB and can’t wait to follow the team on their path to success at the 2016 games. Having watched the London 2012 Olympic Games take place on British soil and bring the nation together, we’ve well and truly got Olympic fever. As a British brand working with our home team, it’s an incredible opportunity for Simon Jersey to show our support.”