The Newcastle Falcons today unveiled a new kit sponsor in Gilbert and a new logo. The sponsorship will run for the next three years and mean Gilbert will supply the new home and away kits, training apparel and leisure merchandise.

Managing Director of James Gilbert Limited, Martin Aynsley, commented, ‘We are delighted to be entering this partnership with the Newcastle Falcons. They are a dynamic forward thinking club, whose values complement the strengths we have at Gilbert.

This sponsorship shows our determination to becoming the number one brand in rugby, not just in equipment but also in kit and apparel. We are confident that the players will enjoy playing in Gilbert kit and the fans will be impressed with the quality and range of merchandise we will be producing.’

The new kits and merchandise will feature the Falcons new logo which has been developed with the assistance of Cravens Advertising. The logo was extensively researched with existing and potential new supporters and the Falcons are sure it will be a hit with all the fans.

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Richard Woollam:
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