Wests Tigers is delighted to confirm a large-scale partnership deal with global insurance giant, Zurich Financial Services Australia (Zurich).
The new deal, which is both an extension and an upgrade, will see the Zurich name prominently positioned on Wests Tigers NRL (sleeve) and NRLW (sternum) jerseys for the next three seasons.
Zurich joined forces with Wests Tigers in 2022, assuming naming rights to Wests Tigers Centre of Excellence at Concord, the Zurich Centre.
The partnership also saw the Zurich logo proudly displayed on Wests Tigers NRLW jersey in the team’s first two seasons in the NRL Women’s Premiership and has now evolved to include sleeve sponsorship of Wests Tigers NRL team through until 2027.
Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson says his club is thrilled to be taking the partnership with Zurich to a new level.
Our relationship with Zurich has strengthened year on year and we are delighted to see this partnership continue to grow.
Shane Richardson Wests Tigers CEO
“First it was the Zurich Centre, and then an increased involvement with our women’s team, and now Zurich will be on our NRL jerseys as well for the next three seasons.
“We take great pride in linking the Wests Tigers name with such a globally recognisable brand as Zurich.
“We are very well aligned, as we are with all our major partners, on core values such as community, inclusivity and family.
“As I’ve said before, in terms of branding, Wests Tigers now has one of the most diverse and prestigious jerseys in the NRL and NRLW competitions.”
Zurich, through its partnership with Wests Tigers, has also been investing in the growth of junior rugby with its innovative ‘Grassroots to Greatness’ initiative.
Linda Griffin, Head of Brand, Marketing and Corporate Affairs at Zurich said: “We are proud to extend our partnership with the Wests Tigers for a further three seasons following two successful years working closely together on several important initiatives.
“Together we have provided players with access to world class facilities through the Zurich Centre and driven impactful community programs such as ‘Grassroots to Greatness’, supplying $23,000 worth of football equipment to junior league clubs around Australia,” Ms Griffin said.
Wests Tigers 2025 NRL season kicks off on Friday 7th March against the Newcastle Knights at Campbelltown Sports Stadium. Wests Tigers NRLW team opens its season on Saturday 5th July against the Broncos in Brisbane.
About Zurich:
Zurich Financial Services Australia is a life insurance, commercial insurance and investments specialist that has been participating in the Australian market since 1920. Since its acquisition of OnePath Life from ANZ in 2019, the company provides life insurance to more than 1.5 million Australian customers under both the Zurich and OnePath Life brands. Further information about Zurich Financial Services Australia is available at www.zurich.com.au.
Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is a leading multi-line insurer serving people and businesses in more than 200 countries and territories. Founded 150 years ago, Zurich is transforming insurance. In addition to providing insurance protection, Zurich is increasingly offering prevention services such as those that promote wellbeing and enhance climate resilience.
Reflecting its purpose to ‘create a brighter future together’, Zurich aspires to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. It is targeting net-zero emissions by 2050 and has the highest-possible ESG rating from MSCI. In 2020, Zurich launched the Zurich Forest project to support reforestation and biodiversity restoration in Brazil.
The Group has about 60,000 employees and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Zurich Insurance Group Ltd (ZURN), is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and has a level I American Depositary Receipt (ZURVY) program, which is traded over-the-counter on OTCQX.
