TrustFord supplies SuperCupNI with 100% electric vehicles as part of tournament’s commitment to sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint.
SuperCupNI has taken a major step towards reducing its carbon footprint by striking a deal with TrustFord to add 100% electric Ford E-Transit® and All-Electric Ford Mustang Mach-E to its fleet of support vehicles for this year’s tournament.
The partnership with TrustFord is as a key part of the SuperCupNI’s commitment to sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint of the tournament.
TrustFord will act as official supplier of vehicles to the SuperCupNI that will support the logistics of delivering over 120 matches during the weeklong international youth tournament.
The fleet will ensure that the SuperCupNI’s team of 130 volunteers can efficiently manage transportation needs across venues in Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, and Mid and East Antrim Borough Council.
The SuperCupNI 2024, now in its 41st year, will take place from Sunday 21st to Friday 26th July. The tournament will feature over 60 elite girls’ and boys’ teams from around the world, competing across five age groups.
It will kick off with a traditional welcome parade and opening ceremony in Coleraine on Sunday 21st July, followed by a week of intense football action starting on Monday 22nd July.
Roy Dixon, Sales Manager at Trust Ford Coleraine, commented: “At TrustFord being a good corporate citizen is a very natural part of how we do business, and we are delighted to support this year’s SuperCupNI.
“Through TrustFord’s commitment to reducing our environmental impact, we are providing a fleet that includes the 100% electric Ford E-Transit and All-Electric Ford Mustang Mach-E to ensure the smooth logistics of the tournament, while reducing the environmental impact of the event.”
Victor Leonard, Chairperson of SuperCupNI, added: “The support from TrustFord is invaluable in ensuring the smooth logistics and operational efficiency of our tournament across three council areas.
“By including electric vehicles in the fleet, the partnership with TrustFord helps us take significant steps towards reducing our carbon footprint and fostering a greener future for the tournament and beyond.”
