DHL to Handle Logistics for IRB World Rugby Conference and Exhibition 2014

The International Rugby Board has announced DHL as the official logistics partner for the 2014 IRB World Rugby Conference and Exhibition (ConfEx) taking place at Hilton London Metropole on November 17-18.

DHL’s partnership reaffirms the global express and logistics leader’s commitment to supporting Rugby at all levels and will see it support the overall delivery and logistics for the prestigious event, including providing its services to other ConfEx sponsors and exhibitors.

As part of its role as official logistics partner of Rugby World Cup 2015 in England, DHL transported the iconic Webb Ellis Cup from 2011 winners New Zealand to the IRB in Dublin for the official trophy handover ceremony in November 2013. And it has since continued to support logistics requirements by taking the trophy so far to Japan, Australia, Fiji, Madagascar and South Africa as part of England Rugby 2015’s Rugby World Cup trophy tour in partnership with both Land Rover and DHL.

IRB Chief Executive Brett Gosper said: "We are all looking forward to welcoming the sporting community to share knowledge, network and build relationships at what will be a crucial international gathering. To have a globally recognised company like DHL is a boost for ConfEx and I would like to thank them for their continued support."

Global Sponsorship Manager DHL Express Fiona Taag said: "DHL has a great history working in Rugby, delivering services for Rugby World Cups, British and Irish Lions tours, Rugby Unions, clubs and teams around the globe. As the world’s leading provider of logistics services, we look forward to working with the IRB World Rugby Conference and Exhibition again and strengthening our relationship with the international Rugby community, helping to connect Rugby nations around the world and build the excitement and anticipation for RWC 2015."

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Background Information:

About DHL – The logistics company for the world:

DHL is the global market leader in the logistics industry and "the logistics company for the world". DHL commits its expertise in international express, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation, contract logistics and international mail services to its customers. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and about 285,000 employees worldwide offers customers superior service quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. DHL accepts its social responsibility by supporting environmental protection, disaster management and education.

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. The group generated revenue of more than 55 billion euros in 2013.

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About the IRB World Rugby Conference and Exhibition:

The IRB World Rugby Conference and Exhibition, taking place on November 17-18, will once again provide a unique environment for the global Rugby community to share knowledge, network and develop relationships. It will feature speeches, workshops, exhibitions and plenary sessions on a host of key themes, including the development and growth of the game and increasing fan engagement via commercial, broadcast and marketing streams. The conference will also provide invaluable networking opportunities with leading figures and decision-makers from across Rugby and the wider world of sport.

Further Information:

Clair Ashley, VERO Communications, +44 207 812 6589 or +44 7889 866 697, email: cashley@verocom.co.uk.

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