Royal Navy FA
PARTNERS / Military Sport / Royal Navy FA
8th March 2024
iPRO Renews Partnership with Royal Navy Football Association as Official Hydration and Wellness Partner
iPRO, a leading hydration drinks company in the UK, is thrilled to announce the renewal of its partnership with the Royal Navy Football Association for an additional three years. iPRO will continue to serve as the Official Hydration and Wellness Partner for all Representative teams, including Men's, Women's, and U23's.
Since the inception of the partnership in 2020, iPRO has played a crucial role in supporting the Royal Navy football teams by providing its high-quality hydration product, iPRO Hydrate. The renewal of this partnership solidifies iPRO's commitment to excellence and aligns with the core values of the Royal Navy, emphasising 'Integrity and PROfessionalism.'
Hydration is paramount for athletes in the military, and iPRO Hydrate has proven to be an exceptional product for the Royal Navy football teams. The drink's formulation supports optimal performance, aiding the players in reaching their peak potential on the field. iPRO Hydrate's compliance with the stringent standards of the Royal Navy Football Association further underscores its suitability for elite athletes within the military.
Steve Johnson, Chief Executive Officer at the Royal Navy FA, expressed his delight about the continued partnership, stating, “We are delighted to announce the continuation of our partnership with iPRO. iPRO are a market leading company who deliver quality hydration products. iPRO stands for ‘Integrity and PROfessionalism’, core values, within the Royal Navy.
“iPRO has been the Official Hydration Partner since 2020 to all our Representative teams, Mens, Women’s and U23’s. Competing at the highest level of sport within the military requires players to be at optimum performance and fueling with iPRO products helps achieve that goal.”
Charlotte Taylor, Partnerships & Operations Manager at iPRO, commented on the extension of the partnership, saying, "iPRO is excited to continue our collaboration with the Royal Navy Football Association, a great organisation that shares our values. We are proud to be the Official Hydration and Wellness Partner and look forward to contributing to the success of the Representative teams."
Danny Kerr, Royal Navy Men’s Senior Team Captain, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership renewal, stating, "We are delighted to renew our partnership with iPRO, one of the leading hydration drinks companies in the UK. We understand that performance is optimised by correct hydration levels and providing the very best football players in our Service with a drink such as iPRO will only enhance our overall sporting performance. At the top level of Royal Navy Football, marginal gains are of major importance, and we believe that our partnership with iPRO will help us find the extra percent to take our representative teams to the next level."
In addition to the performance benefits, iPRO's partnership with a military team brings a unique significance to the brand. The endorsement from the Royal Navy Football Association adds credibility to iPRO's commitment to supporting those who operate in demanding environments and strive for excellence.
Highlighting iPRO's dedication to sustainability, iPRO Hydrate includes 30% recycled plastic in its bottles, and all packaging is fully recyclable. This eco-friendly approach aligns with both organisations' values of responsibility and environmental consciousness.
The renewed partnership between iPRO and the Royal Navy Football Association marks a continuation of shared values, dedication to excellence, and a commitment to the well-being of elite athletes within the military. Together, iPRO and the RNFA look forward to reaching new heights in athletic performance over the next three years.