UPS is teeing up to provide global shipping solutions for upcoming events in Europe and America after being named the Worldwide Supplier of the Ryder Cup, a major international golf championship.
The partnership agreement begins with the 2018 Ryder Cup, which will be contested at Le Golf National in France from September 28-30, and extends through the 2020 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wisconsin, UPS said today.
UPS will host an onsite shipping center for merchandise purchased at the 2018 and 2020 Ryder Cups, and will serve as ticket shipping provider for both events.
“The Ryder Cup is a global sporting event, so it is fitting that we have the support of a global brand in UPS, starting with the 2018 Ryder Cup in France,” said European Ryder Cup Director Richard Hills.
“We are delighted that UPS and its vast global logistics network will serve as the Worldwide Supplier of the Ryder Cup,” said PGA of America Chief Commercial Officer Jeff Price. “The tradition and passion of the Ryder Cup is unequalled in sport, and we are excited that UPS will deliver to fans some of the most coveted merchandise and keepsake memorabilia in the game.”
UPS recently opened a $100 million, 30,000 square-meter advanced technology package sorting and delivery hub outside Paris in Corbeil-Essonnes/Évry, employing nearly 1,000 people.
“UPS will bring global reach and an extensive portfolio of services to Ryder Cup fans who have travelled from around the world to Paris,” said UPS Chief Marketing Officer Kevin Warren. “UPS has a long history of supporting marquee, global events. With our new facility in France, we are uniquely positioned to connect Ryder Cup fans at the event with the world.”
The Ryder Cup dates back to 1927 as a competition between American and British professional golfers, and in 1979 was expanded into an event between two teams representing America and Europe.
