Partnership Details

Coforge Limited (NSE: COFORGE, BSE Scrip Code: 532541) announced a community partnership with Chippenham RFC to support local talent and participation in rugby and cricket, while contributing to wider community development. The partnership was formally launched at Chippenham RFC's home at Allington Fields on October 28, 2026.

Partnership Scope and Activities

Under the theme "Raising Our Game. Together," the partnership will support Chippenham RFC's community role across rugby and cricket, including encouraging participation, nurturing talent, and creating opportunities for people of different ages and abilities. Chippenham RFC is a member-run community club with more than 1,000 members and over 100 volunteers. Their programs span senior men's and women's rugby, junior, girls' and mini rugby, mixed ability touch and walking rugby, and cricket at their 22-acre Allington Fields site.

Branding and Implementation

As part of the partnership, Chippenham RFC's senior rugby team will wear Coforge-branded shirts in home and away matches starting from October 31, 2026. The association will also create opportunities for community participation, client and stakeholder engagement, and collaborative activities at the club throughout the year.

Organizational Background

Chippenham RFC was founded in 1898 and has developed over 60 players who have represented their countries at full international, student or schools level. The club works with local schools and community organizations, including running the Chippenham Schools Tag Rugby Festival which has previously brought together more than 200 local pupils.

Management Commentary

John Speight, Executive Director & President and UK and Europe Geo Business Leader at Coforge, stated: "At Coforge, we believe that lasting progress begins with investing in people and creating opportunities for them to grow. Through this partnership, we look forward to supporting the club's work across rugby and cricket and contributing to the continued development of the local community."

Kevin Thornton, Chairman of Chippenham RFC, commented: "We are delighted to welcome Coforge as our Community Partner. Their commitment to developing people and creating meaningful opportunities closely reflects the values and philosophy of our club."

Financial Impact

Financial impact not quantified in the disclosure.