BigAl Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 See attached link and article: Worst kept secret of the year that Saltire Energy are our new sponsor and have signed a three year worth circa £1m. Worth in passing mentioning Team Recruitment who have supported the club for years with sponsorship. New kit looks pretty good. Interesting to see we've dropped the two stars. A sign McInnes has us looking forward and not backwards. Time to create new history for the club. ======================================== Dons new partnership launched Aberdeen Football Club today announced that Saltire Energy is the new club sponsor in a three year, seven figure deal that will see the energy company involved in a major partnership that extends beyond the first team squad. Also revealed is the new home kit that the team will wear for the 2014-15 campaign, incorporating the latest adidas styles and materials. Commenting on the deal, Pittodrie Vice Chairman George Yule said. "We are absolutely delighted to have secured this partnership with Saltire Energy, an organisation that already enjoys a close relationship with the club through supporting of several initiatives over the years. In addition to Saltire's involvement with the senior squads, they are also going to support all of our youth development teams which of course are where many first team stars of the future can currently be found. "I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Terry Allan and Team Recruitment for their fantastic support over the past six years, which has been very much appreciated." Established in 1986, and headquartered in Portlethen Aberdeen, Saltire Energy is a leading supplier of state-of-the-art drilling equipment to the global oil and gas industry. Mike Loggie, Saltire Energy CEO added: "I am thrilled that Saltire Energy will be building upon an already successful relationship with AFC. Saltire Energy has supported the youth teams at the club for a number of years and this move is very much a natural progression for us. "I am a long-standing fan of the club and admire the way they perform both on and off the pitch. AFC's significant involvement in the community is also reflective of Saltire Energy's commitment to the local area. When we heard that there was an opportunity to become the official sponsor for AFC we were keen to take over this prestigious title and strengthen our involvement with the club. "AFC is steeped in tradition and we are proud to be associated with the club and see the Saltire Energy brand on the new kit, which looks great. This is such an exciting time for AFC - I am really looking forward to watching the club's run of success continue into next season and beyond." Saltire Energy established the 'Saltire in the Community' programme in 2008 to support local initiatives that would primarily benefit young people. Through this, the company is already involved with many sporting programmes, such as AFC Youth, The Paul Lawrie Foundation, Saltire Energy Sports for Schools, University of Aberdeen Sporting Scholarships and Curling for Schools. From today, supporters can purchase the new AFC home kit, in the club shop and online, while the 2014-15 season away kit will be launched later in the month. http://www.afc.co.uk/articles/20140602/dons-new-partnership-launched_2212158_3875431 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_widdows Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Glad they got rid of the 2 stars As I see it if they have to have this star malarky it should only be for International teams winning the world cup and at a push clubs being champions of their respective continents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manc_don Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Not sure how I feel about it, I like the fact that it is solely red and white but not sure if I like the retro badge on such a contemporary shirt though. Will still probably buy it, mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizer Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Looks alright, adidas strips half way down shoulder look daft for replica but should look of with badges. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizer Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Nae sure Saltire will be happy with the goalie top - canna see them on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl Posted June 2, 2014 Author Share Posted June 2, 2014 Nae sure Saltire will be happy with the goalie top - canna see them on it Fair point re Langfields, sorry Brown's top Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kowalski Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 It's not bad but they should have kept the two stars IMHO - always good for winding up the Infirm! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edinburghdon Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Nae sure Saltire will be happy with the goalie top - canna see them on it I'm assuming they'd have seen them before everything was agreed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kowalski Posted July 2, 2014 Share Posted July 2, 2014 When's the away kit getting announced? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superstar Tradesman Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 3rd strip for Europe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kowalski Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Sounds promising Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyBiscuit Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Considine will be even slower with that on... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madbadteacher Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 But hard as........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manc_don Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Considine will be even slower with that on... Having got the new home shirt from ED, i'm very impressed. First home shirt i've bought in years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edinburghdon Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Delighted that it seems to be a black and gold away kit, looking forward to seeing what it looks like! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kowalski Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Aberdeen FC will this evening unveil our new Season 2014/15 away kit at our Europa League Qualifier against Daugava Riga. Keep an eye on our social media channels for exclusive teasers in the build up to the game with the big reveal coming at 5:30pm (BST) as the players walk out onto the pitch wearing the new away kit. The away kit will be available to purchase online only immediately after the reveal at www.afc.co.uk/shop and in-store from 9am on Friday 11th July. http://www.afc.co.uk/javaImages/92/c6/0,,10284~12961426,00.png[/img] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrant Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Really liking the teasers so far. Does anyone know if there will be more gear in the colours of the new away strip or if it's only the away strip that's left to come out? I fancy a jacket because it'll be of more use than a top in the winter months but nae sold on the ones currently there. Especially nae at £65 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manc_don Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Kit looked fucking ace. I think I'm going to end up getting that one too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kowalski Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Kit looked fucking ace. I think I'm going to end up getting that one too Not a huge fan of the home strip but the new away strip is cracking, mine is ordered! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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