{"id":838955,"date":"2025-10-03T08:38:40","date_gmt":"2025-10-03T06:38:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/?p=838955"},"modified":"2025-10-03T15:56:51","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T13:56:51","slug":"outsurance-expands-global-footprint-with-united-rugby-championship-match-official-sponsorship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/business\/838955\/outsurance-expands-global-footprint-with-united-rugby-championship-match-official-sponsorship\/","title":{"rendered":"OUTsurance expands global footprint with United Rugby Championship match official sponsorship"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

KT United Rugby Championship, Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli, Wales 27\/9\/2025 Scarlets vs Munster A view of OUTsurance Referee kit branding Credit \u00a9INPHO\/Ben Brady<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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OUTsurance has announced an expanded partnership with the United Rugby Championship<\/strong><\/a> (URC), marking a significant milestone in the company\u2019s international growth strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This move follows the successful launch of OUTsurance Ireland and signals the insurer\u2019s commitment to supporting sport development across both hemispheres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The URC, widely regarded as one of the most competitive club rugby leagues globally, underwent a major transformation in 2021 when the Pro14 welcomed four South African teams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The inclusion of these teams elevated the league\u2019s intensity and global appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This cross-hemisphere merger has positioned the URC as a premier global rugby competition bringing together 16 teams from five powerhouses \u2013 Ireland, South Africa, Wales, Italy, and Scotland \u2013 making it a strategic platform for OUTsurance to extend its long-standing support for match officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BKT United Rugby Championship, Parc y Scarlets, Llanelli, Wales 27\/9\/2025 Scarlets vs Munster A view of OUTsurance Referee kit branding Credit \u00a9INPHO\/Ben Brady<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A decade of backing fair play<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since 2015, OUTsurance has invested in the development of senior South African rugby match officials<\/strong><\/a>, sponsoring kits and match official development. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2019, the programme expanded to include school and club-level referees, promoting safe and fair play among young athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The company\u2019s commitment to sport development broadened further in 2024 with a partnership with South African Schools Netball (SASN)<\/strong><\/a>, providing attire for nearly 3,000 accredited umpires. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In early 2025, OUTsurance became the official sponsor of umpire kits<\/strong><\/a> for the South African Hockey Association, supporting officials at school, club, and national levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018It\u2019s an honour to be associated with South African match officials \u2014 and now the URC as well\u2019 said Danie Matthee, CEO of OUTsurance South Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018We look forward to similar opportunities in the future and to expand our support for fair play and sport development.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strategic alignment with international growth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The expansion into the URC aligns with OUTsurance\u2019s broader international ambitions, particularly following the launch of its Irish operations<\/strong><\/a> in 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The insurer has gained traction among Irish consumers, and the URC sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to reinforce brand visibility and values in key northern hemisphere markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Match officials \u2014 often overlooked \u2014 play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of sport. By sponsoring them, OUTsurance is investing in the professionalism, fairness, and safety of the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A bold new chapter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As the new URC season kicks off, match officials across South Africa and Europe will take to the field in OUTsurance-branded kits, featuring the company\u2019s distinctive green and purple colours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This visible presence underscores OUTsurance\u2019s commitment to the spirit of the game \u2014 and to the people who uphold it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this partnership, OUTsurance continues to champion fair play, support grassroots development, and build a meaningful presence in international markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disclaimers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OUTsurance and OUTsurance Life are licensed insurers and FSPs. Ts, Cs and limits apply.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

OUTsurance DAC trading as OUTsurance is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Car and home insurance is underwritten by OUTsurance DAC.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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