Zurich

Rugby union has become the star in Zurich's sponsorship portfolio since our backing of the Zurich Premiership in 2000.And this year, our involvement with English club rugby stretches to the Celtic regions and Europe as we become an Official Partner of the European Rugby Cup. It's an alliance we take great pride in, adding prestige and value to both the sport and our brand in Europe.

Rugby union and Zurich are ideal partners. For us, it's the perfect way to make people aware of who we are and what we do. And for the sport, our sponsorship has allowed the game to develop from its grass roots to the highest level, with greater exposure and improved competition. But it's a partnership in far more than name alone. We're constantly looking to add value to the game wherever possible, illustrated by our broadcast sponsorship of all Sky's Rugby Union coverage and the introduction of the Zurich World Rankings - now seen as the standard ranking system for players and teams at international level.

For more information about Zurich, visit our website www.zurich.co.uk