UPS latest sponsors for 2012

UPS have been named by London 2012 bosses as the fifth tier-two supporter of next summer's Olympic games.

London 2012 chiefs secure latest sponsorship deal

Delivery company UPS have been named by London 2012 bosses as the fifth tier-two supporter of next summer's Olympic games. The deal, said to be worth around £20m, is believed to consist partly of cash and partly of value in kind. UPS will serve as the lead logistics and express delivery supporter of the London Olympics in three years time. The delivery company are the 22nd domestic commercial sponsor to become affiliated with the 2012 Games and will be involved in various procedures such as taking control of storage and the processing of sporting items and equipment. London 2012 organising committee chairman Sebastian Coe was delighted with the new deal. "Having one single supplier to handle the majority of our complex transportation and logistical needs will benefit everyone," he said. "Our commercial programme continues to attract global interest and I'm thrilled that yet another high-profile brand is on board."