Driving us forward together! Dragons RFC is pleased to announce that Newport Transport has today agreed to become an Official Partner for the 2023/24 season.
For more than 120 years, Newport Transport been making our city a little greener, smarter and safer while bringing our vibrant community closer together.
And now an exciting new agreement between Dragons RFC and Newport Transport – who accommodate more than seven million passengers a year - will see them support our eco-friendly projects and revolutionise match day travel for fans.
As part of this partnership, Newport Transport have committed to providing FREE bus transport on their city-wide network during home game days to season members – full details to be announced soon!
David Watts, Commercial Assistant at Dragons RFC, described the new partnership as a huge step forward for the club’s drive on eco-friendly travel and making it easier than ever before to get to Rodney Parade.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Newport Transport, the main bus provider in our city with over 40 services covering Newport and South-East Wales, as a new partner at Dragons RFC.
“They share our environmental commitments, and we look forward to more exciting projects with them as this season progresses.
“Our thanks in particular go to Morgan Stevens and Sophie Comelli for their unwavering support and helping us agree a partnership with will be of huge benefit to our Season Members and wider fan base.”
Morgan Stevens, Operations Director at Newport Transport explains: “We're delighted to announce our partnership with the Dragons RFC this season.
“Supporting their eco-friendly initiatives is ideal alongside our own environmental commitment as the operator of a 44-strong zero-emission bus fleet.
“As a leading provider of bus and coach services in Newport for over 120 years, we understand the significant role that sports, rugby in particular play in the local community. We are excited to bring additional value to fans via this partnership.
“By providing free bus transport on our city-wide network during home game days to season members, we are making it easier for fans to enjoy the game while reducing their carbon footprint.
“We look forward to working with the Dragons on more transport initiatives, such as setting up a transport hub at the ground and participating in other eco-friendly events throughout the season. "
Season Members are advised that full details of the FREE transport initiative on match days will be communicated and on our official website soon! For more information on Newport Transport click HERE
As a leading provider of bus and coach services in Newport for over 120 years, we understand the significant role that sports, rugby in particular play in the local community. We are excited to bring additional value to fans via this partnership...
