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DHL is Manchester United’s first official training kit sponsor
MUMBAI: DHL has become Manchester United‘s first official training kit sponsor.
The new four-year-agreement sees the DHL logo included on the clubs‘ training kit worn by all first, reserve and youth team players during domestic competitions and builds on DHL‘s relationship behind the scenes at the club.
DHL has been the club‘s Official Logistics Partner for a year and played a key role supporting United‘s pre-season tour of the US and will continue to work hard to help deliver success on and off the pitch.
To mark the extended partnership, and as part of United‘s celebrations of its record-breaking 19th top-flight championship win last season, the logistics company will be delivering the Club‘s gift to its fans attending this evening‘s match against Tottenham Hotspur – 73,000 specially-commissioned commemorative scarves.
DHL Express (Europe) CEO John Pearson said, “We‘re delighted to be extending this strategic partnership which will see DHL getting more involved in the behind the scenes operations of Manchester United and supporting the club in its continued success Building on our current relationship with the world‘s biggest football club reflects our ability to provide unparalleled logistics services for customers across the globe”
Manchester United CEO David Gill said, “This deal breaks new ground in the English game. We are delighted that DHL has extended its partnership with the Club to include the training kit. DHL‘s global presence and international standing are a perfect fit for the world‘s most popular football club.”
Commercial Director Richard Arnold said, “This is a deal that continues to demonstrate the Club‘s position as the most innovative and successful in the game. DHL have been a great partner to work with and have integrated with the Club‘s operations seamlessly. The work they did around this summer‘s US tour was striking and we are looking forward to developing a broader relationship in the future.”
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PwC India announces leadership change in Deals practice
Shashank Jain steps down as co-leader after nearly three decades with the firm.
MUMBAI: When one dealmaker steps off the pitch, another is ready to take the baton because in the fast-moving world of transactions, the game never really stops. PwC India has announced a leadership transition in its Deals practice, with Shashank Jain stepping down from his role as co-leader to pursue an opportunity in the industry. The practice will continue to be led by Mohit Chopra, ensuring continuity and sustained growth momentum.
PwC India partner and leader for advisory dinesh Arora paid tribute to Jain’s contributions. “We deeply appreciate the significant contributions made by Shashank over close to three decades he has spent with PwC, particularly his defining role in shaping and strengthening our Transaction Services practice in India,” he said. Arora highlighted Jain’s support for clients through some of the most complex and significant transactions in the Indian market, noting his deep technical expertise, sound judgment and nuanced understanding of the evolving M&A landscape.
The Deals practice remains a key growth driver for PwC India, and the firm expects continued expansion under Mohit Chopra’s leadership. He will continue to guide clients through complex transactions and transformational business moments, building on the strong foundation established over the years.
Reflecting on his journey, Shashank Jain said, “I have had an exceptional journey at PwC. I owe my growth and learning to the nurturing environment and leadership development that PwC provided.” He added that he had been working closely with Mohit and the larger team to ensure a smooth transition and expressed confidence that Chopra would take the Deals practice to newer heights.
From intern to respected deals leader, Shashank Jain has clearly closed many successful transactions and now, it seems, he’s ready to strike a new deal of his own.
