Sponsorship deal confirms W&K here to stay

Caroline, left, and Georgina Evers-Swindell renew their sponsorship deal with the chief of rural services company Williams & Kettle, Paul Macfie. Picture / Fotopress

World rowing champions Caroline and Georgina Evers-Swindell have renewed their sponsorship deal with the chief of rural services company Williams & Kettle, Paul Macfie.

The deal goes through to the Beijing Olympics in 2008.

Macfie says the long-term commitment confirms Williams & Kettle's strong presence in the lower North Island rural services sector.

Earlier this month, rival Wrightson completed a full takeover of Williams & Kettle. But the new owners have promised to retain the brand.

The Hastings-born gold medal winners, who first signed with Williams & Kettle before the 2004 Athens Olympics, are likely to be used to promote both brands.