Bath Rugby collaborates with Novuna to electrify fleet
19 September 2025
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Natalie Middleton
Bath Rugby is rolling out electric vehicles and charging infrastructure with the help of Novuna Vehicle Solutions. The professional rugby union club has appointed Novuna as its official
Bath Rugby is rolling out electric vehicles and charging infrastructure with the help of Novuna Vehicle Solutions.
L-R: Jon Lawes of Novuna with James Bibby from Bath Rugby
The professional rugby union club has appointed Novuna as its official supplier and Club Sustainability Partner, supporting its sustainability ambitions on and off the pitch.
As part of the collaboration, Novuna will provide electric vehicles to support Bath Rugby’s community outreach programmes and wider club operations, along with charging infrastructure at the club’s facilities.
James Bibby, commercial director at Bath Rugby, added: “Reducing our carbon emissions is a long-term priority and partnering with Novuna Vehicle Solutions is a significant step forward.
“Their support in providing electric vehicles and installing charging infrastructure at our facilities going forward will make a big difference, and we’re excited about the role they can play in helping us continue to improve our sustainability practices as an organisation.”
Bath Rugby continues to invest in long-term sustainability initiatives, including its work with schools across the South West through the Kick the Carbon Rugby Campaign. The partnership also supports the goals of the World Rugby Sustainability Plan to 2030, reinforcing the club’s commitment to reducing environmental impact across its operations.
Jon Lawes, managing director of Novuna Vehicle Solutions, said: “This collaboration of two leading forces in our respective fields reflects our shared belief in the power of sport and business to drive meaningful change. At Novuna, we make the important things happen and together with Bath Rugby, we’re turning sustainability ambition into everyday action.”