AN Accrington uniform supplier has been announced as an official supplier to Team GB for the Summer Olympics in Rio 2016.

Simon Jersey will provide the team with a bespoke suiting range to be worn at official events in the UK and in Rio in the lead-up the Olympics and beyond.

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The Sykeside Drive firm has also been selected to dress Team GB for the closing parade, which is expected to reach a global audience of almost 900 million.

Managing director James Saunders said: “We’re extremely excited to be a part of the Olympic journey for Team GB and as a British brand, we can’t wait to follow our home team on their path to success at the 2016 games.

“It’s an incredible opportunity for Simon Jersey, as a North West company, to be part of the world’s biggest sporting event and provide suits for our Olympic heroes.”

He continued: “This is the first time a corporate wear supplier has been awarded the contract to supply formal wear or parade wear to Team GB, let alone both.

“Here at Simon Jersey we know how to make powerful impressions and have extensive experience in building strong teams through quality designs. This means we’re well prepared to kit out such a diverse team, and we’re honoured to be announcing our partnership with such a prestigious organisation.”

The company is now in discussions with Team GB’s athletes, and is expected to reveal plans for the bespoke suiting range next year.

The closing parade outfits will remain a closely-guarded secret until the closing parade however.

British Olympic Association CEO, Bill Sweeney added: “Simon Jersey is a well-respected UK-based company.”