Forest Green Rovers CEO Dane Vince has praised principal sponsor Candriam for its continued support of the club’s long-term vision, particularly the planned £100 million Eco Park stadium development.
A global leader in sustainable asset management, Candriam has served as the club’s principal sponsor since 2020, with the club’s state-of-the-art training facility at Junction 13 of the M5, named The Candriam Training Centre.
Following its sponsorship of the club’s annual youth tournament last week, representatives from Candriam visited the training ground for a tour led by Rovers’ CEO Dane Vince and Head of Commercial Paula Brown.
Speaking on the partnership, Vince said: “The Candriam Training Centre is the first part of the development towards the future of FGR, with Eco Park following. We are grateful to Candriam for their support over the years. Their alignment and ethos mirrors what we stand for here at the club — both brands are investing in the future and showcasing education and sustainability.”
Senior Events & Sport Sponsorship Manager at Candriam, Xavier Kusnierz, added: “The Eco Park project is an ambitious, modern, and visionary initiative. With the Candriam Training Centre — the cornerstone of this future complex — we are proud to be part of it and to collaborate over the long term with a partner that places positive impact at the heart of its project.”
As part of the partnership, Candriam also sponsors the East Stand and contributes £10,000 per season through the Candriam Kids Fund, supporting disadvantaged children and young people in the local community. The initiative reflects the shared commitment of both organisations to inclusivity, education, and social responsibility.
The continued collaboration between Rovers and Candriam reinforces a shared ambition to lead through sustainability and innovation, both on and off the pitch.
