Scimitar: Official Clothing & Branding Partner for TRC25 & TRC26
Running Industry Alliance (RIA) is delighted to confirm Scimitar as the Official Clothing & Branding Partner for The Running Conference presented by haku #TRC25 and TRC26, taking place from 7th to 9th December 2025 at Loughborough University, UK, with the 2026 dates of 6th to 8th December 2026.
Renowned as the UK’s “one-stop shop for all branded goods,” Scimitar is the leading supplier of sustainable custom sportswear, branded apparel, promotional items, and customised flags & banners. With an established reputation for excellence, Scimitar works with charities, mass participation events, corporate brands, professional sports teams, and retailers on everything from retail ranges and branded merchandise to online shops and direct fulfilment.
This partnership, confirmed for 2025 and 2026, includes:
Custom Apparel: Design and production of high-quality, innovative custom clothing for TRC25 and TRC26, including branded sweatshirts, t-shirts, and other apparel for all onsite teams and volunteers.
Branding: Production of customised flags, banners, signage, promotional items, and lanyards for all TRC attendees.
Sustainability Focus: Aligning with the RIA x TRC Sustainability Pledge, Scimitar’s clothing prioritises eco-friendly materials and production methods.
Support of Running Industry Awards 2025 as a Category Partner, event dressing and winners trophy supplier.
Rebecca Richardson, CEO of Running Industry Alliance (RIA), commented:
"We are thrilled that Scimitar will continue as the Official Clothing & Branding Partner for TRC25 and TRC26. Their commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation in sportswear perfectly aligns with the ethos of The Running Conference. We are excited to continue working with Scimitar to provide premium apparel for our teams and partners onsite and much more!”
Adam Yeomans, Head of Global Partnership at Scimitar, added:
"It is an honour to continue our partnership with The Running Conference into 2025 and 2026. We are dedicated to delivering the best in sportswear design and technology and look forward to supporting RIA and all onsite teams at TRC25 and beyond”.
The Running Conference presented by haku is the premier annual gathering for Running Industry Alliance (RIA) Members, bringing together brands, retailers, events, community, media, service and suppliers. The conference combines speaker-led sessions, panels, workshops, networking, and interactive experiences, including Pop-Up Discovery Spaces (PUDS) and podiums, all designed to foster growth, innovation, and collaboration within the running industry.
For more information on The Running Conference 2025 and updates for 2026, please visit: www.therunningconference.com or follow the LinkedIn page Running Industry Alliance and The Running Conference.
