We’re excited to announce that David Spear Commercials has taken its love for rugby across the bridge with a new partnership with Bristol Bears!
Already a proud supporter of Welsh regional rugby through our long-standing relationships with Cardiff Rugby, Ospreys, and Dragons RFC, this new agreement further strengthens our commitment to the sport and our role as a commercial backer of rugby in the UK.
As part of the two-year partnership, David Spear Commercials will become the Official Kit Van Partner, providing a fully branded Ford Transit to support the club’s operations across the UK and Europe.
Other benefits of the partnership include:
• Prominent matchday branding across boards, LED, and mega screens
• Digital visibility on the Bristol Bears website
• Hospitality and community engagement opportunities
• Shared marketing rights, including joint press announcements and promotions
In addition, our logo will feature on the back of Bristol Bears’ playing shorts during all home and away fixtures in the 2025/26 Gallagher Premiership season, including European competitions — putting David Spear Commercials front and centre on the pitch.
Founded over three decades ago in South Wales, David Spear Commercials has grown into one of the UK’s most trusted names in new and used commercial vehicles. Our ethos — reliability, customer service, and community values — aligns perfectly with the Bears’ commitment to excellence both on and off the field.
Bristol Bears CEO, Tom Tainton, said:
“We’re delighted to onboard a new partner in David Spear – a family run business who have a superb reputation and a great affinity to rugby. We’ve enjoyed working with Dave and Geraint on building the partnership and there’s strong alignment of values between our organisations. We look forward to growing together as we embark on the season ahead.”
David Spear, Founder of David Spear Commercials, said:
“We’re absolutely thrilled to partner with one of the most exciting rugby teams in the UK. The facilities and professionalism at Bristol Bears are world-class, and with Pat Lam at the helm and the huge signing of Louis Rees-Zammit, there’s a real sense of momentum around the club.
“We’re already heavily involved with regional rugby in Wales and Bristol feels like our ‘fifth region’ — it’s on our doorstep, and we already have a strong customer base across the Southwest.
“From day one, we felt genuinely welcomed, and it was clear both organisations share the same energy, passion, and drive. This partnership just makes sense.”
Geraint Yeo, Director of David Spear Commercials, added:
“The opportunities ahead are massive. The Bears’ commercial team have been outstanding, and the ambition they’ve shown matches our own. This is just the start of what we know will be an exciting and powerful partnership between Spear and the Bears.”
We’re proud to be part of the Bristol Bears’ journey and look forward to an exciting season ahead!
