Transport and logistics firm ARR Craib Transport Ltd has become the title sponsor of the 2013 MSA Scottish Rally Championship.

 The deal, financial terms of which were not released, adds to the Aberdeen-based companys existing sponsorship of a single stage in the Granite City Rally in Aberdeen. 

 Eddie Anderson, managing director of ARR Craib, said: The Scottish Rally Championship is undoubtedly one of the most thrilling motorsport series in the UK. The standard of competition is second to none and it has proved to be a breeding ground for exceptionally talented drivers.It should also be remembered that The Scottish Rally Championship is not only a fantastic sporting success but also plays a very important role in the economy of the local areas where each of the eight rallies are held.As a transport company we feel that we have a something of an affinity with motorsport and as a consequence we wanted to strengthen our association with the championship, which started a few years ago through sponsorship of a stage on the Granite City Rally.

We hope that our involvement as title sponsor will give the organisers the support and assistance they need to underpin the work they do in providing a first-class contest for both drivers and motorsport fans, Anderson concluded. 

 Dave Robson, chairman of the Scottish Rally Championship, added: We are delighted to welcome ARR Craib as title sponsor for the coming season. Transport and logistics go hand in hand with rallying and continually prove to be successful partners.

Robson continued: Over 500 competitors, officials and supporters attended our recent Awards Ceremony in Aberdeen, demonstrating the strength of the championship and its popularity. Eddie Anderson clearly shares that enthusiasm and we look forward to working with him and his team to take the series forward through an exciting year.

The 2013 MSA Scottish Rally Championship is scheduled to start with the Snowman Rally in Inverness on 16th February.

Source: SportsPro.