Carlisle United have announced a THIRD kit sponsorship deal with another local firm.

The Blues have confirmed that Carlisle-based Bimson Haulage will have their logo on the back of the team's shirts in the 2021/22 season.

It is the latest commercial tie-up United have agreed for their new strips, after previous deals with main shirt sponsor Thomas Graham and shorts sponsor Kitchen Rebels.

Bimson haulage's logo will be displayed above the numbers and name lettering on the back of players' shirts.

United's commercial manager Jenny Anderson said the club were "delighted" to have the company on board.

“The conversations we had were extremely positive from the outset and it was clear that they had a real desire to work with us," she said.

"That was fantastic for us to see, and we can’t overstate how important relationships like this are to the football club.

“We’re delighted that another strong local brand will be featuring on our first team playing kit and we’re looking forward to watching our partnership blossom through what we hope will be a successful campaign.”

John Bimson from Bimson Haulage added in the club statement: “We are very proud to be able to get behind the club in this manner.

“As a family-owned and managed business we know how important it is to forge strong partnerships within the local community and it’s fantastic for us to be able to get behind Carlisle United in this way.

“We are keen supporters of local projects and also have a real interest in Carlisle United. We know what it means to the region when the team is doing well, so it will be exciting for us to see the lads take to the pitch with the Bimson logo displayed on their shirts as we show our support for the club."

Bimson Haulage are based at Durranhill Industrial Estate in Carlisle and also have sites in London and the west Midlands.