A Wigan firm has unveiled a new truck honouring rugby league hero Sir Billy Boston
Wigan Warriors legend Sir Billy Boston praised a striking new wagon wrap created by a local firm, celebrating his illustrious career.
The bespoke wrap was created on a new vehicle for KHD Brokk Hire, which has a number of Warriors-themed trucks.
ENV Graphics and Signage, based in Hindley, has created four liveries for the firm, which specialises in robotic demolition and electrical plant hire, and said it was a privilege to bring the concept to life, celebrating Sir Billy’s enduring legacy.
The Welsh rugby league legend spent the best part of his career playing for Warriors and was recognised with a knighthood last year in King Charles III’s birthday honours
After seeing images of the truck, Sir Billy’s son got in contact with the firm and arranged for his dad to see it at the Cotton Works.
Sir Billy’s wife Joan said: “It’s brilliant.”
The reaction to the wagon has been overwhelmingly positive.
The team at KHD Brokk Hire revealed Sir Billy was “made up” when he saw the vehicle, adding that it was an honour to welcome him to the Cottons Works and celebrate his legacy.
National sales manager John Harding said: “We had a discussion because we've got four wagons on our fleet, all wrapped in Wigan Warriors, from men to women.
“When David [Turner, managing director] decided to get another wagon, we had a discussion and there was only one person that we could think of.
"We had to wrap him into Sir Billy, without a shadow of a doubt. We're proud of doing it.”
Mr Turner is a life-long Warriors supporter and first linked up with the club in 2023 through match sponsorships.
The company took a significant step forward by becoming a kit partner ahead of the 2024 season and, following another successful year of collaboration, the partnership has since expanded across five of the Warriors’ playing teams.
In September, the eye-catching Warriors-wrapped trucks became a focal point for fans during the Super League fixture against Leeds Rhinos at The Brick Community Stadium.
The vehicles played a key role in match-day promotion, with first team and women’s team players on hand for photographs and fan giveaways.