USA Bobsled and Skeleton ally with water company Mananalu to replace plastic with Aluminium cans

USA Bobsled and Skeleton (USABS), the official national governing body for bobsled and skeleton in the United States has declared it has agreed to ally with Mananalu water.

The USABS desire the partnership with Mananalu will support to reduce single-use plastic, with the water company using recyclable aluminium cans.

The company say that nine per cent of all plastic ever produced has been recycled.

By offering water in an aluminium can, it is claimed each can stands for one less plastic bottle polluting our oceans around the world.

Jason Momoa, the American actor, best known for his role as Aquaman, founded the canned water company

David Cuthbert, Managing director, Mananalu, said: “We thank the USABS for standing for a better future by committing to help reduce single-use plastic.”

"We are excited to keep the team hydrated while they chase gold. Mananalu is proud to partner with the US Bobsled and Skeleton teams. The teamwork they demonstrate in their pursuit of excellence is an inspiration to us all."

Furthermore, Mananalu announced it will provide financial support to the team in addition to products for USABS athletes, with the company shipping water to bobsled and skeleton athletes competing in Europe.

Support will also be delivered to athletes racing in international and national competitions. The partnership is due to run until June 2022.

Michelle Knous, USABS Director of partner and sponsorship development, said: "Mananalu's commitment to our team is crystal clear. Not only are they providing a valuable and essential product to our athletes, but they understand the financial needs of our athletes.”

"We hope that others will be inspired by USABS commitment and will choose aluminium over plastic."