The Blues focus on performance with a platform built for growth
Success is built on team work. Anticipating changes, moving at speed and of course, developing trust in each other. As the Official Business Finance Partner of the Blues, we help them run their back office as effectively as they compete on the field.
The global game supported by a global financial platform
Supporting modern sports organisations like the Blues requires a future-forward finance partner to give them the advantage.
Airwallex is the global financial platform, built to modernise and streamline the club’s financial and commercial operations, reducing friction and financial admin.
We power Corporate Cards and Spend Management for players, coaches, and staff, simplifying team travel, accommodation, and day‑to‑day expenses, while giving the Blues real‑time visibility, control, and multi‑currency capability where needed.
For partners and suppliers, Airwallex tackles Bill Payments and FX, providing faster and more cost‑effective methods than traditional banking.
We offer a global financial platform built to meet the needs of a global club.
transfers arrive within the same day
currencies held in a single wallet
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A team built on grit, determination and an eye on the future
“With 2026 marking 30 years since the Blues’ inception and entry into Super Rugby, and 30 years of Blues fans, now is the perfect time to welcome Airwallex into the Blues family as our Official Business Finance Partner. They are a high‑performance, global business that shares our ambition to keep moving forward, for our players, our partners and our community. By bringing Airwallex into our financial operations, we’ll be able to run smarter off the field, reinvest more into performance on it, and create even better experiences for our members and fans across Aotearoa.”
Karl Budge
CEO Blues Rugby
“Rugby sits at the heart of Kiwi culture, and our partnership with the Blues reflects our commitment to backing New Zealand’s game and its businesses on the world stage. We’re proud to support the next generation of players and fans while helping high-performing organisations – and more Kiwi businesses — run more efficiently and scale globally through world-class financial infrastructure.”
Lowry Gladwell
New Zealand Lead Airwallex
Frequently asked questions
How can Airwallex help my business?
Airwallex is a leading financial platform building the future of global finance. We combine our proprietary infrastructure with software and AI to help businesses boost their growth, locally and globally. Designed to replace fragmented, legacy systems, Airwallex offers a unified platform where teams can manage global finances with speed, confidence, and precision. From multi-currency business accounts to Payments, Spend Management, and embedded financial products, we’re redefining global finance for modern businesses. Founded in Melbourne and trusted by over 200,000 businesses worldwide – including AS Colour, Xero, Halter, McLaren Racing, and Qantas. Airwallex is powering a new era of global finance without borders.
Who are the Blues?
Established in 1996, the Blues are one of the most successful and storied franchises in world rugby, representing a region that produces around one third of all registered players in New Zealand and is anchored in Auckland – home to New Zealand’s largest city and to the Airwallex NZ office. As winners of the inaugural Super Rugby championship, the Blues have a legacy of four men’s championship titles and two women’s championship titles, making them the second most successful club in Super Rugby history, with two world‑class teams competing in Super Rugby Pacific and Super Rugby Aupiki.
Driven by “Blue Pride”, a culture that celebrates inclusivity and diversity, the Blues have a proven history of developing strong partnerships with international brands and are committed to achieving great outcomes with partners and celebrating genuine win‑wins on and off the field.
How do I get access to Airwallex Spend and Expense Management?
Airwallex provides a range of Spend and Expense Management solutions to cater to the diverse requirements of our customers' businesses, such as Corporate Cards, Bill Pay, purchasing automation, reimbursements, and more.
Solve the spend headache for your business with Airwallex’s global spend management platform, powered by AI. Issue multi-currency Corporate Cards in 60+ markets, track employee spend and reimburse globally, save with like-for-like settlement in 20+ currencies, and simplify reporting with accounting integrations and approval flows.