Category Archives: Sports

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Eindhoven University of Technology marks 70 years with Curiosity Connects Lustrum Week in October

Close-up of TU/e rector magnificus wearing an anniversary scarf and ceremonial medallion

TU/e welcomes students, staff, alumni and regional visitors to nine days of science, culture and celebrations, starting with 700 runners at Marathon Eindhoven. IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) will celebrate its 70th anniversary with Lustrum Week from … Read the full press release →

PUMA confirms ANTA Sports as largest shareholder following acquisition of 29.06% stake from Artémis

Glass skybridge and modern buildings at PUMA headquarters in Herzogenaurach

PUMA says it will remain independently managed as ANTA Sports begins its role as leading shareholder and the company thanks former shareholder Artémis IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs PUMA has confirmed that ANTA Sports Products Limited is its largest shareholder following the … Read the full press release →

Cape Town selected to host SportAccord Convention in 2028

Speakers on stage at a SportAccord event with a screen announcing Cape Town, South Africa, as the host of SportAccord Convention 2028.

The 20th edition of the SportAccord Convention will be staged in South Africa for the first time, bringing the global sports community to Cape Town. IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs SportAccord has announced that Cape Town, South Africa, will host the 20th … Read the full press release →

Bentley Motors appoints Mats Hummels as European brand ambassador for two-year partnership

Mats Hummels standing beside a dark Bentley Continental GT in a parking structure.

Former football professional will support Bentley’s brand presence across German-speaking markets and is set to drive a new Continental GT Speed. IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs Bentley Motors has appointed former football professional Mats Hummels as a European brand ambassador under a … Read the full press release →

Uganda Tourism Board and embassy launch Swiss tourism campaign with Champions Hockey League

Two ice hockey players compete for the puck beside rink advertising promoting Uganda as the Pearl of Africa.

The one-year partnership for the 2026/27 season will use European club ice hockey to showcase Uganda’s tourism offering to audiences across Switzerland. IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs The Embassy of Uganda to the Swiss Confederation and the Uganda Tourism Board have concluded … Read the full press release →

Pirelli selects SCQ SCX and SC0 compounds for WorldSBK Estoril Round

Pirelli graphic showing the Circuito Estoril layout and tyre compounds for the Estoril Round

Riders will have Pirelli’s softest rear options for the Portuguese weekend as the championship returns to the low-grip Circuito Estoril. IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs Pirelli has selected the softest compounds in its range for the Estoril Round of the 2026 FIM … Read the full press release →

Pirelli to debut F0515 soft rear Moto2 tyre at Indonesia’s Mandalika circuit

Pirelli Moto2 tyre development image for the Indonesian Grand Prix

New specification combines the SC0 compound with a redesigned structure aimed at greater stability and more consistent performance under severe thermal stress IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs Pirelli will introduce its new F0515 soft rear development tyre for Moto2™ at the Grand … Read the full press release →

HPE to Power 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor with Self-Driving Network and AI-Driven Operations

HPE and Ryder Cup 2027 Worldwide Supplier branding alongside the Ryder Cup trophy on a golf course.

Worldwide Supplier will deploy Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and an expanded Connected Intelligence Center to support real-time tournament operations, staff, systems and fan experiences in Ireland. IN BRIEFKEY TAKEAWAYSFAQs HPE will return as a Worldwide Supplier of the 2027 Ryder Cup … Read the full press release →

Burberry Celebrates 170 Years with Global ‘The Anniversary Portraits’ Campaign Featuring 170 Individuals Across London, New York, Seoul and Shanghai

(IN BRIEF) Burberry has launched “170: The Anniversary Portraits,” a global campaign celebrating 170 years of the British fashion house through its signature outerwear. Photographed by Jack Day and accompanied by a film directed by Hector Aponysus, the project features … Read the full press release →

Standard Chartered Introduces ‘Move Ahead’ as New Global Expression of Its International Network and Expertise

(IN BRIEF) Standard Chartered has launched “Move Ahead,” a new global brand campaign inspired by its Formula 1® partnership and focused on the idea that success comes from sustained preparation, precision and the ability to act at the right moment. … Read the full press release →

Papendal Deploys Eneco-Managed 315 kW Battery to Optimise Solar Energy, Reduce Grid Peaks and Support Flexible Energy Use

(IN BRIEF) Papendal Olympic Training Centre has commissioned a 315 kW iwell battery under its strategic partnership with Eneco, creating new capacity to store locally generated solar electricity, reduce demand peaks and participate in energy and flexibility markets. Eneco will … Read the full press release →

HBS Appoints Ronald den Hollander as CEO Effective 1 October 2026 Following Leadership Transition at Infront’s Host Broadcast Subsidiary

(IN BRIEF) HBS has appointed Ronald den Hollander as Chief Executive Officer effective 1 October 2026, succeeding Dan Miodownik following the completion of major 2026 sports broadcasting projects. Den Hollander currently serves as HBS Director of Broadcast Sites, Operations & … Read the full press release →

PUMA Appoints Steve Cecchini as Senior Vice President Sports Marketing to Lead Global Athlete, Team and Federation Partnerships

(IN BRIEF) PUMA has appointed Steve Cecchini as Senior Vice President Sports Marketing, effective 1 October 2026, with responsibility for developing the company’s global sports marketing organization and managing strategic relationships with athletes, teams and federations. Cecchini will report directly … Read the full press release →

Hexagon Future Skills Challenge Invites Global Participants to Test Transferable Digital Abilities for Manufacturing and Engineering Careers

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence Business Area and Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing have launched the 2026 Future Skills Challenge, a global online competition intended to identify people whose gaming, analytical and digital abilities could translate into advanced manufacturing and … Read the full press release →

Pirelli Introduces New F0749 Moto2™ Front Tyre at Misano as Development Programme Targets Greater Stability and Improved Braking Performance

(IN BRIEF) Pirelli will introduce the new F0749 Moto2™ front tyre at the San Marino and the Rimini Riviera Grand Prix in Misano, continuing a front tyre development programme that began with the E1089 specification at Aragón. The F0749 uses … Read the full press release →

Eni and BWT Alpine Formula One Team Expand Partnership With HVO Biofuel Logistics Initiative

(IN BRIEF) BWT Alpine Formula One Team will use HVOlution, Enilive’s HVO diesel biofuel produced from 100% renewable raw materials, to power its logistics vehicles during European rounds of the FIA Formula One World Championship. The initiative is part of … Read the full press release →

German Humanoid Robotics Team B-Human Wins Two Titles at World Humanoid Robot Games

(IN BRIEF) B-Human, the joint humanoid robotics team of the University of Bremen and the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI), has won two Humanoid Soccer League titles at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The Bremen team … Read the full press release →

FC Bayern Munich and Viessmann Bring Sustainable Climate Solutions Into Sports Sponsorship

(IN BRIEF) Viessmann Climate Solutions and FC Bayern Munich have launched “Home Advantage,” a new campaign that uses humour, football storytelling and the emotional appeal of sport to highlight the role of modern climate solutions at the Allianz Arena, where … Read the full press release →

Co-op Expands Support for Special Olympics GB Through National Summer Games Sponsorship

(IN BRIEF) Co-op and Co-op Media Network have been named official sponsors of the Special Olympics GB National Summer Games 2026, alongside Headline Partner Coca-Cola, supporting the country’s largest inclusive multi-sport event of the year. The Games will bring together … Read the full press release →

Continental Launches Wider Aero 111 Tire for Comfort and Aerodynamic Performance

(IN BRIEF) Continental has expanded its Aero 111 road tire range with a new 32mm variant designed for challenging road conditions, long-distance comfort and aerodynamic performance. Developed with Swiss Side and DT Swiss, the front-wheel-specific tire uses a patented tread … Read the full press release →

Accenture Partnership to Strengthen Salford City FC Fan Engagement and Global Reach

(IN BRIEF) Accenture and Salford City Football Club have announced a multi-year strategic partnership that will use technology, data, AI and digital innovation to support the club’s operational reinvention, supporter engagement and long-term growth locally and internationally. Accenture will help … Read the full press release →

SPORT BILD Award Returns to Hamburg’s Fish Auction Hall on August 31

(IN BRIEF) Esther Sedlaczek will host the SPORT BILD Award for the first time on 31 August 2026 at Hamburg’s historic Fish Auction Hall, where around 700 guests from sports, media, business and society are expected to attend. The award … Read the full press release →

Škoda Design Creates Green Crystal Trophy for Tour de France Femmes Points Winner

(IN BRIEF) Lorena Wiebes won the points classification at the fifth Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift and received the green crystal trophy created by Škoda Design. Demi Vollering claimed overall victory in the race, which concluded with Stage 9 … Read the full press release →

39th Swiss Juggling Convention Comes to Tesserete, Ticino, August 21-23, 2026

(IN BRIEF) The 39th Swiss Juggling Convention (SJC 2026) will take place from 21 to 23 August 2026 in Tesserete, Ticino, bringing Switzerland’s largest annual gathering dedicated to juggling and circus arts back to the Italian-speaking canton for the third … Read the full press release →

La 39ª Swiss Juggling Convention arriva a Tesserete, Ticino, 21-23 agosto 2026

(NOTIZIA IN BREVE) La 39ª Swiss Juggling Convention (SJC 2026), il più grande raduno annuale svizzero dedicato alla giocoleria e alle arti circensi, si terrà dal 21 al 23 agosto 2026 a Tesserete, nel canton Ticino, con ingresso gratuito e … Read the full press release →

Axel Springer Expands Digital Sports Portfolio With Investments in Futez and Marquee

(IN BRIEF) Axel Springer is expanding its digital sports portfolio through investments in two international platforms: Futez, a Brazilian football fan app, and Marquee, an Israeli AI platform for professional sports decision-making. Axel Springer has acquired a majority stake in … Read the full press release →

Continental Gives Mountain Bike Riders More Setup Flexibility With Expanded Gravity Range

(IN BRIEF) Continental has expanded its Gravity mountain bike tyre range with 13 new tyre combinations designed for aggressive trail riding, enduro racing and downhill use. The new combinations cover four tread patterns: Argotal, Kryptotal Front, Kryptotal Rear and Xynotal. … Read the full press release →

KPN Strengthens Sports TV Offering With ESPN, Goal Alerts and Flexible Combivoordeel Benefits

(IN BRIEF) KPN has signed a new multi-year agreement with ESPN and will keep ESPN available free of charge for eligible customers through Combivoordeel. The company said customers who do not watch football will not automatically pay for it, while … Read the full press release →

FC Internazionale Milano Names BBVA Official Sleeve Partner Across Men’s, Women’s and Legends Teams

(IN BRIEF) BBVA and FC Internazionale Milano have announced a new partnership designed to create new experiences for customers and football fans through innovation, technology and digital engagement. As part of the agreement, BBVA becomes the Official Sleeve Partner of … Read the full press release →

Škoda Auto Marks 23rd Year as Official Main Partner of the Tour de France

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto supported the 113th Tour de France as Official Main Partner for the 23rd time, continuing a partnership that began in 2004. Škoda Design created new crystal trophies inspired by the brand’s Modern Solid design language for … Read the full press release →

EQT Becomes Official Private Markets Partner of Emirates GBR SailGP Team Through 2030

(IN BRIEF) EQT has entered a multi-year global partnership with the Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, becoming the team’s official private markets partner through 2030. The agreement includes prominent EQT branding on the team’s F50 race boat, as well as … Read the full press release →

UniCredit and Scuderia Ferrari HP Create Personalised Digital Experience for Motorsport Fans

(IN BRIEF) UniCredit has launched UniCredit Unlimited Racing Team, an interactive digital experience developed through its multi-year partnership with Scuderia Ferrari HP. The platform allows fans to explore the world of Formula 1 through racing-inspired scenarios and discover which motorsport … Read the full press release →

EE and Netflix Bring Immersive Entertainment Experience to London and the West Midlands

(IN BRIEF) EE and Netflix have launched an immersive sensory booth at the flagship EE Studio in Westfield, White City, allowing shoppers to step inside Netflix-inspired thriller, comedy and sports worlds. The experience highlights Netflix content available through EE TV, … Read the full press release →

JOST Showcases Truck Technology and Motorsport Partnerships at Truck Grand Prix 2026

(IN BRIEF) JOST reported a successful presence at the Truck Grand Prix 2026 at the Nürburgring, where it showcased truck and trailer technologies, engaged with customers and supported truck racing driver Sascha Lenz. The event, held from 10 to 12 … Read the full press release →

Hexagon Measurement Technology Helps FIM Improve Fairness and Traceability in Motorcycle Racing

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon and the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme have entered a multi-year partnership to modernise motorcycle racing measurement, homologation and compliance checks for the FIM Superbike World Championship. FIM technical assessors are now using Hexagon’s Absolute Arm 7-Axis portable … Read the full press release →

EE and Netflix Partner on Summer Campaign Showcasing Flexible Entertainment Through EE TV

(IN BRIEF) EE has launched EE TV: The Ultimate Flex, a new campaign showing how households can adjust their EE TV packages to include Netflix and access entertainment, comedy, crime drama, sport documentaries and live sports content. The campaign focuses … Read the full press release →

Aviva Arena Preview Highlights Transformation of Historic Brabazon Hangars Into Major Live Events Destination

(IN BRIEF) Aviva has released a stop-motion film giving audiences an early look at the future Aviva Arena in Bristol, a 20,000-capacity live entertainment venue expected to open in late 2028. The film uses a hand-crafted scale model made in … Read the full press release →

H&M MOVE Introduces Outdoor Activewear Range With Cooling Layers, Sculpting Support and Trail-Ready Accessories

(IN BRIEF) H&M MOVE is launching a new summer running and hiking collection for women, designed for outdoor movement such as trail running, mountain hiking and long days spent exploring in changing weather conditions. The collection focuses on lightweight layers, … Read the full press release →

Special Olympics USA Games Technology Delivery Strengthens Atos Partnership Ahead of Paris Unified Football World Cup

(IN BRIEF) Atos has completed the delivery of digital and competition-management services for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, supporting event operations, athlete administration, credentialing, timing and scoring integration, results distribution, infrastructure and security. The work forms part of Atos’s … Read the full press release →