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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Bayern announce long-term partnership with global airline
Bayern Munich have secured a major new commercial partner, announcing a long-term sponsorship deal with Dubai-based airline Emirates on Wednesday. The agreement, which runs for seven years until the end of the 2031/32 season, marks a significant return to the Bundesliga for the global airline. The partnership will primarily feature prominent Emirates branding on perimeter advertising boards at Bayern's Allianz Arena during all Bundesliga home matches. The collaboration will also include joint digital and social media campaigns aimed at a global audience. Bayern's deputy chairman, Michael Diederich, highlighted the deal's importance for the club's financial stability and international growth. 'FC Bayern also needs financial planning security to achieve its sporting goals, so Emirates is an ideal fit for our club's family of partners,' Diederich said in a statement. 'It will also help us that Emirates connects football fans around the world and can support FC Bayern in its internationalisation plans.' For Emirates, the deal represents a strategic re-entry into German club football, having previously sponsored Hamburger SV from 2006 to 2012. 'We are immensely proud to partner with FC Bayern – Germany's most iconic football club and a true global sporting giant,' said Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline. 'This landmark partnership represents far more than a commercial agreement; it embodies our deep commitment to Germany, which stands as a cornerstone of our European network,' he added. The partnership adds another of Europe's elite clubs to Emirates' extensive football sponsorship portfolio, which includes long-standing associations with Real Madrid, Arsenal, AC Milan, and Benfica. Read more – See more – Follow The Football Faithful on Social Media: | | | |
Dubai Eye
5 days ago
- Business
- Dubai Eye
Emirates signs landmark partnership with FC Bayern Munich
Emirates has signed a seven-year partnership with 34-time Bundesliga champions FC Bayern Munchen, positioning the airline as Platinum Partner of the German club's first team from the 2025-26 season through to the 2031-32 season. The multi-year partnership provides Emirates with prominent brand visibility on perimeter stadium and LED boards seen by global audiences as well as two premium pitch cam carpets. The football club has a global fanbase of more than 140 million people, enjoying strong brand recognition rooted in a unique Bavarian identity. FC Bayern also enjoys a robust club membership of 410,000. It also has fanclubs spanning more than 100 countries, reflecting its massive international appeal. The agreement also includes exclusive ticket and hospitality allocations, plus a dedicated Emirates skybox at the club's home stadium, Allianz Arena. Additionally, Emirates will have access to FC Bayern Munich's collective player images. The airline's branding will also feature prominently in Club TV backdrops during press conferences, flash zone interviews and other public and digital events. Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline said: "By aligning ourselves with this legendary sporting institution, we're forging a connection to the Club's rich heritage and its extraordinarily passionate community. Few forces match sport's remarkable capacity to unite hearts and minds across cultures and continents, and we look forward to building meaningful relationships with millions of devoted FC Bayern fans around the world, while celebrating excellence, a value that defines both Emirates and FC Bayern.' Michael Diederich, Deputy Chairman of FC Bayern, commented: 'FC Bayern is very pleased to have gained a strong and shining partner in Emirates, which has been a committed supporter of football in Europe for decades. FC Bayern also needs financial planning security to achieve its sporting goals, so Emirates is an ideal fit for our club's family of partners. It will also help us that Emirates connects football fans around the world and can support FC Bayern in its internationalisation plans." This new partnership also marks Emirates' official return to the German football league. With the club's fanbase rapidly expanding in key markets across Asia and the US.
Al Etihad
5 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
Emirates embarks on major partnership with FC Bayern Munich
6 Aug 2025 12:05 DUBAI (ALETIHAD)Emirates has entered a landmark seven-year partnership with FC Bayern Munich, 34-time Bundesliga champions and six-time UEFA Champions League titleholders. The agreement positions Emirates as Platinum Partner of FC Bayern Munich's first team from the 2025-26 season through to the 2031-32 football powerhouse is one of the most widely supported and respected clubs worldwide, with a highly engaged global fanbase of more than 140 million people, enjoying strong brand recognition rooted in a unique Bavarian identity. FC Bayern also enjoys a robust club membership of 410,000, one of the largest in the football world, demonstrating deep community support and engagement. It also has fan clubs spanning more than 100 countries, reflecting its massive international multi-year partnership provides Emirates with prominent brand visibility on the perimeter stadium and LED boards seen by global audiences, as well as two premium pitch cam carpets. The agreement also includes exclusive ticket and hospitality allocations, plus a dedicated Emirates skybox at the club's home stadium, Allianz Arena. Additionally, Emirates will have access to FC Bayern Munich's collective player images. The airline's branding will also feature prominently in Club TV backdrops during press conferences, flash zone interviews and other public and digital Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, said: "We are immensely proud to partner with FC Bayern—Germany's most iconic football club and a true global sporting giant. This landmark partnership represents far more than a commercial agreement; it embodies our deep commitment to Germany, which stands as a cornerstone of our European network. By aligning ourselves with this legendary sporting institution, we're forging a connection to the Club's rich heritage and its extraordinarily passionate forces match sport's remarkable capacity to unite hearts and minds across cultures and continents, and we look forward to building meaningful relationships with millions of devoted FC Bayern fans around the world, while celebrating excellence, a value that defines both Emirates and FC Bayern.'Michael Diederich, Deputy Chairman of FC Bayern, commented: 'FC Bayern is very pleased to have gained a strong and shining partner in Emirates, which has been a committed supporter of football in Europe for decades. FC Bayern also needs financial planning security to achieve its sporting goals, so Emirates is an ideal fit for our club's family of partners. It will also help us that Emirates connects football fans around the world and can support FC Bayern in its internationalisation plans."This new partnership also marks Emirates' official return to the German football league. With the club's fanbase rapidly expanding in key markets across Asia and the US, Emirates is perfectly positioned to strengthen that connection through its extensive global network and world-class remains one of the most celebrated sports within Emirates' portfolio, exemplified through prestigious partnerships with global football clubs and premier tournaments. The airline's 'Fly Better' logo features on the football jerseys of leading European clubs like Real Madrid, Arsenal FC, AC Milan, Benfica SL and Olympique Lyonnais, in addition to naming rights to Arsenal's Emirates Stadium. Emirates' logo will also feature on the back of Al Ain FC's First Team's Training Shirt throughout the 2025/2026 season. Emirates has also been the Title Partner of The FA Cup for almost a decade, known as The Emirates FA Cup, the oldest and biggest domestic football tournament in the world. In its home base of the UAE, the airline supports the UAE Pro League.
Hi Dubai
5 days ago
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Airshow 2025 Unveils Futuristic Conference Programme to Shape Global Aerospace
Dubai Airshow 2025 has unveiled the agenda for its forward-looking conference programme, running from 17th to 21st November at Dubai World Central. Featuring over 350 global experts and 90+ hours of content across 12 dedicated tracks, the event aims to drive innovation across aviation, space, and defence sectors. New additions for this year include specialised tracks on smarter MRO, AI in airline and airport operations, cybersecurity challenges, next-gen airport technologies, workforce inclusion, and a pioneering 'Future Flight: Powered by Women' programme in collaboration with IAWA. Dubai Airports will host the Airport & Airline Keynote Track for the first time, with leaders like Paul Griffiths, Sir Tim Clark, and Tony Douglas sharing insight on global aviation trends and connectivity. Vista will return to showcase startups, and the new Academy Stage will spotlight cyber risk, next-gen leadership, and inclusive innovation. The UAE Space Agency's Space Conference will focus on orbital sustainability and innovation, while the Sustainability Track dives into net-zero aviation goals. Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) also takes centre stage, featuring cutting-edge technologies and global collaborations, including Archer Aviation's expected flight demo. The Dubai Airshow 2025 conference sets the stage for a decade of progress, with real-time insights, interactive experiences, and a bold vision for the future of mobility. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Gulf Today
6 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
Dubai Airshow launches future-facing conference programme
Dubai Airshow 2025 has announced the agenda for its accompanying conference programme, designed to stimulate ideas, address industry transformations, and accelerate progress across the aviation, space, and defence sectors. The conference will take place from November 17th to 21st at the Dubai Airshow Site within Dubai World Central, featuring over 350 expert speakers who will deliver more than 90 hours of live content across 12 dedicated tracks. To meet the pace of transformation, the 2025 edition adds six new tracks covering smarter maintenance and turnaround strategies, digital breakthroughs in airline and airport operations, emerging challenges in cybersecurity, the latest in airport technologies, inclusive workforce development, and a dedicated 'Future Flight: Powered by Women' programme, created in collaboration with the International Aviation Women's Association (IAWA). Dubai Airshow 2025 isn't just built for content; it is built for connection. This year's experience goes beyond the stage, with immersive technology demonstrations, high-energy startup pitches, and personal boardroom-style discussions. The newly launched Academy Stage brings timely, relevant conversations to the heart of the show, while Vista returns to amplify the voices of emerging innovators and disruptors. Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, said, 'Dubai Airshow 2025 will bring together global aviation leaders at a time when our industry is redefining the way people and economies connect. As hosts of the Airport and Airline Keynotes, Dubai Airports is proud to contribute to developing a vision for a future that is built on innovation, sustainability, and new models of global connectivity. This gathering in Dubai provides a platform to chart bold ambitions and forge the partnerships that will help write the next chapter of air travel worldwide.' For the first time, Dubai Airports will host the Airport & Airline Keynote Track, spotlighting some of the most influential leaders in global aviation. Attendees can hear from Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports; Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline; Tony Douglas, CEO of Riyadh Air; and others as they share insight on air traffic growth, digital transformation, airport strategies, and new approaches to aviation safety. Ivan Bassato, Chief Aviation Officer at Aeroporti di Roma, said, 'The Dubai Airshow is a premier global stage for aerospace innovation, and we are proud to showcase Aeroporti di Roma's vision in such an exceptional setting. Recognised internationally for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, ADR continues to lead the transformation of the aviation sector. At the heart of our presence will be Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), where our subsidiary UrbanV stands as a global leader in vertiport development. Dubai, a symbol of excellence in both airport infrastructure and airline operations, is also emerging as a global pioneer in AAM. We are ready to contribute to this revolution, bringing our expertise in safely and efficiently integrating new forms of mobility into the urban airspace.' The UAE Space Agency returns with a two-day Space conference, this time with a sharper focus on sustainability, security and innovation in orbit. Expect bold conversations on space advancements that's changing how we live, work and connect - plus fresh opportunities in the growing downstream sector. Brian Cobb, Chief Innovation Officer at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), said, 'From the heartland of America to the flight paths around the world, Dubai Airshow is a launchpad for partnerships that fuel economic growth and transform global connectivity. We're honoured to showcase and share CVG's prowess in evolving passenger experience, advancing airport technologies, leveraging sustainability, and accelerating Advanced Air Mobility. CVG is leaning into the future for lasting economic goodness at global scale.' Alongside it, our two-day Sustainability track dives into the future of greener skies- from cutting-edge aircraft and cleaner fuels to the policies that support building a net zero future for aviation. 'The Dubai Airshow 2025 conference is a vital platform for ideas and innovations that will define the next decade and beyond of aviation, space and defence,' said Timothy Hawes, Managing Director of Informa Markets. 'We are proud to bring together the world's most influential industry voices to explore the opportunities ahead, and to solidify the UAE's leading position as a global hub for the aerospace and defence industry.' The inaugural MRO track goes deep into fresh technology, evolving business models, and growth opportunities-giving attendees practical strategies they can apply right away. At the Academy Stage, the spotlight turns to vital themes like cyber risk, tech innovation, and workforce inclusivity. The 'NextGen Leaders' series opens the floor to students and young professionals ready to shape the next chapter of aerospace. WAM
