As the exclusive Official BWF Global Airline Partner from 2025, Etihad will be present at prestigious BWF World Tour events as well as the BWF World Tour Finals, BWF World Championships, BWF Sudirman Cup Finals and BWF Thomas and Uber Cup Finals.
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Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways, said: “We are excited to welcome the Badminton World Federation to our global sports sponsorship portfolio. Badminton’s growing popularity around the world, and in particular across Asia, aligns perfectly with Etihad’s expanding network as we prepare to welcome 13 new destinations in 2025.
“Our partnership with Etihad Airways marks a significant milestone for BWF as we align with a global leader in air travel,” said Thomas Lund, BWF Secretary General. “Badminton’s global reach continues to grow, particularly in Asia, where it is a cherished sport and Etihad’s extensive network in the region and beyond creates an excellent synergy with our goals. Together, we aim to elevate the sport’s visibility, engage fans worldwide and deliver unforgettable experiences at our premier tournaments.
As part of this partnership, Etihad will engage with fans of the popular sport at 21 tournaments taking place across 14 countries. Etihad will bring elements of its world-renowned Emirati hospitality and engaging experiences to fans attending the key tournaments. In addition, Etihad will create engaging digital content to connect with the wider global badminton community.
Etihad Airways and the BWF will celebrate their new partnership at a special event on 10 January in Kuala Lumpur, during the first tournament of the BWF World Tour Season, the PETRONAS Malaysia Open 2025.
This strategic collaboration solidifies Etihad’s commitment to Asia, where it serves 28 cities with seven additional destinations launching in 2025 including Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Krabi, Medan, Phnom Penh and Taipei.