Etihad named official airline of UAE Wrestling Federation

Etihad Airways has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the UAE Wrestling Federation, designating it as the federation's official airline and strategic partner. The agreement was inked during the Arabian Travel Market at Dubai World Trade Centre.

Under the terms of the memorandum, Etihad will lend its support to the federation's athlete development programs, as well as contribute to expanding fan engagement via competitions and digital platforms. Moreover, the airline will secure naming rights to the federation's primary training center.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Sheikh Hamdan bin Saeed bin Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Secretary-General of the UAE Wrestling Federation, and Mr Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer of Etihad Airways. Sheikh Hamdan expressed his optimism about the collaboration, stating, "With Etihad, we look forward to expanding areas of cooperation and creating new opportunities that support our athletes and national teams, as well as their participation in various championships and events."

Arik De, for his part, expressed pride in the endeavor, adding, "This collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting the UAE’s sporting ambitions and the athletes who represent our nation on the international stage...we look forward to sharing their stories with audiences around the world."

This partnership marks the latest in a series of sponsorship ties between UAE national carriers and local sports federations, aimed at strengthening the bond between national institutions and bolstering the growth of the sports sector. The agreement reiterates the UAE's position as a premier destination for sports and major international events.