Italian-based REMO will supply the International Cycling Union’s (UCI) official uniforms.

The agreement was signed in Florence, Italy, by new UCI President Brian Cookson and the founder of REMO Martin Havik during the UCI Road World Championships. 

REMO (Recycle Movement) is a guarantee system for recycled products based in Holland. As the “Official UCI Uniform Partner” through until 2017, REMO will provide, through its guaranteed supply chain, the UCI with uniforms for officials working at events across all cycling disciplines and throughout the world. 

As well as being practical and comfortable, the new-look uniforms are made from re-cycled materials. The first ones will be delivered in March 2014. 

UCI Events and Marketing Director Gerrit Middag added: “The UCI is delighted by this new partnership with REMO. We are extremely sensitive to environmental issues and the fact that our officials will now be wearing guaranteed recycled clothing takes our commitment to the environment one step further,” he said. 

Mr Middag said it was particularly fitting that the REMO guarantee label was the brain child of a former professional cyclist, Martin Havik. 

Silvia Mariani, responsible for REMO communication concerning the new partnership, said she was delighted that the UCI had decided to join the REMO project: “Both REMO and the UCI are investing in the future for the next generations,” she said. “The UCI is taking care of its environmental image, and at the same time REMO will benefit from the international exposure of having its clothing worn at events throughout the world.” 

EFG International, the leading global private banking group, has announced it will return in 2014 as title sponsor for the fourth edition of the prestigious Sailing Arabia – The Tour, the Gulf region’s only annual long distance offshore sailing event organized by Oman Sail.

The event will again be known as “EFG Sailing Arabia – The Tour ” and with the dates set for 9 to 24 February 2014, the classic 15 day, 760 nautical mile Gulf coast challenge is officially on. Contested in identical Farr 30 one-design keelboats, it will feature calls at eight world class marinas in four nations, from Bahrain to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates with the finish in Oman’s beautiful capital city, Muscat.

The 2013 edition hosted top echelon international skippers who rated the regatta among the best in the world. They included Olympian and winning Volvo Ocean Race skipper Sidney Gavignet who was at the helm of the sponsor’s campaign entry EFG Bank (Monaco); British yachtswoman Dee Caffari, the first woman to sail single-handed and non-stop around the world in both directions as skipper of the all women entry Al-Thuyara Bank Muscat; Omani Mohsin Al Busaidi, the first Arab to sail non-stop around the world and rising star and skipper of Team Abu Dhabi, Adil Khaled, who competed in the 2008 Olympic Games, the 2011/12 Volvo Ocean race.

Keith Gapp, Head of Strategy and Marketing at EFG International, said that no persuasion was needed following this year’s highly successful debut sponsorship.

“EFG sponsors a number of high profile sporting events worldwide with sailing one of our focal points; and this event is unique among them. We fully endorse Oman Sail’s commitment to youth mentoring, training and the significant strides being made to reignite the rich maritime heritage of the Gulf region.”

Welcoming the announcement David Graham, Oman Sail CEO said the continued commitment of a global sponsor like EFG International confirmed the premier status of the Tour.

“It provides a solid base for the staging of a bigger, better and even more exciting event next year with a high calibre entry from 10 to 12 of the sport’s best regional and international teams supported by the world’s most prestigious brands.”

Graham said key to the success of the event was how sponsors had recognised Sailing Arabia-The Tour as a high quality platform to present their brands and communicate with their audience. Likewise it provided a stage for the Gulf nations to showcase their countries and unique tourism potential.

“In just three years the event has established the Middle East as an exceptional international yacht racing destination with unbeatable sailing conditions, local talent grown from centuries of sailing heritage and the chance to experience a fascinating mix of ancient traditions and modern sophistication.”

American footwear manufacturer New Balance announced the signing of a multi-year sponsorship deal with the IAAF Gold Label Rome Marathon.

The company will serve as the official athletic footwear and apparel sponsor starting with the 20th anniversary Maratona di Roma, order which will be held on Sunday March 23rd 2014.

“New Balance is thrilled to become the official footwear and apparel sponsor of the Maratona di Roma, Italy’s leading marathon with global appeal and status,” said Alan Hed, Executive Vice President International at New Balance. “New Balance stands as one of the fastest growing global athletic brands and this celebrated marathon will allow us to continue expanding our international presence in running and highlight our innovative footwear and apparel as we look to support athletes of all abilities”.

As the official footwear and apparel sponsor of the Maratona di Roma, New Balance will showcase their performance running collection at the Marathon Sport Expo and as the exclusive merchandiser of the race New Balance will be offering a new line of Maratona di Roma official running gear including the New Balance – Maratona di Roma special edition running shoe to mark the sponsorship arrangement.

Race officials and volunteer staff will be outfitted in New Balance products and the company will co-ordinate regional retail promotions and advertising activities around the race. The new line Maratona di Roma official New Balance gear will be available on-site at the Marathon Sport Expo, at retail and on-line.

“We are thrilled to welcome New Balance as a sponsor. It is a unique match: one of the world’s most enduring running brands associated with the Eternal City.” Observed Enrico Castrucci, President of the Maratona di Roma.

Center Parcs have announced they have extended their partnership with BADMINTON England, allergist supporting the prestigious National Schools Championships for another two years.

Soon to be in its sixth year, viagra pharmacy the Center Parcs National Schools Championships is one of the biggest school sports events in the UK and the largest schools badminton tournament in Europe. The 2012/13 championships was the most successful to date with over 31, diagnosis 000 children taking part in a vibrant and exciting competition, culminating in the finals hosted at Center Parcs Sherwood Forest.

Adrian Christy, Chief Executive of BADMINTON England, said: “Our partnership with Center Parcs goes from strength to strength. The Center Parcs National Schools Badminton Championships continues to be one of the biggest, and most respected, school badminton competitions anywhere in the world.

“We are also grateful for Center Parcs’ continued support and look forward to seeing even more young people taking part in the National Schools Championships over the next two years. Together we are giving more children and young people the opportunity to compete, get active and have fun.”

Center Parcs CEO, Martin Dalby, said: “Center Parcs is proud to continue its partnership with BADMINTON England. Our commitment to school sport at grassroots level is extremely important so it’s fantastic to be able to continue supporting the National Schools Championships, welcoming even more young badminton players onto our courts.”

Granola bar manufacturers Bear Naked have announced they have tied mogul skier Hannah Kearney and slopestyle snowboarder Chas Guldemond to an endorsement deal. 

Olympic hopefuls Hannah and Chas will represent the brand on their journey to the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games, including Team USA’s Road To Sochi events.

Fueled by Bear Naked granola and cookies, Chas and Hannah are taking their experiences to the next level this winter and inspiring others to do the same. With Chas and Hannah, Bear Naked will challenge snow lovers, powder hounds and adventurers to “One Up” their winter antics by sharing pics and videos online with the #OneUpIt challenge hashtag.

“I’m stoked to team up with Bear Naked as I work toward my first Olympic Games,” said Chas Guldemond, slopestyle snowboarder and 2014 Olympic hopeful. “Bear Naked Fit Triple Berry Crunch and Bear Naked Peak Protein granola are my go-to snacks when fueling up for long days on the mountain.”

“I eat Bear Naked granola when I need energy—plus I love that the granola has all natural ingredients that I can see,” said Hannah Kearney, mogul freestyle skier.

“Chas and Hannah are ideal partners for us,” said John King, Bear Naked marketing director. “They know that eating natural ingredients, like those in Bear Naked granola, can fuel their epic winter adventures.”