Allianz Ireland, a leading insurance provider and part of the Allianz Group, has announced the renewal of its official partnership with the Olympic Federation of Ireland (OFI), the National Olympic Committee of Ireland.
This extended agreement signifies Allianz Ireland’s unwavering commitment to supporting Irish athletes on their journeys to future Olympic Games, culminating in Los Angeles 2028.
The initial partnership, formed in 2021, has proven highly successful. This renewal underscores Allianz Ireland’s dedication to the domestic and international Olympic movements. Through this extended agreement, Allianz Ireland will continue to provide essential resources and support, fueling Irish athletes’ quests for excellence on the world stage.
Commenting on the renewal, CEO of Allianz Ireland, Phillip Gronemeyer, said, “We are thrilled to announce the renewal of our partnership with the Olympic Federation of Ireland ahead of what will be an exciting period for Irish sport. Our partnership with Team Ireland embodies our commitment to Irish athletes, providing them the support they need to write their stories of success on the world stage as they strive for Olympic glory.”
CEO of the Olympic Federation of Ireland, Peter Sherrard, added, “We are delighted to extend this partnership with Allianz Ireland for a further four years and it is a testament to the shared values and vision that we both hold for Irish sport, that this partnership will continue to thrive. Allianz’s belief in our athletes and commitment to the Olympic Movement at both a global and local level is truly invaluable. This continued support will be crucial as we continue to work together to build towards a brighter future for Irish Olympians.”
Allianz ambassador, Rhasidat Adeleke, continued, “It’s great that Allianz has renewed with Team Ireland again for the next Olympic cycle, I’m especially thrilled as an Allianz ambassador. We know that sponsors are the backbone of the sport, and their support ensures that we can go to major Games with the comfort of knowing that we are competing on a level playing field, and can produce our best performance”.
This extended partnership promises to be a continued source of inspiration and empowerment for Irish athletes as they chase their Olympic dreams.
Headquartered in Munich, Germany, Allianz boasts over 130 years of experience in financial services. The company offers a comprehensive suite of insurance and asset management solutions, serving over 100 million customers globally. This partnership underscores Allianz’s longstanding commitment to sports sponsorships, including its successful, multi-decade partnership with Bayern Munich and the naming rights for the Allianz Arena. Furthermore, Allianz Australia remains the official insurance partner of Paralympics Australia and Football Australia (FA).
