AZIMUT YACHTS EXTENDS PARTNERSHIP WITH E1 TEAM MIAMI FOR SEASON 2 OF THE E1 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Miami, FL — Azimut and E1 Team Miami, powered by Magnus, are thrilled to announce the extension of its partnership with Azimut Yachts for the 2025 season of the UIM E1 World Championship. Building on the success of their collaboration in 2024, this extended partnership reaffirms both brands’ shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and performance excellence in the world of electric marine sports.
Azimut Yachts, renowned for its luxurious and environmentally conscious designs, will continue as the official partner of E1 Team Miami as the team enters its second season of the world’s first all-electric powerboat championship. This extended partnership will further enhance the race experience for fans while reinforcing the critical importance of sustainable marine solutions and cutting-edge technology in the sport of electric racing. In 2025, Azimut will elevate the excitement of the E1 races by bringing its iconic yachts to the forefront, even offering some fans an exclusive and unparalleled vantage point to enjoy the races.
Since their debut partnership at the Monaco Grand Prix in 2024, Azimut and Team Miami have built a close working relationship. Under the leadership of six-time world champion Erik Stark and eight-time national champion Anna Glennon, Team Miami has established itself as a dominant force in the E1 Championship standings. Azimut’s world-class craftsmanship, combined with its innovative Low-Emissions fleet offering four distinct levels of electrification (ranging from Mild to Full Hybrid), aligns seamlessly with Team Miami’s mission to lead the charge in sustainable maritime competition. As the team continues to push the boundaries of electric racing, this partnership is poised to further elevate the sport’s global profile.
Robert Jakobi, CEO and co-founder of E1 Team Miami, powered by Magnus, notes: “We are delighted to have renewed our partnership with Azimut Yachts for the 2025 Season. Both Azimut Yachts and Team Miami share so many synergies, pushing the boundaries of technology, luxury, and environmental stewardship. We are excited to continue working together, enhancing the race experience for our fans and introducing them to the unparalleled elegance, luxury and eco-consciousness of Azimut Yachts.”
Jad Zakkak Migliorini, Chief Marketing Officer at Azimut Yachts, stated: “At Azimut, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in luxury yachting while embracing environmentally conscious solutions, and this partnership exemplifies our shared commitment to this vision. As the E1 Championship paves the way for the future of electric marine sports, we are proud to stand alongside Team Miami, supporting their mission to inspire a more sustainable future for our oceans”.
In addition to the high-speed thrills and groundbreaking electric boat technologies, fans can look forward to the highly anticipated E1 Miami GP, which will serve as the thrilling season finale for the 2025 UIM E1 World Championship. Set for November 7th & 8th, 2025, the race will take place on Virginia Key, adjacent to the legendary Miami Marine Stadium, a historic venue known as the spiritual home of American powerboating. Opened in 1963, the stadium was the first purpose-built facility for powerboat racing in the U.S., hosting iconic events such as the Orange Bowl Regatta and the Bill Muncey Invitational.
The E1 Miami GP will bring world-class electric boat racing back to this iconic venue while also playing a pivotal role in revitalizing the stadium and advancing restoration efforts for the surrounding area. The event will be promoted by Magnus in partnership with E1, offering an unforgettable experience for fans and further cementing the partnership’s dedication to sustainable motorsports and luxury yachting, as Azimut will also take part in the event, bringing the brand’s glamorous lifestyle and avant-garde vessels to the forefront
This extension was facilitated by Joshua Goldstein of Courtside Sports Advisors, who has been instrumental in creating impactful partnerships within both the sports and luxury sectors.
ABOUT AZIMUT YACHTS
Azimut, founded by Paolo Vitelli in 1969 and part of the Azimut|Benetti Group, offers owners around the world a wide range of motor yachts from 42 to 125 feet in length, organized in seven series (Verve, Atlantis, Magellano, Fly, S, Grande and Seadeck). The brand stands out for the spirit of innovation that puts it at the forefront of trends and solutions in technology and design recognized throughout the world of yachting. The path pursued over the years has reconciled steady growth with an entrepreneurial philosophy focused on the major issues raised by environmental and social sustainability. With headquarters in Avigliana (Turin), Azimut Yachts has five production facilities in Italy (Avigliana, Fano, Viareggio, Savona and Varazze) and one in Brazil, in Itajai, and a presence in 80 countries through a network of sales and customer service centres and representative offices in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Fort Lauderdale and Itajai.
For more information: azimutyachts.com
ABOUT E1 TEAM MIAMI
E1 Team Miami, powered by Magnus, proudly stands as Miami’s premier electric race boat team. Co-owned by the iconic singer Marc Anthony, Team Miami is poised to revolutionize the racing scene. The team’s two pilots include 6-time powerboat World Champion Erik Stark from Sweden and the accomplished 8-time National Champion professional watercraft (Jet Ski) racer Anna Glennon from the United States.
While Marc Anthony is no stranger to the sports arena, serving as a minority owner of the Miami Dolphins, his foray into water-based racing marks a thrilling new chapter in his sports ventures. As one of the 9 celebrity owners in the championship, Anthony, alongside his company Magnus, will not only own the team but also take the lead in hosting the 2025 E1 Miami GP. The event promises a dynamic experience, featuring electrifying races, the immersive Acceleration Festival, a vibrant Fan Village, and star-studded live concerts. This venture underscores Marc Anthony’s commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering unparalleled entertainment in the world of racing.
More information on E1 Team Miami can be found at www.e1teammiami.com and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
About Magnus
Founded in April 2015, MAGNUS has operating units that include an artist management company, digital content studios, a talent booking agency, a record label and a new business ventures division, all focused on leveraging the power and potential of Latin content creators in the U.S. and throughout the world.
The Magnus Ventures division has achieved remarkable success through a strategic collaboration with Beliv, a business unit of the CBC Group—a multinational beverage corporation founded in 1885 and operating extensively in Central America, the Caribbean, and South America—that has led to the groundbreaking development of OCA, a highly popular plant-based energy drink. Furthermore, a recent partnership with the E1 Championship has propelled Magnus into the dynamic world of electric sports racing, culminating in the proud ownership of the new E1 Team Miami by Magnus.
MAGNUS also represents a long list of artists, including music superstar Marc Anthony, urban genre stars Gente de Zona, singer/songwriter Fonseca, pop duos Bacilos, Luis Figueroa, Love of Lesbian, Paula Cendejas, Trueno, Villano Anitllano and radio personality Enrique Santos, among many others.
For more information on Magnus, visit: www.magnusmedia.com
ABOUT UIM E1 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
E1 is the world’s first and only all-electric raceboat championship sanctioned by the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM), which is the international governing body for all powerboating activities. The UIM E1 World Championship was established to create a new, exciting and competitive on-water racing platform based on electric technologies to protect and restore our urban waters and coastal areas.
The championship will see nine teams and 18 male and female pilots racing on the water in iconic cities around the world, with the US due to host a race in Season 2. The E1 pilots will navigate tight and technical circuits behind the wheel of the electric E1 raceboats. For the latest news and updates, please follow us at @E1Series on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok
ABOUT COURTSIDE SPORTS ADVISORS
Courtside Sports Advisors is a New York-Based sports marketing agency specializing in securing corporate sponsorships and partnerships for sports teams and events. With a strong focus on aligning brands with high-profile sports properties, Courtside Sports Advisors leverages its extensive network and marketing expertise to create impactful collaborations that drive brand visibility and engagement.
For more information: https://courtsidesa.com/