AZIMUT YACHTS ANNOUNCED AS NEW PARTNER FOR E1 TEAM MIAMI
Team Miami, powered by Magnus, Partners with Azimut Yachts for the Inaugural E1 Season
Monaco (July 22, 2024)
E1 Team Miami, powered by Magnus, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Azimut Yachts for the remainder of the inaugural season of the UIM E1 World Championship. This significant collaboration will make its debut at the prestigious Monaco race at the end of July, symbolizing a union between leaders in marine excellence, sustainability, and innovation.
E1 is the world’s first electric powerboat championship, designed to offer thrilling races in iconic urban and coastal venues while promoting sustainability and innovation in marine propulsion. Team Miami, which recently secured a victory in Spain and currently leads the championship race, is powered by revolutionary electric engines that promise a new era of maritime competition.
Azimut Yachts, a world-renowned manufacturer of avant-garde yachts renowned for their commitment to sustainability, aligns perfectly with Team Miami’s mission. With its unequalled Low-Emissions fleet, Azimut is dedicated to reducing its environmental impact through pioneering techniques in yacht manufacturing, developing cutting-edge solutions for naval architecture, adopting innovative propulsion systems, and using eco-friendly materials.
With a significant presence in several E1 destinations, including a Grande Boutique in Monaco, Azimut brings a shared ethos of always pursuing innovation and performance to this partnership..
Jad Zakkak Migliorini, Azimut Head of Sales Europe and Marketing Director, comments ”Collaboration with partners who share our values is vital to us. The brand’s purpose of ‘dare to amaze’ pervades Azimut’s activities, and we believe that today, more than ever, the challenge is to combine a passion for performance, innovation, and glamorous technology with commitment to sustainability. Keeping the promise of amazement, which is in Azimut’s DNA. E1 does this in the greatest possible way, and we are thrilled to be Team Miami’s partner”.
Robert Jakobi, CEO and co-founder of E1 Team Miami, powered by Magnus, commented, “The partnership between Azimut Yachts and Team Miami is extremely exciting. Both brands are at the forefront of their industries, pushing the boundaries of technology, luxury, and environmental stewardship. With Azimut Yachts, we are not just elevating our brand presence globally; we are also emphasizing our commitment to sustainability. It reflects our vision for a greener future in marine sports and luxury yachting. We are excited to embark on this journey together, enhancing the race experience for our fans and introducing them to the unparalleled elegance and eco-consciousness of Azimut Yachts.”
Fans of Team Miami and luxury yachting can look forward to exclusive events and experiences, showcasing the best of electric powerboat racing and yacht craftsmanship. As the teams prepare for the next race in Monaco, this partnership sets the stage for a thrilling continuation of the E1 championship, combining high-speed competition with unparalleled style and environmental consciousness.
This dynamic partnership was facilitated by Joshua Goldstein of Courtside Sports Advisors, who played a pivotal role in uniting these two prestigious entities under a common vision of innovation and excellence.
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, organised 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 recognised 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 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/
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