Emirates Team New Zealand has been recognized as a top player in the global sports technology world, ranking #5 on The STA Group’s Sports Technology Power List. The list, which includes 100 of the world’s top sports organizations, looks at the influence and impact of technology in all aspects of sports. The NBA, McLaren Formula 1 team, Apple, and AWS took the top spots, with Emirates Team New Zealand ranking ahead of 95 other major players.
Emirates Team New Zealand CEO Grant Dalton expressed pride in the team’s recognition for their technological innovations, highlighting their success in both sailing and technology. The team’s recent achievements include designing and implementing hydrogen-powered foiling chase boats, setting a new wind-powered land speed record, and developing an AC Sailing E-Sports Game. They also designed and built the America’s Cup winning AC75 ‘Taihoro.’
The report’s main contributors are experts in technology in the sports industry, engaging daily with tech companies, sports scientists, and athletes. Rebecca Hopkins, CEO of The STA Group, praised Emirates Team New Zealand’s top-five ranking, noting that the list is a guide to the brands shaping the future of sports innovation. The rankings were determined through a rigorous process that combined AI-powered analysis and expert insights.
Emirates Team New Zealand’s ranking reflects their groundbreaking innovation and impact on sports technology, redefining the future of sport. The team’s success in technological advancements has solidified their position as a key player in the global sports technology industry.
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