ZURICH: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on Tuesday that Visa, one of the world’s top financial services companies will remain in its ‘TOP’ programme of sponsors till 2032. It was in 1986 that Visa was one of the founding members of the programme, becoming its global sponsor in the process as well.
The firm will work with local organizing committees during the Games as well to ensure smooth and innovative digital payment transactions, much like what it did at the FIFA World Cup 2018 with record numbers to show.
Visa will also be its extending its support to the Paralympic Games in a similar capacity courtesy their IOC-IPC partnership deal.
IOC President Thomas Bach said: “We are particularly happy with this extension of our partnership because Visa is one of the founding members of our TOP Programme. Our partnership with Visa demonstrates a shared commitment to the legacy of the Olympic Games and the global Olympic Movement. Visa has always been a driving force for innovation on the world’s stage. On behalf of the IOC, the National Olympic Committees around the world, and the athletes themselves, I would like to thank Visa, its clients and partners for their commitment through to the 2032 Olympic Games.”
“Since 1986, Visa has brought the latest payment innovations and digital experiences to the Olympic Games, all while helping athletes in their quest to achieve greatness,” said Al Kelly, chief executive officer, Visa Inc.
“By continuing our support of the Olympic Movement and the Olympic Games through 2032, we will ensure the next generation of athletes, fans, cardholders and clients are able to get more out of their Olympic experience.”
