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Straits Times
09-07-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Uber named official rideshare, delivery partner for Los Angeles Games
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox FILE PHOTO: Uber signage is posted at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, California, U.S. July 10, 2022. REUTERS/David Swanson/File Photo LOS ANGELES - Uber will serve as the official rideshare and on-demand delivery partner of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, as well as Team USA, organisers announced on Wednesday. The partnership will see Uber deploy its mobility platform to design, implement and optimise rideshare operations across the Los Angeles area It will offer transport options including cars, bikes and scooters to help athletes, officials and spectators navigate the city during the Games. Uber Eats, the company's food delivery division, will provide on-demand meal delivery to athletes in the Olympic and Paralympic Village, with plans to introduce mobile ordering at select venues for spectators. "We're honored to partner with LA28 and Team USA," Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said in a statement. "It's a tremendous privilege for us to help people from across the globe move around LA and offer on-demand delivery to the Olympic and Paralympic Village." LA28 Chairperson Casey Wasserman said Uber's commitment to innovation and seamless service aligns with the Games' vision to deliver an "unparalleled" experience. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. World Trump's ambassador nominee to Singapore Anjani Sinha has a rough day at Senate hearing Singapore Singapore to hire more than 1,000 new educators annually in the next few years, up from 700 Singapore COE prices rise for all categories Singapore Govt watching job situation for fresh graduates closely, exploring further support: Gan Siow Huang Singapore Man who killed cats by throwing them off HDB blocks has jail term doubled to 27 months Singapore $43k fine for undischarged bankrupt doctor who failed to disclose assets worth over $4m Singapore Female primary school teacher charged over alleged sex acts with underage male student Singapore People working in air-conditioned spaces prefer 24 deg C and warmer: Survey As part of the agreement, Uber will also support NBCUniversal's coverage of the LA28 Games as well as the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, including new ways to share athlete stories and competitions. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The partnership marks Uber as the eighth new sponsor revealed this year for the LA28 Games, and organisers said the deal reflects LA28's ambition to stage the most technologically advanced Olympics to date. Last month LA28 named Japanese automaker Honda as its automotive partner after announcing Archer Aviation as its air-taxi provider and appointing data cloud analytics company Snowflake as its data collaboration provider. LA28's roughly $7 billion budget will be paid for with money from the International Olympic Committee and IOC sponsors as well as domestic partnerships, ticket sales, licensing, merchandise sales and other revenues. The LA28 Games will mark Los Angeles' third time hosting the Olympics and its first time hosting the Paralympic Games. The Games will take place from July 14-30, 2028, and the Paralympic Games from August 15-27, 2028. REUTERS
NBC Sports
09-07-2025
- Business
- NBC Sports
UBER PARTNERS WITH THE LA28 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES AND TEAM USA AS THE OFFICIAL RIDESHARE AND ON-DEMAND DELIVERY PARTNER TO HELP GAMES STAKEHOLDERS GO ANYWHERE AND GET ANYTHING
Uber Will Help Keep Los Angeles Moving and Deliver to the Olympic and Paralympic Village During the World's Greatest Sporting Competition Uber Also Will Partner with NBCUniversal to Support its Coverage of the Milano-Cortina 2026 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games NEW YORK (July 9, 2025) – Uber (NYSE: UBER), the world's leading mobility and delivery platform, is proud to announce it will be the official rideshare and on-demand delivery partner of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games, as well as Team USA. This exciting partnership marks a significant step in facilitating smooth transportation and delivery services during two of the world's most celebrated sporting events. In this pivotal role, Uber will deploy its advanced mobility solutions to design, implement and optimize rideshare operations across Los Angeles to help stakeholders navigate the city effortlessly. With venues spread across the city and beyond, Uber will lend its expertise to LA28 and its transportation partners providing tech capabilities, operational best practices, and a strategic network of pickup and drop-off locations to support a seamless and multi-modal mobility experience across the greater LA region. As the world's largest food delivery service operating across six continents, Uber Eats will power the Olympic and Paralympic Village's on-demand delivery program, delivering to athletes during their stay. LA28 plans to feature Uber Eats mobile ordering within-venue at select locations, enhancing the spectator experience. 'We're honored to partner with LA28 and Team USA. It's a tremendous privilege for us to help people from across the globe move around LA and offer on-demand delivery to the Olympic and Paralympic Village,' said Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber. 'The drivers, couriers and merchants who will show up for visitors and locals are the backbone who make the partnership come together. The Olympic and Paralympic Games are a true celebration of the human spirit, and we're incredibly proud to be LA28's trusted partner.' 'Mobility is at the heart of what makes the Olympic and Paralympic Games extraordinary, connecting athletes to venues, fans to experiences and our global community across LA,' said LA28 Chairperson and President Casey Wasserman. 'Uber's commitment to innovation and seamless service aligns with our vision to deliver an unparalleled Games experience that showcases the very best of what our city and these athletes represent.' LA28 is committed to hosting a transit-first Games, and Uber will provide comprehensive rideshare solutions including cars, bikes, and scooters to support multi-modal journeys to and from LA28 venues and mobility hubs. As part of the partnership, Uber will support NBCUniversal's multi-platform coverage of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 and the LA28 Games. Together, Uber and NBCUniversal will bring athlete stories and the competitions of the Milan Cortina and Los Angeles Games to life in new and exciting ways. 'With its leadership in tech and innovation, Uber embodies the spirit of the Olympics, making them the perfect partner for the upcoming Games' said Mark Marshall, Chairman, Global Advertising and Partnerships, NBCUniversal. 'As we prepare to showcase the incredible athletes competing in Milan Cortina and Los Angeles, we look forward to collaborating with Uber throughout our extensive coverage and highlighting the seamless mobility experience they'll provide during the Games.' ABOUT LA28 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES The LA28 Games will mark Los Angeles' third time hosting the Olympic Games, previously hosting in 1984 and 1932, and first time to host the Paralympic Games. Los Angeles will host the world's most elite athletes in 2028 as it welcomes Paralympians and Olympians from around the world to compete on the biggest stage in sports. The LA28 Games are independently operated by a privately funded, nonprofit organization, with revenue from corporate partners, licensing agreements, hospitality and ticketing programs, and a significant contribution from the International Olympic Committee. ABOUT UBER Uber's mission is to create opportunity through movement. The company started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 61 billion trips later, we're building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities. ABOUT TEAM USA Team USA is the world's largest and most diverse team of athletes from across the United States who compete at the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games. The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, founded in 1894, serves as the National Olympic Committee and National Paralympic Committee for the United States and is responsible for protecting, supporting and empowering Team USA athletes. For more information, visit ABOUT NBCUNIVERSAL NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information. ###
Business Wire
09-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Uber Partners with the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games and Team USA as the Official Rideshare and On-Demand Delivery Partner to Help Games Stakeholders Go Anywhere and Get Anything
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Uber (NYSE: UBER), the world's leading mobility and delivery platform, is proud to announce it will be the official rideshare and on-demand delivery partner of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games, as well as Team USA. This exciting partnership marks a significant step in facilitating smooth transportation and delivery services during two of the world's most celebrated sporting events. In this pivotal role, Uber will deploy its advanced mobility solutions to design, implement and optimize rideshare operations across Los Angeles to help stakeholders navigate the city effortlessly. With venues spread across the city and beyond, Uber will lend its expertise to LA28 and its transportation partners providing tech capabilities, operational best practices, and a strategic network of pickup and drop-off locations to support a seamless and multi-modal mobility experience across the greater LA region. As the world's largest food delivery service operating across six continents, Uber Eats will power the Olympic and Paralympic Village's on-demand delivery program, delivering to athletes during their stay. LA28 plans to feature Uber Eats mobile ordering within-venue at select locations, enhancing the spectator experience. 'We're honored to partner with LA28 and Team USA. It's a tremendous privilege for us to help people from across the globe move around LA and offer on-demand delivery to the Olympic and Paralympic Village,' said Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber. 'The drivers, couriers and merchants who will show up for visitors and locals are the backbone who make the partnership come together. The Olympic and Paralympic Games are a true celebration of the human spirit, and we're incredibly proud to be LA28's trusted partner.' 'Mobility is at the heart of what makes the Olympic and Paralympic Games extraordinary, connecting athletes to venues, fans to experiences and our global community across LA,' said LA28 Chairperson and President Casey Wasserman. 'Uber's commitment to innovation and seamless service aligns with our vision to deliver an unparalleled Games experience that showcases the very best of what our city and these athletes represent.' LA28 is committed to hosting a transit-first Games, and Uber will provide comprehensive rideshare solutions including cars, bikes, and scooters to support multi-modal journeys to and from LA28 venues and mobility hubs. As part of the partnership, Uber will support NBCUniversal's multi-platform coverage of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 and the LA28 Games. Together, Uber and NBCUniversal will bring athlete stories and the competitions of the Milano Cortina and Los Angeles Games to life in new and exciting ways. 'With its leadership in tech and innovation, Uber embodies the spirit of the Olympics, making them the perfect partner for the upcoming Games,' said Mark Marshall, Chairman, Global Advertising and Partnerships, NBCUniversal. 'As we prepare to showcase the incredible athletes competing in Milano Cortina and Los Angeles, we look forward to collaborating with Uber throughout our extensive coverage and highlighting the seamless mobility experience they'll provide during the Games.' About LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games The LA28 Games will mark Los Angeles' third time hosting the Olympic Games, previously hosting in 1984 and 1932, and first time to host the Paralympic Games. Los Angeles will host the world's most elite athletes in 2028 as it welcomes Paralympians and Olympians from around the world to compete on the biggest stage in sports. The LA28 Games are independently operated by a privately funded, nonprofit organization, with revenue from corporate partners, licensing agreements, hospitality and ticketing programs, and a significant contribution from the International Olympic Committee. About Uber Uber's mission is to create opportunity through movement. The company started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 61 billion trips later, we're building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities. About Team USA Team USA is the world's largest and most diverse team of athletes from across the United States who compete at the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games. The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, founded in 1894, serves as the National Olympic Committee and National Paralympic Committee for the United States and is responsible for protecting, supporting and empowering Team USA athletes. For more information, visit About NBC Universal NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit for more information.
Fashion Network
13-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Louis Vuitton to dress Real Madrid for off-field action
has announced a partnership to dress Real Madrid in off-field action, uniting luxury's largest label with the most successful football club in Europe. Vuitton will provide the formal wear and formal travel wear collections for Real's men's and women's soccer teams, as well as the men's basketball team. For the first time, the Maison is placing its tailoring at the service of athletes whose sporting exploits resonate far beyond the stadiums, celebrating the quest for excellence and self-improvement that unite the brand and top-level sport, Vuitton said in a statement. Founded in 1902, Real is the most decorated professional football team in the world, and holder of a record 15 Champions League titles, the continent's most prestigious soccer competition. However, Real comes off an unsuccessful season, where it failed to win any of the four competitions it entered. The Madrid club also saw its record-holding coach Carlo Ancelotti depart last month to become coach of Brazil — the most successful national team in history. As a partner of mega sporting events, from the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games to the Formula 1® World Championship, Vuitton has been highly active in the world of elite sports by manufacturing original trophy trunks that accompany the winners of prestigious international competitions. Vuitton succeeds the house Versace, which had started dressing Real off-field in 2013, despite the fact Donatella Versace is a committed fan of Inter Milan. However, by dressing all of Real's representatives during their travels and major events, this new collaboration underlines the French brand's motto: 'La Victoire Voyage en Louis Vuitton' (Victory travels in Louis Vuitton). "Real Madrid is constantly pushing the boundaries of excellence and innovation. This energy echoes that of Louis Vuitton. This wardrobe has been designed to share that spirit, offering a style that evokes determination, strength and elegance. Real Madrid and Louis Vuitton share common values that motivate our respective actions, making this partnership even stronger," said Pharrell Williams, men's creative director. The formal wardrobe includes ready-to-wear, footwear and accessories that will be worn at official club events. The wardrobe highlights the house's tailoring art, with refined details such as the VVN leather label, an emblematic leather borrowed from Louis Vuitton trunks to illustrate the expertise of the workshops, embossed with the Louis Vuitton signature and sewn onto the lapel of jackets and the back pocket of pants. The ready-to-wear collection features a series of characterful accessories, including a leather belt with LV palladium buckle, an embroidered cotton navy cap and the LV Soft shoe. "We are proud to accompany a club whose history is marked by countless victories at national and international levels and which continues to inspire entire generations. Louis Vuitton and Real Madrid share founding values that have taken them to the very top of their sport, propelled by a relentless quest for excellence, a spirit of innovation and self-improvement,' stressed Pietro Beccari, chairman and CEO of Louis Vuitton. A collection of made-to-measure travel items completes the wardrobe. It includes the Horizon 55 cabin suitcase, the iconic Keepall and the Christopher backpack, as well as travel accessories such as a toiletry bag and a passport cover. Each piece is dressed in the iconic Monogram canvas and embellished with white and gold stripes in the club's colors. The initials 'RM' represent an original design created as part of the Mon Monogram personalization service offered to the Maison's customers. Emilio Butragueño, the former striker for Real Madrid, known as El Buitre (The Vulture) for his ability to poach goals, who is now director of institutional relations, commented: "At Real Madrid, we are convinced that excellence is the key to staying at the top. Louis Vuitton, an emblematic French brand, is also driven by this quest for excellence. We have both managed to remain timeless references, and we share not only the responsibility of building a legacy, but also that of inspiring beyond our respective spheres." The exclusive Louis Vuitton x Real Madrid formal wear and formal travel wear collections are not available for sale. However, certain emblematic Louis Vuitton models and the Mon Monogram personalization service can be found in stores and on the website.
Fashion Network
13-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Louis Vuitton to dress Real Madrid for off-field action
has announced a partnership to dress Real Madrid in off-field action, uniting luxury's largest label with the most successful football club in Europe. Vuitton will provide the formal wear and formal travel wear collections for Real's men's and women's soccer teams, as well as the men's basketball team. For the first time, the Maison is placing its tailoring at the service of athletes whose sporting exploits resonate far beyond the stadiums, celebrating the quest for excellence and self-improvement that unite the brand and top-level sport, Vuitton said in a statement. Founded in 1902, Real is the most decorated professional football team in the world, and holder of a record 15 Champions League titles, the continent's most prestigious soccer competition. However, Real comes off an unsuccessful season, where it failed to win any of the four competitions it entered. The Madrid club also saw its record-holding coach Carlo Ancelotti depart last month to become coach of Brazil — the most successful national team in history. As a partner of mega sporting events, from the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games to the Formula 1® World Championship, Vuitton has been highly active in the world of elite sports by manufacturing original trophy trunks that accompany the winners of prestigious international competitions. Vuitton succeeds the house Versace, which had started dressing Real off-field in 2013, despite the fact Donatella Versace is a committed fan of Inter Milan. However, by dressing all of Real's representatives during their travels and major events, this new collaboration underlines the French brand's motto: 'La Victoire Voyage en Louis Vuitton' (Victory travels in Louis Vuitton). "Real Madrid is constantly pushing the boundaries of excellence and innovation. This energy echoes that of Louis Vuitton. This wardrobe has been designed to share that spirit, offering a style that evokes determination, strength and elegance. Real Madrid and Louis Vuitton share common values that motivate our respective actions, making this partnership even stronger," said Pharrell Williams, men's creative director. The formal wardrobe includes ready-to-wear, footwear and accessories that will be worn at official club events. The wardrobe highlights the house's tailoring art, with refined details such as the VVN leather label, an emblematic leather borrowed from Louis Vuitton trunks to illustrate the expertise of the workshops, embossed with the Louis Vuitton signature and sewn onto the lapel of jackets and the back pocket of pants. The ready-to-wear collection features a series of characterful accessories, including a leather belt with LV palladium buckle, an embroidered cotton navy cap and the LV Soft shoe. "We are proud to accompany a club whose history is marked by countless victories at national and international levels and which continues to inspire entire generations. Louis Vuitton and Real Madrid share founding values that have taken them to the very top of their sport, propelled by a relentless quest for excellence, a spirit of innovation and self-improvement,' stressed Pietro Beccari, chairman and CEO of Louis Vuitton. A collection of made-to-measure travel items completes the wardrobe. It includes the Horizon 55 cabin suitcase, the iconic Keepall and the Christopher backpack, as well as travel accessories such as a toiletry bag and a passport cover. Each piece is dressed in the iconic Monogram canvas and embellished with white and gold stripes in the club's colors. The initials 'RM' represent an original design created as part of the Mon Monogram personalization service offered to the Maison's customers. Emilio Butragueño, the former striker for Real Madrid, known as El Buitre (The Vulture) for his ability to poach goals, who is now director of institutional relations, commented: "At Real Madrid, we are convinced that excellence is the key to staying at the top. Louis Vuitton, an emblematic French brand, is also driven by this quest for excellence. We have both managed to remain timeless references, and we share not only the responsibility of building a legacy, but also that of inspiring beyond our respective spheres." The exclusive Louis Vuitton x Real Madrid formal wear and formal travel wear collections are not available for sale. However, certain emblematic Louis Vuitton models and the Mon Monogram personalization service can be found in stores and on the website.
