Emirates Team New Zealand has been ranked at #5 on the global Sports Technology Power List by The STA Group in the 2024 Sports Technology Annual Review. The report, which includes 100 of the world’s top sports organizations, recognizes the influence and impact of technology in sports. Leading the rankings are the NBA, McLaren Formula 1 team, Apple, and AWS. Emirates Team New Zealand’s CEO Grant Dalton expressed pride in the recognition, emphasizing the team’s focus on technology and innovation.
The team’s recent achievements include designing hydrogen-powered foiling chase boats, setting a wind-powered land speed record, creating the AC40 class, launching an AC Sailing E-Sports Game, and winning the America’s Cup with the AC75 ‘Taihoro.’ The report’s contributors are experts in the sports industry who analyze the impact of technology. Rebecca Hopkins, CEO of The STA Group, praised Emirates Team New Zealand for their groundbreaking innovation and impact on sports technology, stating that they are redefining the future of the sport.
Being featured on the Sports Technology Power List is a significant accomplishment that highlights the team’s commitment to technological advancements in sailing and beyond. The rankings were determined through a rigorous process combining AI-powered analysis, expert insights, and a distinguished jury’s final verdict. Emirates Team New Zealand’s top five ranking solidifies their position as one of the leading brands shaping the future of sports innovation.
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