Emirates, AC Milan renew collaboration

 

Leading airline brand, Emirates and Italian football club brand, AC Milan have renewed their collaboration as the airline continues as Official Airline Partner and Principal Partner.

This partnership, which kicked off in 2007, represents one of the most respected and long-standing collaborations in world football

Emirates has been identified as strategic partner in the growth of the former Italian and European champions, generating value both on and off the pitch.

This bond has seen two iconic brands strengthen one another, enhancing their international prestige and becoming a bridge that unites fans and cultures under the banner of innovation, excellence and a global vision.

Emirates’ Dubai base and by extension the Middle East remains a strategic to the club’s future following the inauguration of Casa Milan Dubai, in 2003, which has strengthened their bond.

AC Milan

Speaking on the development, Chief Commercial Officer of AC Milan, Maikel Oettle, said: “The renewal of our partnership with Emirates stands as testimony to one of the most historic and admired collaborations in football, a shared journey that looks to the future with ambition and vision.

“Emirates will continue to stand by our side, helping us strengthen the Club’s solid foundations and, together, connect new generations of fans around the world while creating unique experiences that go far beyond the pitch.”

Emirates

Responding; President Emirates Airline, Sir Tim Clark, said: “We are thrilled to extend our partnership with AC Milan. This collaboration, built on shared values and a mutual commitment to excellence, has created unforgettable experiences for millions of fans worldwide.

“Our deep-rooted relationship with Italy makes this extension a natural next step, as we continue to connect Milan and other Italian cities to the world through Dubai, while bringing Rossoneri fans across our global network closer to their favourite club and players.”

Both international brands have long been connectors of cultures and communities, a shared vision that takes on special meaning in 2025 with the 25th anniversary of flights between Milan and Dubai: a route that has brought generations of Italians closer together while opening new opportunities for cultural and economic exchange.

Together, the two partners have created experiences that transcend the pitch, from memorable triumphs to special projects such as the Hall of Fame for the Club’s 125th anniversary. With this renewal, they reaffirm a commitment based on ambition and global vision, ready to write new chapters of shared growth.