Sponsor Spotlight: Qi An Xin Joins Beijing 2022

Also: Snickers teaming up with Beijing 2022; three heavyweights bidding to supply kits for Paris 2024.

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(ATR) Qi An Xin, one of the largest Chinese cybersecurity enterprises, joins Beijing 2022 as the Official Cyber Security Service and Anti-Virus Software Sponsor.

Previously providing cybersecurity services for a host of major events, Qi An Xin will work closely with Beijing 2022 to develop custom cybersecurity solutions along with ensuring the cybersecurity of the Games. According to Wu Yunkun, Qi An Xin President, it's 7,000 personnel will ensure the cyber operation of the Games without incident.

During a press conference held in Shougang Park, Vice President and Secretary General of Beijing 2022 Han Zirong expressed hope for Qi An Xin to create a heavy-duty cybersecurity shield for better success of the Games.

In addition, Snickers has joined Beijing 2022 as the official chocolate supplier.

A Mars Wrigley brand, Snickers was previously the exclusive chocolate provider for Beijing 2008.

As of December 2019 a total of 10 Beijing 2022 partners have been signed along with seven official sponsors.

"Together with Beijing 2022, Snickers will help engage millions of people in winter sports and bring joy and happiness to their life", said Li Dou, One Demand General Manager of Mars Wrigley China.

Heavyweights Vie for Paris 2024 Kit Rights

The Paris 2024 organizing committee apparently has a good choice of suitors to supply various kits for the upcoming Summer Games.

Nike, Lacoste, and Le Coq Sportif are among a list of "at least three" bidders, according to L’Equipe.

Paris 2024 has divided the kit supply rights into three packages. The first includes clothing worn by the French team at the opening and closing ceremonies and medal ceremonies. The second is the competition kit for the various French Olympic and Paralympic teams at both Beijing 2022 and Paris 2024. The third is supplying Paris 2024 staff, volunteers and referees.

A decision by Paris 2024 is expected by the end of March.

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Written by Greer Wilsonand Gerard Farek

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