Strengthened partnership: Odlo and Swiss-Ski sign long-term renewal to 2032

(December 15th, Hünenberg, CH) – Odlo and Swiss-Ski are pleased to announce an early extension of their successful outfitting partnership, securing an additional five years of collaboration from May 1, 2027 through April 30, 2032. The renewal has been secured 18 months ahead of the previous contract’s end date, underscoring the strength of a long-standing relationship built on technical excellence, long-term trust and a shared passion for inspiring Nordic performance at the highest level. The agreement, signed on Friday, December 12th at the FIS Cross-Country World Cup in Davos, marks an important milestone in the partnership’s continued evolution.

Under the renewed agreement, Odlo will continue to equip more than seventy Swiss-Ski Nordic athletes – across cross-country skiing, Nordic combined, biathlon and ski jumping – along with their coaches and support teams, providing high-performance base layers, on-snow competition apparel and training wear.

For Odlo, continuing the partnership represents both a commitment to performance innovation and a belief in the value of working directly with athletes competing at the highest level – a natural extension of the brand’s 80-year history in Nordic sports. “We are immensely proud to continue our journey with Swiss-Ski. Knowing we will work closely together well into the next decade gives our teams clarity and inspiration as we keep driving apparel innovation forward,” reflected Daniel Eppler, CEO of Odlo. “Supporting these athletes – and learning from them – is fundamental to what makes Odlo who we are, and we hope that together we can inspire more people to get out there and experience the beauty of the sport.”

Swiss-Ski echoes this sentiment. The partnership has long relied on a close exchange between equipment experts, coaches and athletes, ensuring that performance needs are met in every detail. “We are delighted to extend our partnership with Odlo. Their dedication to quality and innovation, combined with a deep understanding of the demands our athletes face, makes them an invaluable partner,” said Silvan Nideröst, Head of Equipment at Swiss-Ski and Managing Director of the Swiss Ski Pool. “Securing this agreement early reflects our strong mutual confidence and ensures that our teams can continue relying on equipment that meets the highest standards,” added Nideröst.

Pictured from left to right: Daniel Eppler, CEO, Odlo; Ramon Kaelin, Senior Sports Business Manager, Odlo; Janne Van der Laan, CMO, Odlo; Diego Züger, Co-CEO, Swiss-Ski, Silvan Nideröst, Head of Equipment at Swiss-Ski and Managing Director Swiss Ski Pool.

For the athletes themselves, the extended agreement provides reassurance and a sense of pride. “It means a lot to know that Odlo will remain by our side for a long time to come. As athletes, we feel the difference when our kit performs – it gives us confidence in every training session and race,” remarked Swiss-Ski Biathlete and Odlo ambassador Aita Gasparin. “Having Odlo’s continued support and being able to contribute to the development of future products, is something I’m really proud to be part of.”

Together, Odlo and Swiss-Ski will continue building on their collaborative approach, from product development and high-performance testing to shared technical insights. The early renewal signals a clear belief in the partnership’s long-term potential and in the role that high-performance apparel plays in supporting competitive success.

As the World Cup season continues, Odlo wishes all Swiss-Ski athletes the very best in their upcoming events and looks forward with excitement to supporting the team on the road to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.