Dubai Duty Free sign up for XCAT action

Hot on the heels of the announcement of a Main Sponsor for the XCAT World Series, event organisers, the World Professional Powerboating Association (WPPA) have signed yet another partner, Dubai Duty Free.

This latest announcement sees the leading airport retailer coming on board as sponsor for the action-packed powerboating Series. This is a particularly significant step given the Series’ recent expansion into the international market, with the next race scheduled for Italy at the end of next month.

Dubai Duty Free have long been a champion of sporting events, sponsoring the Dubai Desert Classic and the Dubai World Cup among others, and of course as owners and organisers of the ever-popular Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.

“We are thrilled to have Dubai Duty Free on board,” said WPPA Vice President Dr. Khalid Al Zahed. “Theirs is one of the great success stories of Dubai and it is fantastic to be associated with such a thriving brand. We have no doubt this will be a truly mutually beneficial partnership as the XCAT World Series goes from strength to strength with an exciting year ahead of us.”

“We are proud to be one of the main sponsors of XCAT World Series. Powerboat racing is one marine sport with a very strong following in the region, as it reflects part of UAE’s rich culture, history and location,” said Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman of Dubai Duty Free.