Sichuan Airlines becomes Global Partner of The World Games 2025 Chengdu

Sichuan Airlines becomes Global Partner of The World Games 2025 Chengdu

published on 28 March

Chengdu, China - 28 March 2025 – The International World Games Association (IWGA) and The World Games 2025 Chengdu Executive Committee are proud to announce a landmark partnership with Sichuan Airlines, which joins as a Global Partner in the Aviation category.

This agreement, signed today in Chengdu, marks a significant collaboration in the lead-up to the highly anticipated multi-sport events to take place in Chengdu, China, from 7-17 August 2025.

As the exclusive aviation partner, Sichuan Airlines will provide key services such as discounted flights and air tickets for TWG 2025 participants. This partnership ensures world-class travel experiences for athletes, officials, and fans, reinforcing Chengdu’s position as a global sports hub. Sichuan Airlines will also cover two planes with TWG 2025 branding and offer in-flight entertainment to travellers, promoting TWG 2025 worldwide.

Sichuan Airlines joins Xtep (uniform category) as a Global Partner for TWG 2025.

IWGA President, José Perurena stated:

"We warmly welcome Sichuan Airlines to The World Games family. Their support will help make TWG 2025 a truly world-class event, bringing athletes and fans together from all corners of the globe. Sichuan Airlines’ wide network of connections will facilitate participants to travel to Chengdu and take part in what promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”

Mr. Li Yue, Chairman of Sichuan Airlines, expressed great enthusiasm for this cooperation:

"We are deeply honored to be the official aviation partner of The World Games 2025 Chengdu. As a leading airline at the international gateway of Western China, Sichuan Airlines will leverage this global platform to showcase the unique cultural charm to the world through distinctive services and products such as the Panda-themed cabin, Sichuan cuisine, and The World Games - themed painting aircraft. In line with the construction of Chengdu's international aviation hub, we will provide 'Intelligent Transfer' and fulfill our service commitment of 'Beautiful Sichuan Airlines, Sincere Accompaniment'. We are committed to creating a seamless travel experience for athletes and spectators from around the world and building a bridge for cultural exchange through the spirit of sports."

Chengdu ExCo representative, added:

"Sichuan Airlines’ involvement as a Global Partner strengthens the international reach of TWG 2025 Chengdu. Their expertise in aviation will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth and efficient transportation for this global event. We’re incredibly grateful to have them on-board.”

Sichuan Airlines will enjoy brand exclusivity across official venues, including the Opening and Closing Ceremonies, sports venues, and non-sports venues.

The World Games 2025 Chengdu will feature more than 5000 top-tier athletes from 100 countries competing in 34 sports, 60 disciplines et 225 medal events.

About Sichuan Airlines

Sichuan Airlines Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Sichuan Airlines”) is committed to the mission of “Beautiful Sichuan Airlines, Wonderful Travel” and upholds the vision of “Panda Route, Connecting the World.” With safety as the core value of its brand, Sichuan Airlines has achieved continuous safe operations for 36 years since its inception. Currently, it operates a fleet of over 200 all-Airbus aircraft, transporting more than 34 million passengers annually. Its route network covers Asia, Europe, North America, Oceania, and Africa.

As of now, Sichuan Airlines has continuously built a “five-in, five-out” flight wave structure. It has implemented differentiated strategies by region, category, and time slot to connect the domestic route network. It is gradually constructing four major international transit corridors via Chengdu, linking Europe and Africa with Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, and Oceania. The airline has successively launched routes to nearly 30 countries and regions, including Los Angeles, Vancouver, Melbourne, Sydney, Auckland, Moscow, Dubai, Cairo, Rome, Istanbul, and Southeast Asia, achieving connectivity with over 500 routes across all five continents. Sichuan Airlines provides global passengers with aviation services deeply infused with “Chinese elements and Sichuan flavors.” Its brand value has exceeded 90 billion.

With a nationwide layout and global operations, Sichuan Airlines uses the "Panda Route" to help more passengers and cargo reach destinations around the world.

The International World Games Association (IWGA) is a non-profit-making international sports organisation recognised and supported by the International Olympic Committee. The IWGA comprises 40 International Member Sports Federations. It administers and promotes The World Games (TWG), a multi-sport event held every four years that features around 35 sports on its programme. The next edition of TWG will be in Chengdu (CHN) from 7-17 August 2025. 5,000 participants from more than 100 countries are expected to take part in this 12th edition. The latest Games were hosted by Birmingham, Alabama (USA).

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