FIS confirms five candidates for president ahead of 2026 Congress in Belgrade
FIS has confirmed five candidates for president and 24 for Council seats ahead of the 2026 Congress in Belgrade, where elections will take place.
FIS President Eliasch Reflects on IOC Presidential Bid and Future of Winter Sports
Johan Eliasch embraced his IOC presidential run as a platform to elevate winter sports and climate action, even as Kirsty Coventry made history as the first African and female IOC president-elect. From sustainability advocacy to global cooperation, both leaders signal a new era for the Olympic Movement.
Johan Eliasch, FIS President, Announces Bid for IOC Presidency
Johan Eliasch, president of the International Ski Federation (FIS), has officially announced his candidacy for the presidency of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Since taking charge of FIS in June 2021, Eliasch has led the organization through a period of transformation. On July 24, 2024, he earned a place as a member of the IOC. In a letter to IOC members, Eliasch outlined his vision for the future of the organization and addressed the challenges ahead.
USSA to manage World Championship broadcast rights
In a deal with EUROVISION, USSA obtains the media rights to the 2015 and 2017 FIS Alpine and Nordic Ski World Championships.
FIS hopes World Snow Day will combat participation decline
The date for the third annual FIS World Snow Day has been set as Jan. 19, 2014.
