World Triathlon and Europe Triathlon have officially signed a new four-year development agreement, spanning from 2025 to 2028 and coinciding with the Los Angeles Olympic Quadrennial. This comprehensive agreement, championed by World Triathlon President Antonio F. Arimany, and Europe Triathlon President, Marc D’hooge, aims to strategically advance triathlon and Para triathlon across the European continent.

Development remains at the heart of Europe Triathlon’s mission to drive inclusive growth, sporting excellence, and sustainability across the continent. Europe Triathlon is committed to ensuring that every European National Federation, regardless of its size or stage of development, has the tools, opportunities, and support to grow and strengthen the triathlon community.

The new strategy sets out a clear mission, four strategic pillars, and a results-driven action plan. It prioritises access, equity, quality education, sustainability, and accountability, drawing on insights from past cycles, Europe Triathlon’s long-term strategic plan, and the World Triathlon Development Framework. 

The four strategic pillars of the contract are:

•  Expand Access to Triathlon. Provide clear and structured participation pathways in triathlon and multisport for underrepresented groups, developing regions, and emerging National Federations, including Para athletes.

• Strengthen National Federation Capacity. Support National Federations with tailored governance, leadership, and education programmes, enabling them to become self-sufficient and sustainably managed.

• Develop the Next Generation. Foster the growth of young athletes, coaches, and technical officials through accessible camps, high-quality education, and meaningful international experiences.

• Grow Para triathlon. Increase participation, technical quality, and visibility of Para triathlon through dedicated development activities and targeted federation support.

The complete Europe Triathlon Development Strategy 2025-2028 can be found in the signed World Triathlon Europe Triathlon Development Agreement 2025-2028.  

“This agreement is a testament to our dedication to fostering the growth of triathlon and Para triathlon in Europe,” said World Triathlon President Antonio F. Arimany. “By working closely with Europe Triathlon, we aim to empower National Federations, enhance athlete performance, and promote sustainable development across the continent.'

Europe Triathlon President Marc D'hooge added: “Since 2010, Europe Triathlon has maintained a long-standing partnership with World Triathlon in delivering development programmes with shared objectives and a co-funded annual budget. Over the years, the Development Committee and Development Coordinator have played a pivotal role in implementing initiatives tailored to the varying levels of maturity among National Federations, with the guidance and development infrastructure provided by World Triathlon to each continent.  To achieve a more profound and meaningful impact on the development of triathlon, Europe Triathlon is implementing a refined financial support model. This new approach prioritises strategic investment by providing more substantial financial support to a more focused number of National Federations.'