ACES (European Capitals and Cities of Sport Federation) and EPSI (European Platform for Sport Innovation) have reached a strategic partnership agreement, ensuring that all cities awarded in 2025 will directly receive the services of EPSI.

This collaboration offers exceptional added value for the awarded cities, providing them with access to a multitude of projects and European funding opportunities. Through this partnership, cities will benefit from the extensive experience and success of one of the most prestigious organizations in consultancy and networking.

“We are taking a significant step forward with this new agreement, aiming to maximize the benefits for the cities within our network,” stated Gian Francesco Lupattelli, President and Founder of ACES, following the signing of the collaboration agreement.

This partnership underscores ACES’s commitment to fostering innovation and growth in sport across Europe, enhancing the resources and opportunities available to its member cities.

About ACES
ACES Europe is a non-profit association based in Brussels which assigns every year the recognition of European Capital, City, Community, Region and Town of Sport. The award is given to cities that promote sports and physical activity as a means to improve the quality of life and well-being of their citizens.

About EPSI
The European Platform for Sport Innovation (EPSI) is a non-profit association located in Brussels. EPSI strives to boost innovation in the field of physical activity, focusing on health, sports, and well-being. It acts as a collaborative network fostering the connections between industry, academia, and public authorities to drive forward impactful projects across Europe.