The Federation of European Ski & Snowboard Associations (FESA) and Prinoth AG, a global leader in snow groomers and tracked vehicles, are pleased to announce the signing of a strategic partnership agreement. This collaboration marks a significant step for both organisations, combining FESA's pan-European reach in competitive winter sports with Prinoth's world-class expertise in snow grooming technology, event infrastructure and professional slope and trail preparation.

A Shared Vision for European Winter Sports

FESA focuses on nurturing young athletes and developing the next generation of winter sports champions. Prinoth shares this ambition and sees the partnership as an opportunity to contribute its technical expertise to the development of European winter sports, while strengthening its presence within the community of athletes, coaches, federations, event organisers and operators.

Through this partnership, Prinoth will be prominently represented at FESA youth competitions, most notably through the Leader Bib sponsorship at the FESA Alpen Cup Nordic Combined.This placement positions Prinoth at the heart of elite junior competition, connecting it with the athletes, coaches, national federations and fans who shape the future of the sport.

Knowledge Transfer Through Exclusive Prinoth Masterclasses

Beyond brand visibility, the partnership introduces a series of specialised Prinoth Masterclasses designed for snow groomer operators and event organisers within the FESA member network. These sessions provide participants with the opportunity to deepen their technical expertise, exchange operational best practices, enhance their understanding of professional snow grooming with Prinoth world-class equipment and technology.

The Masterclass program reflects a joint commitment to professional development across the wintersports sector — ensuring that the infrastructure supporting European competitions and training environments is prepared and operated to the highest standards.

“This partnership is a natural fit for FESA. Prinoth stands for quality, innovation and a deep understanding of the needs of the skiing family — values we share entirely. We are proud to welcome Prinoth as a partner and look forward to growing together, above all in support of our young athletes and the FESA event organizers.”

Roswitha Stadlober, President of FESA

“We are proud to enter this strategic partnership with FESA, an organisation that plays an important role in developing the next generation of winter sports athletes across Europe. At Prinoth, we know that performance on snow depends not only on talent and dedication, but also on professional infrastructure and perfectly prepared conditions. Through this partnership, we want to contribute our expertise, support event organisers and operators, and help create the best possible environment for young athletes to grow and succeed.”

Klaus Tonhäuser, President and CEO Prinoth AG

About FESA

The Federation of European Ski & Snowboard Associations (FESA) is the pan-European umbrella organisation for national ski and snowboard federations. FESA organises and promotes youth and junior competitions across all snow disciplines, providing a platform for the best emerging talents in Europe. Its mission is to unite and inspire the European ski and snowboard family, with a strong commitment to athlete development, grassroots promotion and the long-term growth of winter sports.

About Prinoth AG

Prinoth AG is a global leader in the manufacture of snow groomers and tracked utility vehicles, with decades of experience serving ski resorts, mountain operators and special-terrain environments worldwide. Known for technical precision and innovation, Prinoth supports the winter sports family with high-performance equipment and dedicated service solutions.