Innovation and Tradition Meet in the Year of the Horse: Huawei and CHIO Rotterdam Extend Partnership
The sponsorship contract between Huawei and CHIO Rotterdam was officially extended in a festive setting. Following a successful first collaboration last year, Huawei has committed for a second time as the title sponsor of the Huawei Grand Prix of Rotterdam. The signing by Victor Qian, CEO of Huawei Netherlands, and CHIO Chair Carolien Lavooij marks a partnership that goes beyond sport; it is an encounter between high-end technology and equestrian tradition.
A Logical Connection
For Victor Qian, the link between his company and equestrian sports is crystal clear. "In equestrian sports, everything revolves around the perfect synchronization between rider and horse," he states. "It is no different from our technology, where various systems must work together seamlessly". According to Qian, this precision and reliability are essential: just as a rider must fully rely on their horse, users must be able to count on stable networks and energy systems.
Rotterdam as a Logistics Hub
Huawei has been present in the Netherlands for over 20 years, and the bond with the port city of Rotterdam is crucial to this presence. Every year, more than 6,000 containers filled with Huawei products enter the Port of Rotterdam, finding their way to 25 European countries. The choice for CHIO Rotterdam fits perfectly with the city's profile: open, resilient, and internationally oriented.
More Than Just Telecom
While Huawei is known worldwide for smartphones and network equipment, the company is also heavily committed to sports performance and sustainability. During CHIO, Huawei will demonstrate how it contributes to the energy transition. Under the banner of the ‘Huawei Innovation Week’, digital solutions will be presented that make sectors like healthcare and infrastructure more sustainable. This includes 'Digital Power' solutions such as FusionSolar, which combine digitalization with green energy to increase efficiency.
The Symbolism of the Horse
The fact that this renewed partnership takes place during the Chinese Year of the Horse gives the agreement a special dimension. In Chinese culture, the horse symbolizes energy, passion, and creativity—values that Victor Qian also sees reflected in the atmosphere of CHIO.
Qian visited the event for the first time last year and was immediately impressed by the unique mix of top-tier sport, business opportunities, and accessibility for families. His wish for the upcoming edition is clear: "That the event continues to develop with a growing international allure, while maintaining the unique atmosphere that makes it so special". With the Huawei Grand Prix of Rotterdam as the absolute highlight, the 2026 edition already promises to be a memorable connection between Rotterdam’s down-to-earth nature and global innovation.
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A Logical Connection
For Victor Qian, the link between his company and equestrian sports is crystal clear. "In equestrian sports, everything revolves around the perfect synchronization between rider and horse," he states. "It is no different from our technology, where various systems must work together seamlessly". According to Qian, this precision and reliability are essential: just as a rider must fully rely on their horse, users must be able to count on stable networks and energy systems.
Rotterdam as a Logistics Hub
Huawei has been present in the Netherlands for over 20 years, and the bond with the port city of Rotterdam is crucial to this presence. Every year, more than 6,000 containers filled with Huawei products enter the Port of Rotterdam, finding their way to 25 European countries. The choice for CHIO Rotterdam fits perfectly with the city's profile: open, resilient, and internationally oriented.
More Than Just Telecom
While Huawei is known worldwide for smartphones and network equipment, the company is also heavily committed to sports performance and sustainability. During CHIO, Huawei will demonstrate how it contributes to the energy transition. Under the banner of the ‘Huawei Innovation Week’, digital solutions will be presented that make sectors like healthcare and infrastructure more sustainable. This includes 'Digital Power' solutions such as FusionSolar, which combine digitalization with green energy to increase efficiency.
The Symbolism of the Horse
The fact that this renewed partnership takes place during the Chinese Year of the Horse gives the agreement a special dimension. In Chinese culture, the horse symbolizes energy, passion, and creativity—values that Victor Qian also sees reflected in the atmosphere of CHIO.
Qian visited the event for the first time last year and was immediately impressed by the unique mix of top-tier sport, business opportunities, and accessibility for families. His wish for the upcoming edition is clear: "That the event continues to develop with a growing international allure, while maintaining the unique atmosphere that makes it so special". With the Huawei Grand Prix of Rotterdam as the absolute highlight, the 2026 edition already promises to be a memorable connection between Rotterdam’s down-to-earth nature and global innovation.
