UAE Team Emirates – XRG and ENVE extend partnership with multi-year contract

UAE Team Emirates – XRG and ENVE have announced a multi-year contract extension, continuing their partnership as the team’s official wheel and handlebar supplier.

 
ENVE’s first contract began in 2023 after UAE Team Emirates independently conducted in-house testing of the leading wheels on the market—both in the wind tunnel and on the road. ENVE came out on top in performance and rider preference. Since then, UAE Emirates has been ranked the #1 team in men’s professional cycling, with Tadej Pogačar holding the title of the world’s top-ranked male cyclist. In addition to topping the rankings, the team has claimed two overall Grand Tour victories, six Monuments, and a World Championship since the partnership began.

Mauro Gianetti (Team Principal & CEO, UAE Team EMirates-XRG) : “Our path to becoming the number one team in the world has been built on more than just having the best riders—it’s about assembling the right team, from staff to partners, and using the best equipment available. Since joining forces back in 2023, ENVE has proven to be a key partner for us, sharing our commitment to performance, innovation, and excellence.

 
We are proud to extend our partnership with ENVE as we continue to pursue victories at the highest level of the sport in the years to come.”

ENVE equips UAE Team Emirates with its full range of SES road wheels—including the U.S.-made SES 2.3, 3.4, 4.5, and 6.7. Among these, the SES 4.5 has become the team’s go-to wheel in most race scenarios, thanks to its class-leading aerodynamic performance and rolling efficiency.

 
The collaboration also extends beyond race-day products. In 2023, ENVE and the team launched their first joint R&D project: the SES Aero Pro One-Piece Handlebar. Designed specifically for World Tour-level demands, the bar combines precise handling with optimized aerodynamics. Additional products developed with UAE Team Emirates will be commercially available later this season.

 
“Securing the original contract with UAE Team Emirates – XRG was a proud moment for the company,” said ENVE CEO Mike Stimola. “Being recognized as a leader in the industry and seeing our products win at the highest level is a testament to the strength of our engineering and manufacturing teams. But extending that contract—especially when every other wheel and component brand is competing for the same opportunity—demonstrates the depth of our partnership with the team and our ongoing commitment to innovation and making riders faster.”

As UAE Team Emirates – XRG prepare to defend their Tour de France title beginning July 5, ENVE will be there to support them with both road and time trial wheels, as well as road and time trial handlebars.