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Monaco, April 17, 2024 – The annual UIM mid-Term meetings assembled the Members of the UIM Council in Amsterdam, together with the Commissions in charge of the fundamental Powerboat racing disciplines, to fine tune the regulatory framework of the sport and to prepare essential initiatives that will shape the future of Powerboating. Under the chair of UIM President Raffaele Chiulli, the UIM Council co...

As we are on the verge of a new racing season, we wish to inform you of a number of changes in the UIM International Calendar that have been requested by organizing Member Federations.   Please convey these changes to your affiliated clubs and drivers. AQUABIKE HUNGARY: INTERNATIONAL ORDINARY EVENTS The first Aquabike International Ordinary event to be held in Hungary, from a total of 4 events...

The UIM is delighted to announce that a multi-years UIM XCAT Hosting Agreement has been signed between UIM Secretary General Thomas Kurth and DIMC CEO Mohammed Harib, which will see Dubai Marine Sport Club returning to stage the Final Round of the UIM XCAT World Championship in 2024 (6th- 8th Dec.) and years to come. 2024 XCAT World Championship Standings Victory Team – 65 pts Swecat – 61 pts HPI...

Monaco (March 11, 2024): The Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM), powerboat racing’s world governing body, has recognised the sport’s world champions at a glittering trophy ceremony in Monaco. Hosted by UIM President Dr. Raffaele Chiulli, the ceremony held at the Fairmont Monte Carlo saw 58 world champions from the five powerboating disciplines honoured for their achievements during the 2023 raci...

Under the eyes of UIM President Raffaele Chiulli and APBA President Chris Fairchild, the opening round of the 2024 UIM XCAT World Championship provided a splendid setting for the Silver Jubilee of the Fujairah International Marine Club, celebrated in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah and Sheikh Saif bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, President of the ...

The UIM Photo Contest 2023 has reached its conclusion, and it is with great pleasure that we announce Arek Rejs as the winner of the 'Overall' category. We extend our sincere congratulations to Arek and express our gratitude to all participants for their involvement. We hope that the experience was rewarding for all, and we eagerly anticipate the participation of all contestants in future editions of t...

The Opening Round of the UIM E1 World Championship in Jeddah has set the latest milestone in the History of the UIM, with exciting sessions of electric powerboat racing in the waters of the Red Sea. Eight Teams, owned by iconic personalities from the world of Sports, Music and Entertainment, such as Tim Brady (NFL), Rafael Nadal (Tennis), Sergio Perez (Formula 1), Virat Kohli (Cricket) Didier Drogba (F...

MotoSurf - new addition to the program of the World Games aims the spectacle on the water and features  innovation with an environmental approach to the sport. Motorized surfing has seen significant growth in the last couple of years, bringing a whole new experience into the world of powerboating sports governed by the UIM (Union Internationale Motonautique). Balancing on a surfboard at speeds up to ...

The Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) is delighted to announce that Jessica Chavanne from France and Simon Jung from Slovakia have been elected 2023 UIM Driver of the Year and 2023 UIM Junior Driver of the Year respectively. [Click below to read the full Press Release] ELECTION OF 2023 UIM DRIVER & JUNIOR DRIVER OF THE YEAR

Eighteen out of twenty-one registered boats lined up for the start of the 32-lap race on Khalid Lagoon, Sharjah - UAE. Team Sweden’s Jonas Andersson led the Road to Sharjah-Grand Prix of Sharjah from start-to-finish to earn the two well-deserved 2023 UIM F1H2O Driver and Team World Championship titles The Swede finished first ahead of Victory Team’s  Erik Stark, with Team Abu Dhabi’s Thani Al-Q...

When it comes to paving the way for the UIM Youth Development Program, the Fujairah International Marine Club is the uncontested Leader among UIM’s member Organizations: After having opened the first UIM Youth Training Academy and set the standards for other international Marine Centres to follow suit, the FIMC is hosting these days the second UIM Instructor & Trainer Course this year for partici...

The UIM has the pleasure to announce that the registrations for the 25th Edition of the UIM Photo Contest open today. The following categories will be awarded with Gold, Silver and Bronze distinction. Please be aware that except for the category “Open”, only photographs taken at one of the UIM International events which were listed on the 2023 UIM Racing Calendar will be admitted for evaluation: “O...

UIM President Raffaele Chiulli with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah at the Palace On occasion of the UIM XCAT Grand Finale, hosted by the Fujairah International Marine Club, UIM President Dr. Raffaele Chiulli took the opportunity to meet H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah. The two Leaders coincided in underlining the importa...

Under the patronage of the Crown Prince, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, the Fujairah International Marine Club was the stage of the Final Round of the 2023 UIM XCAT World Championship. The 3 day event was a culmination of a thrilling season and until the last day the teams battled it out for pole position and for the ultimate prize of being crowned World Champions.  Day 1 saw the teams bat...

Join the conversation with UIM’s Youth Development Senior Instructor, Brendon Hall, and Assistant Instructor, Abby Hall. The two proudly represented the New Zealand Powerboat Federation at the first UIM YDP Instructor/Trainer course in Fujairah, UAE earlier this year. Abby: “It was a privilege to be chosen by the New Zealand Powerboat Federation to participate in the UIM YDP training course in Fujair...

In a groundbreaking historical moment, an ecologically motorized sport will make its debut at "The World Games" in Chengdu, China, in 2025. We take immense pride in introducing our youngest discipline, the UIM MotoSurf, as an integral part of this prestigious event. Following a productive meeting of Competition Managers of the Sports participating in The World Games 2025 in Chengdu, we have successfu...

The UIM is proud to launch the application procedure for the "2023 UIM Environmental Award" WHAT IS THE UIM ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD ? This award recognizes outstanding environmental leaders, whether individuals or organizations that have excelled in the year 2023 in inspiration, vision, innovation, leadership, and initiatives to the benefit of the Environment. WHO CAN APPLY ? UIM Member Federations...

Held under the sign of “Sustainable Development”, the 96th UIM General Assembly inaugurated a new format this year, combining committee meetings held upfront on-line by video conference, and a small number of ‘in person’ meetings, for which a reduced number of delegates had to travel to Amsterdam for a shorter period than usual.   UIM President Raffaele Chiulli welcomed the Members of the internatio...

Fifth Calendar News since Calendar News #4 of 23rd June 2023 CIRCUIT SOUTH AFRICA, UIM P750 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP CONFIRMED IN 2024 Due to administrative reasons, the organizers of the UIM P750 World Championship, which was originally scheduled from 4th to 11th August in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), have been forced to postpone their event. It will now go ahead early next year, from 23rd February to...

UIM E1 Pilot Academy established to create a pathway for future pilots to shine in the UIM E1 electric powerboat racing championship - Training a new generation of racing stars for the world’s first all-electric raceboat championship in the UIM E1 Pilot Academy is about to get underway - 35 candidates will receive initial training before the end of September 2023 in the search for 20 RaceBird-ready...

We are delighted to announce the participation of the UIM in the 12th edition of The World Games to take place in Chengdu, People's Republic of China, in August 2025. It is the first time Powerboating is represented in The World Games, and it is the MotoSurf Discipline in its electric category that will carry the flag of the UIM in Chengdu.  MotoSurf is the youngest discipline of the International P...

Fourth Calendar News since Calendar News #3 of 2nd June 2023 CIRCUIT ITALY, SECOND F4 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND Cernobbio, on Lake Como, Italy, will host the 2nd Round of the 2023 UIM F4 World Championship, on 22/24th September. This event replaces the F4 World Championship Round of Halbendorf, Germany, that was cancelled for organizational reasons. AQUABIKE HUNGARY: INTERNATIONAL ORDINARY ...

The centenary of the UIM has inspired another commemorative event in Monaco this week, when UIM President Raffaele Chiulli and His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco, Honorary President of the UIM, unveiled a F1 Race Boat converted into a unique piece of Art by the renowned Italian Street Artist Alice Pasquini. The Art piece titled « BLOW » is exhibited on the "Jetée Lucciana" of the Port of ...

The 2022-23 Powerboating racing season has given us a multitude of memorable moments, all compiled in the 28th edition of the UIM Yearbook. By clicking on the below image, you will have the opportunity to dip into the world of Powerboating, MotoSurf, Aquabike, and the groundbreaking UIM E1 Series, the first-ever World Electric Powerboat Series. If you wish to purchase a printed copy, please do not ...

Third Calendar News since Calendar News #2 of 28th February 2023 AQUABIKE UIM-ABP AQUABIKE EUROPEAN CIRCUIT CHAMPIONSHIP Initially scheduled on the weekend 10th/11th June, the first round of the UIM-ABP Aquabike European Circuit Championship of Levelek (Hungary) has been postponed to 23rd/25th June. CROATIA: INTERNATIONAL ORDINARY EVENTS CONFIRMED Three Aquabike International Ordinary events ...

The UIM X-CAT World Championship is one of the most spectacular powerboat racing series in the world. Powered by 2 400hp outboard engines and speeds topping 220km per hour, these racing catamarans are a great expression of international powerboat racing. The 2023 UIM XCAT World Championship got off to an exciting start in the waters of Fiumicino (Rome), the first of the two Italian races, with the se...

UIM President, Dr. Raffaele Chiulli, attended the Portuguese Powerboating Federation's Award Giving Gala in the city of Mira, Portugal. The event was a celebration of the Portuguese national powerboating Champions, and Dr. Chiulli was delighted to be in attendance. "I am really happy to be here, Portugal is a very active country within the UIM with many drivers involved in the UIM Championships and m...

His Highness Sheikh Muhammad Bin Sultan Bin Khalifa Al Nahyan and Raffaele Chiulli After having met with H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, and H.E. Saeed Mohammed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council during his visit in the U.A.E., UIM President Raffaele Chiulli held a constructive meeting in Sharjah with H.E. Issa Hilal Al-Hazami, Chairman of Sharjah Sports Council who underlined...

Raffaele Chiulli and His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan Following up on the recently held UIM Goal & Vision workshop, it was a pleasure to be in Dubai to meet His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, son of Khalifa bin Zayed, beloved President of the United Arab Emirates. The meeting was held in an open, friendly and constructive atmosphere. The future global perspectives of ...

UIM  Goal & Vision Workshop participants  All roads lead to Rome!  As the UIM Council gathered in Rome for the two-day goal & vision workshop, there was a sense of excitement in the air. This was a crucial moment for the organization, as the objective of the workshop was to develop a strategic roadmap for the UIM's growth and development. The UIM Council was determined to identify the organization's ...

The UIM Photo Contest 2022 has concluded and we are thrilled to announce that Marek Paulicek has won the 'Overall' category. For all the other competitors who participated, we hope you had a great experience and look forward to seeing you in the next edition!  If you would like to check out the top three pictures in the various categories, please click on the button below. Congratulations to the winn...

Second Calendar News since Calendar News #1 of 16th January 2023 AQUABIKE UIM-ABP AQUABIKE WORLD CIRCUIT CHAMPIONSHIP The first Round of the 2023 UIM-ABP Aquabike World Circuit Championship has been confirmed. It will be held in Olbia (ITA), on the week-end 17th/18th June. The Regione Sardegna Grand Prix of Italy will, as usual, feature all classes. Aquabike Promotion (ABP) will announce the s...

Update (as from 1st January 2023): 1) The SNELL 2020 R standard is added. 2) The ECE 22-06 standard is added for unrestrained drivers ages 18 and older. The ECE 22-06 helmet use is permissible during a period extending from the manufacturing year plus 4 years.” (more details regarding the ECE 22-06 tag markings on page 3 of the document) List of authorized helmets as from 01.01.2023.pdf

In Sharjah, UAE, the two last Rounds of the 2022 UIM F1H20 World Championship have given another proof of how spectacular powerboat racing can be, as much for the drivers involved as for the spectators following the races. The title was up for grabs until the very last moments of the two back-to-back races in Sharjah. In the last race of the season, Philippe Chiappe of Team China CTIC Shenzen set an ...

The UIM is proud to launch the application procedure for the "2022 UIM Environmental Award" WHAT IS THE UIM ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD ? This award recognizes outstanding environmental leaders, whether individuals or organizations that have excelled in the year 2022 in inspiration, vision, innovation, leadership, and initiatives to the benefit of the Environment. WHO CAN APPLY ? UIM Member Federations...

The UIM has the pleasure to announce that the registrations for the 24th Edition of the UIM Photo Contest open today. The following categories will be awarded with Gold, Silver and Bronze distinction. Please be aware that except for the category “Open”, only photographs taken at one of the UIM International events which were listed on the 2022 UIM Racing Calendar will be admitted for evaluation: “O...

UIM President Raffaele Chiulli presents HSH Prince Albert of Monaco the UIM 100 Years Anniversary Yearbook. RAFFAELE CHIULLI HONOURS HSH PRINCE ALBERT II OF MONACO WITH THE UIM 100 YEARS ANNIVERSARY YEARBOOK On occasion of the IOC Sustainability and Legacy Commission Meeting in Lausanne, chaired by HSH Prince Albert of Monaco, UIM President Raffaele Chiulli presented the UIM Honorary President Prin...

To celebrate 100 years of the Union Internationale Motonautique, the UIM has commissioned the publication of a special commemorative book “100 Years of the UIM” chronicling the growth and development of the Union since it was formed in September 1922. The UIM is glad to announce that this masterpiece is now available for sale ! To order your copy please complete the form by clicking on the link belo...

(Fujairah, UAE) The 95th General Assembly of the UIM, chaired by President Dr Raffaele Chiulli and Secretary General Thomas Kurth, brought together the world of powerboating for a week of meetings, policy making and elections in the UAE Emirate of Fujairah. Hosted by the Fujairah International Marine Sports Club, the UIM - which this year is celebrating its 100th anniversary - assembled the UIM Counc...

Following a proposal by UIM President Raffaele Chiulli, the UIM Council today (October 21) approved the world powerboat federation’s new Environmental Policy during the 95th General Assembly in Fujairah, UAE. The policy is part of the Union’s focus on reducing the UIM's environmental impact and encouraging sustainability and environmental awareness. The UIM continues to work towards the ‘greening’ o...

Fujairah (UAE): His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, the Emir of Fujairah, received a delegation of the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) which has assembled its Member Federations for the 100 Years Anniversary Celebrations in the Emirate of Fujairah. His Highness welcomed UIM President Dr Raffaele Chiulli, Council Members and Senior Officers of the International Powerboat Federati...

At the conclusion of the conference “Sport For All: cohesive, accessible and tailored to each person”, Raffaele Chiulli, President of ARISF and UIM had the honor of meeting His Holiness Pope Francis.   President Raffaele Chiulli and His Holiness Pope Francis President Chiulli said, “I was particularly happy to meet His Holiness Pope Francis. He is a great person, and I was impressed by his humanit...

A record number of participants between 6 and 18 years have been competing in 6 boat classes in the 2022 UIM Formula Future World and Continental Championships, held in Brandenburg, Germany. UIM President Raffaele Chiulli shared the passion of the enthusiastic young drivers who were competing on the water. The drivers representing the hosting nation were particularly performant and took the largest num...

Young Estonian driver Stefan Arand, after titles in UIM WC GT15 and GT30, has now the WC title in Formula 4. He collected many points in Brindisi and managed his position as a master. The Finnish drivers have been very successful in F4, but the main contender Tino Lehto was on shore this time, with an injured hand. Roope Virtanen did what he could for the Finnish colors and took the silver. The compe...

Groth Fyro and Soderlind European champions In popular Nynäs Offshore south of Stockholm, UIM European championships were run for Offshore classes 3C and 3X. Favorites in 3C were the cousins Groth, who each drive a boat. In the World Championship a month ago in Norway, it was Fredrik Groth who took the title, despite Sebastian winning two races in the WC. A broken race for his part, and Fredrik was...

The 2021-22 Powerboating season has offered us countless highlights which have been combined in this 27th edition of the UIM Yearbook, marked also by the 100 Years Anniversary of the Union International Motonautique (1922-2022) Discover the Powerboating, MotoSurf, Aquabike and the first UIM World Electric Powerboat Series by clicking here !

Augustow, Poland - 24 July 2022 - UIM Formula 2 World Championship Stefan Hagin finally got to celebrate his second UIM F2 Grand Prix victory when he crossed the finish line at Lake Necko in Augusto, Poland. Throughout the day the weather, which had been hot and sunny right up to Sunday morning, consisted of all four season in one day, may be three as the only thing absent was snow. Conditions on t...

The podium: UIM President Raffaele Chiulli awarding medals to the Norwegian Team When applying to stage the Final Round of the 2022 UIM OFFSHORE World Championship of the categories 3A, 3D and 3X in Larvik, the Norwegian Motorsport Federation had the certainty that they would be the capital of UIM OFFSHORE Racing for the time of a long weekend, and UIM President Raffaele Chiulli didn’t miss the oppor...

Norway, Tvedestrand - 6-9 July 2022 - UIM POFFSHORE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS 3C, 3D,3 3B Last week Tvedestrand Racing Klubb in Norway hosted the UIM Class 3C World Championships along with two rounds of the UIM Class 3D and 3B World Championship. Sweden’s Fredrik Groth Fyro and Fillip Eriksson in C-86 were crowned UIM Class 3C World Champions when they drove a tactical third and final heat to finis...

LANEVA BOATS WINS 2021 UIM ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD - SPECIAL MENTION FOR LAGUNA TRASPORTI AND TEST 1 - Monaco-based shipbuilder Lanéva Boats has won the prestigious 2021 UIM Environmental Award in recognition of its ongoing commitment to the production of fully electric luxury boats. And while Lanéva collects the top honor, there are also Special Mentions for Environmental Benefit and Innovation for...

On Friday 13th May 2022 at 7:45 (local time) in Ibiza for the UIM-ABP Aquabike WC, at rider’s briefing room the first Anti-Doping Workshop will be presented and held by @ITA - new UIM’s partner in Anti-Doping activities. Participation at the Anti-Doping workshop is mandatory for all riders and team managers. To confirm the attendance, the riders will have to scan a the QR Code placed at the entrance ...

The Yacht Club of Monaco was once again center stage for showcasing the E1 Racebird prototype after it has successfully completed a first series of tests on water in Italy. The event was attended by HSH Prince Albert, President of the Yacht Club de Monaco and UIM Honorary President, E1 President Alejandro Agag and CEO Rodi Basso, as well as UIM President Raffaele Chiulli. The UIM E1 Series will be th...

ARISF and UIM President Dr. Raffaele Chiulli had the opportunity to meet in Manama, Bahrain, His Highness Sheikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice President of the General Sports Authority, President of the Bahrain Combat Sport Council. The meeting was also attended by the President of WAKO, the International Kickboxing Federation, Mr. Roy Baker, the CEO of the General Sports Authority, Dr. Abdulr...

24 March 2022 ARISF and UIM President Raffaele Chiulli met with FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem at Formula 1 Grand Prix in Bahrain  The FIA Formula 1 GP of Bahrain, first Round of the 2022 FIA F1 World Championship, was the stage of a meeting between ARISF and UIM President Raffaele Chiulli and the new FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem. The role of Sport as a catalyst for progress and the poten...

As expected, submissions for the 2021 UIM Photographic contest were significantly reduced as a result of pandemic constraints for competitors, spectators and photographers, with entries from six different countries arriving from New Zealand and Europe. We know first-hand the effort it takes to prepare a submission for a prestigious international contest and would like to offer our most sincere congr...

H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah acknowledged the UIM President Raffaele Chiulli for his achievements in the areas of youth development and sustainability and announced a donation of $ 100’000 to the UIM Youth Development Programme on occasion of the 2022 UIM XCAT World Championship, held in Fujairah, U.A.E. “I am very grateful for His Highness’ generosity and for hi...

The Executive Committee of the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) examined today the situation created by the military invasion of the Ukraine. The UIM EXCO Members expressed their shock over the ruthless initiative taken against a sovereign state. They underlined that the UIM strongly condemns all acts of violence perpetrated against civilians and reaffirms its solidarity with the Ukrainian popul...

(first picture available of the UIM General Assembly held in 1924) The International Powerboat Federation, was established in 1922 by a Scot, Dr Morton Smart, and by John Ward. An expatriate Irishman living in Belgium, Ward acted as the first Secretary General of the new organization, while Alfred Pierrard, Director General of the Belgian Ministry of Marine, was elected first President of the Interna...

The UIM is proud to launch the application procedure for the "2021 UIM Environmental Award" WHAT IS THE UIM ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD ? This award recognizes outstanding environmental leaders, whether individuals or organizations that have excelled in the year 2021 in inspiration, vision, innovation, leadership, and initiatives to the benefit of the Environment. WHO CAN APPLY ? UIM Member Federations...

The 2022 International Powerboat Racing Calendar is available on the UIM Website under the section "Calendar" or by clicking on the link here below. https://www.uim.sport/CalendarList.aspx

At the General Assembly of the Association of IOC-recognized International Sport Federations, ARISF, held virtually for the second consecutive year, UIM President Dr. Raffaele Chiulli has been re-elected at the helm of this Organization assembling 42 IF’s (https://www.arisf.sport/) for a third mandate from 2021 – 2025. President Chiulli was standing unopposed, as were Vice-President Anna Arzhanova (R...

“Interview with Raffaele Chiulli, UIM President - 2021 UIM XCAT World Championship Dubai” By ICARUS Sports Click on the link here below or on the picture to see the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=522_zljdh2g

The checkered flag has been waived for the final time at the end of the Dubai Grand Prix which determined the winners of the 2021 UIM XCAT World Championship. The curtain comes down for the 2021 UIM Powerboating season after five very exciting back-to-back races. Dubai Police teammates Arif Al Zaffain and Nadir Bin Hendi got extra satisfaction by securing the UIM XCAT World Championship in their home w...

23rd UIM PHOTO CONTEST ON THE 2021 RACING SEASON We are « back on track » with international Powerboat racing!  After the break in 2020, caused by COVID-19, we are pleased to announce the re-launch of the UIM Photo Contest in its 23rd edition. The following categories will be awarded with Gold, Silver and Bronze distinction. Please be aware that except for the category “Open”, only photographs taken...

The UIM is proud to announce that a “Green Partner” Agreement for the next three years has been signed with the energy and environmental consulting firm ALENS, with offices in Switzerland (Bellinzona) and Italy (Pavia, Rome, Vicenza). Through this agreement, the UIM has secured the support of ALENS in programs and activities such as raising the awareness of environmental responsibility, disseminating r...

The prototype of the electric boat that the pilots of the UIM E1 Series pilots will race in the world’s first electric powerboat championship has been unveiled to an all-star line-up in Monaco, led by HSH Prince Albert II. The series itself is taking shape with water testing on schedule for early next year and Monaco confirmed as a host city for the inaugural E1 Series in 2023. The Event offered UIM Pr...

On May 6, 2020, World Taekwondo (WT), the Taekwondo Humanitarian Foundation (THF) and the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) via video conference, to promote humanitarian, peace and development initiatives in Sport.