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Paulaner and Audi F1 Team Announce Landmark Partnership Ahead of 2026 Debut
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A historic alliance between Paulaner, the renowned Munich brewery, and the future Audi F1 Team signals a significant expansion of the beverage brand’s global ambitions and further solidifies the german manufacturer’s commercial foundation as it prepares for its Formula 1 entry in 2026.
Paulaner, steeped in centuries of brewing tradition, will become the official supplier to the Audi F1 Team, a move that places the iconic German brand at the heart of one of motorsport’s most anticipated new ventures. The partnership underscores Audi’s commitment to building a robust commercial framework before its inaugural season.
Fueling the Future: Paulaner’s Expanding Non-Alcoholic Portfolio
The agreement will see Paulaner provide its complete range of non-alcoholic beverages, with Paulaner 0.0 taking center stage, across all Audi F1 Team operations starting in 2026.The brand’s presence will extend to team hospitality suites, partner events, and direct fan engagement initiatives. This collaboration represents a strategic push for Paulaner to accelerate its growth in the non-alcoholic beverage market, a sector experiencing increasing demand, particularly among younger demographics and international sports enthusiasts.
“Paulaner and the future Audi F1 Team share a winning mindset rooted in performance, passion and pride in our heritage,” stated a senior official from the Audi F1 Team. “Both brands stand for craftsmanship, authenticity and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Together,we will create experiences that bring fans closer to the team and celebrate every success on and off the track with a Paulaner 0.0% in hand on a global scale.”
Both organizations have emphasized the strong cultural alignment underpinning the partnership. The shared Bavarian heritage, coupled with a dedication to engineering precision and a global outlook, forms the core of this collaboration. Audi is deliberately constructing its F1 program around a narrative of German performance and innovation.
Jörg Biebernick, CEO of the Paulaner Brewery Group, added, “We are very proud to partner with the future Audi F1 Team and excited to open a new chapter on an international stage. This cooperation underscores our long-term commitment to combining pleasure, quality, and responsibility in professional sports. We look forward to bringing our plans to life and introducing Paulaner to a new generation of motorsport fans.”
Audi Assembles a Championship-Caliber Partner Roster
For Audi, the Paulaner agreement is the latest addition to a rapidly expanding portfolio of commercial partnerships. The team has already secured deals with Revolut as title sponsor, bp as a technical partner, Perk for work automation, Visit Qatar as a principal partner, and adidas as the official apparel provider.Audi has consistently highlighted the importance of establishing a extensive partner ecosystem well in advance of its 2026 debut.
While the financial details of the Paulaner partnership remain undisclosed,the deal marks the brewery’s first major foray into global motorsport,providing significant brand visibility across a racing calendar encompassing over 20 international markets. This collaboration is expected to strengthen the cultural and commercial identity Audi aims to establish within Formula 1.
