Abu Dhabi-based esports organisation Team Nigma has announced a long-term partnership with international airline Etihad Airways.
According to the release, Team Nigma is the first esports team to be sponsored by a major airline.
Activations surrounding the partnership have yet to be revealed, however, the deal will include air travel benefits for the organisation’s team and support staff.
Moreover, Team Nigma’s announcement image seems to tease that Etihad Airways’ logo will be featured on future team Jerseys.
Mohamed Morad, Co-Founder of Team Nigma, added: “As a kid, I dreamt of becoming a pilot.