International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-cola to arrive in South Africa For the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour, The Coca-Cola Company will work with local teams and bottling partners to support its sustainability

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, December 19, 2025/ -- The Coca-Cola Company (www.Coca-ColaCompany.com) invites fans in South Africa to see the most coveted Trophy in the world ahead of FIFA World Cup 26™. The FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola will arrive in Johannesburg for two days on 30 and 31 January and Cape Town on 1 February, giving South African fans the chance to experience football's most desired prize, the FIFA World Cup™ Original Trophy.

The FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola returns to South Africa for the first time since it’s last visit to the country in 2018, marking the second stop on the continent after Egypt.

“We’re excited to bring fans closer to the heart of the action with the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola. This year’s tour offers fans an incredible opportunity to experience the thrill and connection of football up close,” said Mickael Vinet, vice president, global assets, influencers and partnerships, The Coca-Cola Company. “We are inviting fans to celebrate of the full spectrum of emotions one experiences when watching a football match, starting with building excitement and anticipation by bringing the original FIFA World Cup Trophy to South Africa.”

FIFA World Cup 26™ is set to be the biggest yet—spanning three host nations, Canada, Mexico and the United States, with more teams, more matches, and more celebrations than ever before. During its global journey, the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola will visit 30 FIFA Member Associations across 75 stops and more than 150 tour days, giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see the original FIFA World Cup Trophy for themselves.

“The FIFA World Cup Trophy is recognized around the world as the greatest symbol in sport, and Coca-Cola is one of the world’s most recognized brands,” said Romy Gai, FIFA’s Chief Business Officer. “For two decades, our partnership with Coca-Cola has united fans and brought them the magic of the FIFA World Cup through the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola. Over five editions, the iconic trophy has visited 182 of our 211 Member Associations, and this tour will be particularly special—not only are we marking the 20th anniversary of the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, but we are also preparing for the biggest FIFA World Cup in history, with three host nations: Canada, Mexico and the United States.”

FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola is also a platform to promote positive impact in local communities. For the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour, The Coca-Cola Company will work with local teams and bottling partners tosupportitssustainabilityinitiatives, includingpackaging collection and recycling efforts. 

As a longstanding partner of FIFA, Coca-Cola has the exclusive rights to the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, giving thousands of fans across the globe the opportunity to see the most coveted Trophy in the world ahead of FIFA World Cup 26. The Coca-Cola Company has had a relationship with FIFA since 1976 and has been an official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup™ since 1978.

For more information on the global trophy tour visit http://apo-opa.co/4allYIJ and updates on the South Africa leg, visit https://apo-opa.co/3XZuVjz.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Coca-Cola.

Invitation to ADSX2026 on June 24-26, 2026 in Bangkok Thailand, to CILF2026, Sep. 21-23, 2026 in Shenzhen China

We are pleased to invite you to two major international events in 2026, offering valuable opportunities for global networking, innovation exchange, and business expansion.

1. Asia DigiCommerce Services Xpo (ADSX 2026) – “AI in Action”

Date: June 24–26, 2026
Venue: Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand

ADSX 2026 will bring next-generation AI technologies and consumer electronics to center stage. From cutting-edge smart devices to breakthrough AI-driven solutions, the event provides an excellent platform to explore Southeast Asia’s fast-growing digital commerce market.

To support your planning, we are pleased to provide:

ADSX 2025 Post-Show Report – Key insights and performance highlights.
2. 20th China (Shenzhen) International Logistics and Supply Chain Fair (CILF 2026)

Date: September 21–23, 2026
Venue: Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center, China

As the world’s leading event for the logistics and supply chain industry, CILF 2026 will gather global leaders and professionals for three days of high-impact networking and collaboration.

Following the remarkable success of CILF 2025—2,208 exhibitors from 61 countries and 305,000 professional visits from 89 countries—the 2026 edition will expand to 130,000 sqm with 10 themed sectors and 70+ concurrent forums, offering an ideal platform to showcase solutions and connect with industry partners.

We are pleased to share additional resources to help you prepare:

CILF 2025 Post-Show Report – Key insights and takeaways, including exhibitor and visitor analysis.
CILF 2025 Video & Photo Gallery – Experience the highlights of last year’s event.
CILF 2026 Booth Price Information – Learn about booth options and pricing.
We look forward to welcoming you at both events and exploring new opportunities together.

Asia DigiCommerce Services Xpo-"AI in Action"
China (Shenzhen) International Logistics and Supply Chain Fair (CILF)

Anne Marie QUEMENER, Officer in the Order of Agricultural Merit

Anne Marie Quéméner, SPACE Exhibition Manager, was awarded as Officer in the Order of Agricultural Merit by Mr Guillaume Roué, First Vice-President of the National AMOMA and Officer of Agricultural Merit, on Friday 12 December, in Rennes City Hall, in France.

An honorary distinction in the service of agriculture

Anne Marie Quéméner's promotion as Officer in the Order of Agricultural Merit recognizes her contribution and involvement in the agricultural world, both regionally and internationally, in the service of the livestock industry and all stakeholders in the sector.

An exemplary career at the heart of SPACE

For more than three decades, Anne Marie Quéméner has been working to develop and promote SPACE, one of Europe's largest exhibitions dedicated to livestock, which attracts professionals from around the world every year.

Under her leadership, the Show has strengthened its international dimension, its role as a platform for exchange and innovation, and its roots in the economic world and the agricultural sector. Her leadership and commitment were warmly praised during the ceremony by Mr Guillaume Roué, First Vice President of Amoma Nationale, and by Mrs Nathalie Appéré, Mayor of Rennes and President of Rennes Metropolis.

During a speech recounting her career and the evolution of SPACE, Anne Marie Quéméner paid tribute to her team and close relatives, and also expressed her gratitude to all the women and men who contribute, year after year, to the success of the Show. She also reiterated SPACE's fundamental mission to be a professional, international, and welcoming Show.

"I accept this award as recognition of my work and that of my entire team. It is also an honor for the region I come from, central Brittany, and all its farmers. I would like to pay tribute to them here, fully aware of their current economic and health difficulties. It also looks to farmers around the world, particularly in Africa. Let us take their outstretched hand and help them meet the global food challenge together.”

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