With the planning for Eurovision 2025 in full swing, the EBU has announced that Novartis, a Swiss multinational pharmaceutical corporation based in next year’s host city Basel; will be joining next year’s competition as an official partner.
‘An exciting collaboration between two iconic brands known for their commitment to innovation and excellence’
The contest’s partnership sees the contest partner with another company that was founded in Switzerland, where the contest was founded, with Novartis using ‘this opportunity to highlight science, healthcare and innovation; to celebrate talent and diversity within their workforce; support their home country; and to promote a sense of belonging for the people and the communities they serve.’
Martin Österdahl, the Executive Supervisor of, Eurovision Song Contest, comments:
‘We are thrilled to announce Novartis as an official partner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025! With their headquarters in next year’s Host City, it’s great to have Novartis, a global leader in healthcare, supporting the Contest in Basel. This partnership marks an exciting collaboration between two iconic brands known for their commitment to innovation and excellence. Together, we stand for a vision of unity, hope, and the belief that through collaboration, we can achieve extraordinary things.’
Rob Kowalski, the Chief People & Organization Officer for Novartis, comments:
‘Novartis is honoured to be an official partner of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel – our home city. Both our organisations were born in Switzerland and believe deeply in the power of collaboration and bringing people together.’
All About Eurovision 2025
Switzerland will be hosting the 69th edition of the competition following Nemo’s historic win at Eurovision 2024 in Malmö. A few weeks after their win, Reto Peritz, and Moritz Stadler, was announced as the Executive Producers, with the other roles revealed in July 2024.
Basel, Bern & Biel/Bienne, Geneva, and Zurich submitted bids to host next year’s competition, with Basel and Geneva being shortlisted as the final two cities. After the shortlist, it was revealed that Basel will host Eurovision 2025, at St. Jakobshalle with the shows taking place on May 13, 15 and 17.
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