How Atos’s Sports Tech Will Power The Invictus Games

The Invictus Games, founded by Prince Harry in 2014, has emerged as a transformative force in adaptive sports, showcasing the indomitable spirit of wounded, injured and sick military personnel and veterans.

As the Games prepare for a historic milestone in 2025 - its first-ever winter edition - a partnership with global IT leader Atos promises to revolutionise how these inspiring competitions are experienced, measured and shared with the world.

This winter edition brings unique technological challenges, from tracking high-speed alpine skiing performances to managing precise biathlon timing in varying weather conditions.

Rising up to the challenge, Atos’s proven track record in powering major international sporting events, including multiple Olympic and Paralympic Games, brings decades of specialised experience in adaptive sports technology.

This expertise is particularly crucial as the Games introduce complex winter disciplines like adaptive alpine skiing, biathlon and wheelchair curling, each requiring sophisticated timing and scoring systems that must account for various classification categories and adaptation requirements.

Atos's comprehensive technological infrastructure will also serve as the invisible backbone of the Games, handling everything from millisecond-precise timing systems to global broadcast integration, while ensuring robust cybersecurity measures protect the integrity of the competition.

This technological foundation becomes even more critical as the Games expand their reach and complexity, supporting not just the competitors but also their families, supporters and a growing global audience passionate about adaptive sports.

Enhancing the games with advanced technology

Atos will provide a comprehensive suite of technology services for the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025.

These services include on-venue results systems for all sports, real-time data integration for websites and broadcast graphics, and management of critical IT infrastructure.

The company's expertise in sports technology, honed through decades of experience with major events like the Olympic and Paralympic Games, will be crucial in addressing the unique challenges of adaptive sports.

Adaptive sports require specialised categorisation and scoring systems to ensure fair competition among participants with varying physical and mental health conditions.

Nacho Moros, Head of Major Events at Atos, emphasises the company's commitment to supporting the competitors: "We are thrilled and deeply honored to partner with the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, providing world-class sports technologies to support these incredible competitors.

"It is a privilege for us to give back to those who have sacrificed so much in service to their countries and communities.”

Broader impact on adaptive sports

The partnership between Atos and the Invictus Games highlights the growing importance of technology in adaptive sports.

By leveraging advanced IT solutions, the Games aim to enhance the experience for competitors, their families and global audiences.

Scott Moore, CEO of Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, highlights the significance of this collaboration: "This collaboration is a game-changer, as it allows us to leverage innovative technology to enhance the experience for our competitors, their families, and our global audience.

“At the heart of the Invictus Games is the spirit of recovery and resilience, and with Atos’ cutting-edge solutions we can ensure that every story of courage and strength is shared with the world in real time.”

However, the integration of winter sports into the Invictus Games programme for the first time in 2025 presents new technological challenges.

Atos' experience in delivering IT services for events such as the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games will ensure smooth operations across alpine skiing, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, biathlon, skeleton and wheelchair curling competitions.

As adaptive sports continue to gain prominence globally, partnerships like this between technology providers and event organisers are likely to play a crucial role in advancing the field.

By improving the accuracy of results, enhancing the viewer experience and streamlining event operations, technology can help bring adaptive sports to a wider audience and provide better support for the athletes involved.

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