VENKATESH ALAGIRISAMY
SUSTAINABILITY
“ Our national team kits start with the athletes who wear them and the fans who stand behind them”
Amy Montagne
Nike President Nike
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Wild Planet All Conditions Gear – Nike
VENKATESH ALAGIRISAMY
CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER
Joining in 2006, Venkatesh directs Nike’ s global supply chain, sustainability and“ Express Lane” strategies. He previously served as COO of Converse and spent years driving operational excellence in Greater China.
It utilises computational design and a specialised, stitch-specific knitting process to ensure the supply chain delivers a product capable of performing in the extreme conditions expected throughout this summer’ s tournament.
Venkatesh Alagirisamy, Nike EVP and COO, said:“ Nike’ s new Aero‐FIT kits for the 2026 World Cup mark the first time elite players will compete in uniforms made entirely from textile waste. This is breakthrough innovation in the service of athletes, proving that high performance and circularity can move forward together without compromise.”
He adds:“ From rising temperatures to tougher playing conditions, athletes challenged us to rethink what’ s possible. Huge appreciation for the Nike teammates and partners whose resilience, creativity and commitment brought this to life.”
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