Andersen in Italy appointed exclusive legal advisor for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup

| Andersen in Italy

Andersen in Italy earnt the tender to become the official provider of legal and tax services for the upcoming 38th edition of the America’s Cup, which will take place in Naples in 2027.

The multi-year engagement will support the organization from the preparatory phases through to the conclusion of the event in summer 2027 and will involve the departments of International Tax, Sports Law, Transfer Pricing, VAT, Litigation, Corporate Tax and Legal, Employment & Labor, Public Law, and Global Mobility, coordinated by the firm’s partners Paolo Trevisanato and Andrea Ferrandi.

The America’s Cup is the world’s oldest international sporting trophy, established in 1851, and represents the peak of sailing competition globally. Each edition, captures the attention of millions of global fans and major commercial sponsors. The 2024 Barcelona edition – exclusively supported by Andersen in Spain for legal matters – generated an economic impact exceeding one billion euros and reached 954 million viewers worldwide.

“This mandate represents a highly prestigious recognition for Andersen,” commented Andrea De Vecchi, CEO of Andersen Italy and Co-Managing Partner for Europe at Andersen Global. “Being alongside the organizers of the 2027 America’s Cup confirms our ability to support complex, large-scale projects, providing integrated and cross-disciplinary expertise. For our Firm, it is also a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of an event that will have a significant impact not only on the sporting world, but on the entire Country.”

With this engagement, Andersen further strengthens its positioning as a trusted partner for major global events, combining technical know-how, strategic vision, and execution capabilities on an international scale.

“The America’s Cup is a challenge that rewards teamwork, just as in sport. Over the years, we have built a team capable of working differently from others, by investing in the right people and the right skills,” added Paolo Trevisanato.

“This opportunity,” concluded Andrea Ferrandi, “will allow us to further consolidate our international reputation and support a sporting event that, by its nature, presents unique features that must be addressed with the greatest care by a team of experts, such as our sports law professionals.”