Global sporting events from
a world-class team
We are UKEL. An internationally renowned team dedicated
to hosting landmark global sporting events, here in the UK.
We support national governing bodies and local authorities to bring unforgettable international sports events to their communities. We offer alternative hosting models and shared service options, making it easier to bid for and deliver outstanding events that deliver real impact.
Our collective of talented people, partners and suppliers are ready to support you at every stage of the event lifecycle. We’re committed to deliver world-leading knowledge and expertise to events at all levels.
Our Events
Explore the upcoming global events we’re supporting in the UK. Click on the arrows to see more events.
Meet our talented team
We’re proud to have a world-class leadership team with a huge depth of experience in international sports events. Find out what makes them so unique.
Learn more about our services
At UKEL we provide a wide range of services to support the delivery of world-class sporting events, from initial event ideation to full venue, logistical and delivery solutions to the provision of governance and hosting models.
News and Insights
Inclusive Sport & Culture Festival Liverpool 2027
Created by UK Sport, this exciting brand-new event will drive performance benefits and visibility for Paralympic sport, bringing together a week-long festival of elite sporting competition in one location in May 2027.
At UKEL we’re offering a full end-to-end solution for UK Sport by managing the funding, contracts, stakeholders, procurement, event director and programme management services
Grand Depart 2027
The UK has won the right to host the Grand Depart for the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes in summer 2027, and at UKEL we’re proud to be making it happen. We’re enabling the successful hosting of Grand Depart 2027 by providing a special purpose vehicle (SPV), which is a joint venture between UKEL and British Cycling.
The SPV is responsible for programme management, project oversight, contracting and funding management. Grand Depart 2027 Ltd will be led by MD Paul Bush OBE and Director of Strategic Delivery Karen Weir. Its Interim Chair is Chris Brindley MBE, who is also one of our UKEL directors.
2027 Wheelchair Basketball European Championships
In September 2027, the IWBF Wheelchair Basketball European Championships come to Liverpool – showcasing the world’s best athletes who redefine what it means to be powerful, skilled, and relentless.
Eighteen of Europe’s best men’s and women’s teams. Nine days of adrenaline-charged elite competition at the M&S Bank Arena, with direct qualification to the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games on the line. The chance to become European Champions and secure a trip to LA.
