Keeping TeamNL Moving: ATPI Sports Travel at Milano Cortina 2026 

With the Winter Games Milano-Cortina 2026 now in full swing, athletes, coaches, and support staff share one clear priority: performance. Everything else – travel plans, schedules, and the last-minute changes that come with an event of this scale –  fades into the background, or at least it should. Behind the scenes, months, often years, of preparation make that possible.  

As the travel supplier for the Dutch Olympic Committee (NOC*NSF) and TeamNL, ATPI Sports Travel manages the team’s travel program for the Games, arranging travel for athletes and staff, as well as for family and friends. The collaboration extends beyond Milano Cortina 2026, with ATPI already supporting preparations for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. 

While TeamNL athletes focus on winning medals, a different effort unfolds out of sight. We spoke with John Bergmann, Commercial Head of Sports Travel and Events at ATPI, about the challenges of keeping the team moving during the Winter Games. 

Travel that supports performance 

Sport at the highest level leaves little room for uncertainty. Travel plans must work around tight competition schedules, changing venues, and strict timelines. For athletes and staff, arriving rested and focused is not a luxury but a necessity. “Our job is to take the friction out of travel,” says John. “If we’ve done our work well, the Dutch Olympic Committee and the TeamNL athletes barely notice us, and that’s exactly the point. They should be able to focus entirely on their performance.” 

ATPI’s Sports Travel team works closely with the Dutch Olympic Committee and understands its operational routines, communication lines, and performance requirements. This familiarity allows the team to anticipate needs and provide support that fits naturally into the organization’s preparation and competition processes. 

Every journey is carefully planned, bringing together specialist expertise and travel technology to keep the team moving efficiently. At the same time, flexibility remains essential. “Plans can change quickly,” John says. “Weather, schedules, equipment, you need to be ready to adapt without adding pressure for the team.” 

A partnership built on trust and experience 

For ATPI Sports Travel, the partnership with the Dutch Olympic Committee and TeamNL goes beyond logistics. It is built on long-term collaboration and mutual understanding developed over more than two decades of working together. 

“Supporting TeamNL means understanding the rhythm of competition and the intensity surrounding these events. You have to anticipate what might happen, but also be ready for what you didn’t expect. Especially during the Games, availability and calm decision-making are essential.” When the Games begin, preparation turns into action. “We plan extensively,” John adds, “but the real work often happens in the moment. Being there, knowing the team and acting quickly when needed, that’s where ATPI’s sports experience really counts.” 

Supporting global sport, year after year 

For nearly 30 years, ATPI Sports Travel has supported athletes, sports federations, and organizing committees at major international sporting events, often working quietly behind the scenes. During the Winter Games, the role remains largely invisible but essential, helping ensure that when the moment arrives, athletes can focus on what matters most… the competition itself.