IPC transfers governance of Para biathlon to IBU

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has transferred the governance of Para biathlon to the International Biathlon Union (IBU) as of 13 July 2022.

The decision follows the unanimous approval of the transfer from the IPC Governing Board during its meeting on 31 May 2022.  

Para biathlon will be managed by the IBU in cooperation with the International Ski Federation and Snowboard (FIS) through a joint Steering Committee. Para biathlon will be integrated into FIS’ general Para sport initiative with the IBU supporting with technical knowledge of biathlon and helping to further develop and improve the competition structure from low-level events through to World Cups and World Championships. Given Para biathlon and Para cross-country share many of the same athletes it was agreed a coordinated approach was necessary to maximise efficiencies and opportunities for the athletes.