Acronis #TeamUp Partnership With South Africa DHL Stormers

Acronis International GmbH announced its latest Acronis #TeamUp partnership with South African rugby team the DHL Stormers.

Supported by Altitude Sync (Pty) Ltd, a Cape Town-based cloud aggregator specializing in data loss protection and cybersecurity solutions, this partnership reinforces Acronis’ commitment to expanding its presence and strengthening cybersecurity infrastructure across South Africa.

Altitude Sync will provide the DHL Stormers with Acronis’ advanced cybersecurity and data protection services

“Winning is the top priority for professional Rugby teams, and our job is to equip them with the technology to stay focused on success. Expanding our presence in South Africa is a key step for Acronis, and we are proud to partner with the DHL Stormers alongside Altitude Sync,” said Jacques Smit, country manager of South Africa, Acronis. “With Altitude Sync’s expertise and our world-class cyber protection, we ensure the DHL Stormers’ critical data remains secure, so they can concentrate on performance both on and off the field.“

As the Acronis #CyberFit Delivery Partner, Altitude Sync will provide the DHL Stormers with Acronis’ advanced cybersecurity and data protection services. Managed through a single console, Acronis offers reliable security and backup solutions tailored to the needs of modern organizations, including sports teams. This includes access to Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, Advanced Backup, Advanced Management, and Advanced Security + XDR, ensuring the DHL Stormers’ digital infrastructure remains secure and resilient.

“By combining our expertise in secure cloud solutions with Acronis’ cutting-edge technology, we are equipping the DHL Stormers with the protection they need to operate without disruption.” said Dale Hurwitz, CEO, Altitude Sync. “This exciting partnership with the DHL Stormers reflects our passion in delivering innovative, secure, and scalable solutions to our Partners nationally that supports their long-term success. A cornerstone to our vision of this partnership includes growing skills and knowledge in the IT Security industry which in turn creates jobs and supports the local economy.” 

Based in Cape Town, the DHL Stormers are one of the best supported rugby teams in the world boasting a team full of international stars. They compete in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship and Investec Champions Cup competitions in which they have a strong track record of success. They claimed the inaugural Vodacom URC title in 2022, lifting the trophy at their home ground DHL Stadium and went on to host the Grand Final the following season as well.

“Just as preparation and adaptability are crucial to success on and off the field, securing our digital infrastructure is key to our operations,” said Stormers Rugby chief commercial officer Leontine De Sutter. “This partnership with Acronis and Altitude Sync gives us confidence that our data and systems are protected vs. cyber threats, allowing us to keep our eye on the ball.”

Service providers are invited to join the Acronis #TeamUp Program to deliver Acronis Cyber Protection solutions to world-class and global professional sports teams.