The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) supports Nordic combined and snowboard parallel giant slalom (PGS), as the IOC postponed the decision on their inclusion in the 2030 Winter Games until after evaluating data from Milano Cortina 2026. FIS is committed to these disciplines, focusing on enhancing fan engagement and modernizing Nordic combined, including equal prize money for men and women.

Urs Lehmann, former president of the Swiss Ski Federation, has been appointed as the first CEO of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS). Lehmann, once a rival candidate to President Johan Eliasch, will focus on unifying the organization, enhancing governance, and managing sporting operations. His priorities include negotiating broadcast rights for the Alpine World Cup and resolving tensions between FIS and national federations. The appointment takes effect during the FIS Committee meetings from September 23 to 27, 2025.

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has approved a 20% increase in prize money across all World Cup disciplines, with half funded by FIS and the other half by local organizing committees. Starting in the 2025-2026 season, FIS will implement new technical regulations to restrict rigid shin guards in alpine skiing and ski cross, based on medical studies from the University of Innsbruck. FIS President Johan Eliasch aims for fairer financial distribution, while Secretary General Michel Vion emphasizes prioritizing health without compromising fairness. Future host cities for junior and para world championships were also confirmed, including Calgary and Åre.

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) has approved up to a 20% increase in prize money across all World Cup disciplines, with 50% guaranteed by FIS. Alpine skiing stars like Mikaela Shiffrin and Marco Odermatt earned $1 million in 2023, while other disciplines earn significantly less. FIS is also implementing new safety rules for the 2025-26 season, including banning rigid shin pads in alpine skiing due to safety concerns identified in a study with the University of Innsbruck. Michel Vion, FIS Secretary General, emphasized athlete health and safety as a key priority. FIS also confirmed discipline calendars and hosts for future World Championships, including Finsterau (2027 Para Cross-Country), Calgary (2026 Ski Park & Pipe Junior), Madona (2025 Rollerski Junior), Airolo (2026 Aerials & Moguls Junior), and Åre SLK and Skistar (2027 Moguls and Ski Cross Junior).

The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and Azerbaijan have signed a five-year partnership deal from 2026 to 2030. Azerbaijan will be a premium partner for FIS World Championships and a title partner for the FIS World Cup in moguls, aerials, ski and snowboard cross, and the presenting partner of Nordic combined. The deal aims to promote Azerbaijan as a world-class snow sports destination and supports its sustainability goals, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 35% by 2030.