NEWS RELEASE (#2026-02) IDBF Returns to its Founding City with Hong Kong Incorporation The International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) has taken a significant step in its long‑term global strategy with the formal incorporation of International...
Cathay Pacific Exclusive Offer for Clubs competing at the 15th IDBF Club Crew World Championships Cathay Pacific is pleased to support the 15th IDBF Club Crew World Championships (CCWC2026) with an exclusive offer of up to 10% off the...
NEWS RELEASE (#2026-01) IDBF President Represents Global Dragon Boat Community at the 6th Asian Beach Games IDBF President Claudio Schermi is in Sanya representing the global dragon boat community at the 6th Asian Beach Games — one of Asia’s most...
Bulletin 2 The information in Bulletin No.2 is complementary to Bulletin No. 1. The two Bulletins together serve as the complete guidance to date. The International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) and the Chinese Taipei Dragon Boat Association...
Dear Clubs, This is a reminder that Provisional Entries for the 15th IDBF Club Crew World Championships – Hualien 2026 close on 18 February 2026. If your club intends to race, please ensure your entry is submitted before the deadline. Key...
The International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) and the Chinese Taipei Dragon Boat Association (CTDBA), cordially invite all crews from clubs affiliated with IDBF Members to participate in the 15th IDBF Club Crew World Championships (CCWC) in...
Official Invitation 15th IDBF Club Crew World Championships, Hualien, Chinese Taipei 29 August to 6 September 2026 To: All IDBF Members The International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF), in association with the Chinese Taipei Dragon Boat Association...
NEWS RELEASE (#2025-17) IDBF President’s Visit Strengthens Dragon Boat Development in Brazil International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) President Claudio Schermi has concluded a two‑week (4–19 December) official mission to Bahia, Brazil,...
NEWS RELEASE (#2025-16) IDBF Congress 2025: Hong Kong Incorporation, Strategic Vision, and Mid-Term Elections Propel the Sport Forward The International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) concluded its historic online Congress on November 21–22,...
NEWS RELEASE (#2025-15) Dragon Boating Shines at United Through Sports World Children’s Festival 2025 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — 22 November 2025. The spirit of teamwork and inclusion came alive at the United Through Sports (UTS) World...
NEWS RELEASE (#2025-14) IDBF President Claudio Schermi Elected to AIMS Council for a Four-Year Term Lausanne, Switzerland – 27 October 2025. The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) successfully concluded its General Assembly...
NEWS RELEASE (#2025-13) Hualien Signs MoU to Host the 2026 IDBF Club Crew World Championships The IDBF President Claudio Schermi today led the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) confirming Hualien as host of the 15th IDBF Club...