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March 2026
DenizBank AG Supports the Austrian Disabled Sports Association (ÖBSV)
DenizBank AG is making a strong statement for inclusion and social responsibility: the bank is committed to equal opportunities in sports and beyond by supporting the Austrian Disabled Sports Association (ÖBSV). This partnership underlines DenizBank AG’s commitment not only to emphasize social responsibility but to actively live it.
Winter Paralympics in Milan
Just before the upcoming Winter Paralympics in Milan and Cortina, this commitment takes on special significance. Athletes with disabilities inspire every day through determination, team spirit, and perseverance — values that are also firmly embedded in DenizBank AG’s corporate philosophy.
Central Platform for Inclusion
“Performance knows no limits — neither in sports nor in society. With our support of the ÖBSV, we want to help ensure that all people have the opportunity to reach their full potential,” explains Hayri Cansever, CEO of DenizBank AG. “This cooperation is not a coincidence but an expression of genuine appreciation and our conviction that businesses can only be sustainably successful if they take social responsibility.”
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For decades, the ÖBSV has served as a central platform for inclusion in Austrian sports. Through training and competition opportunities for people with disabilities, the association creates perspectives, motivation, and greater visibility in society.
ÖBSV President Julian Hadschieff emphasizes: “Sport and physical activity are an important driver of inclusion: they strengthen self-confidence, promote independence, and enable social participation for people with disabilities. The support from DenizBank AG is a strong signal for disability sports in Austria. This partnership opens valuable opportunities for our athletes — from youth development to the Paralympic elite. Together, we are sending a clear message for a future in which performance, diversity, and participation are taken for granted.”
For decades, the ÖBSV has served as a central platform for inclusion in Austrian sports. Through training and competition opportunities for people with disabilities, the association creates perspectives, motivation, and greater visibility in society.
ÖBSV President Julian Hadschieff emphasizes: “Sport and physical activity are an important driver of inclusion: they strengthen self-confidence, promote independence, and enable social participation for people with disabilities. The support from DenizBank AG is a strong signal for disability sports in Austria. This partnership opens valuable opportunities for our athletes — from youth development to the Paralympic elite. Together, we are sending a clear message for a future in which performance, diversity, and participation are taken for granted.”
About DenizBank AG
DenizBank AG was founded in 1996 and is an Austrian universal bank. It is subject to the Austrian Banking Act and is a member of the statutory uniform deposit protection scheme AUSTRIA GmbH. DenizBank AG is part of the DenizBank Financial Services Group.
About ÖBSV
The Austrian Disabled Sports Association (ÖBSV) is the umbrella organization for disability sports in Austria and represents the interests of people with disabilities, from grassroots sports to the Paralympic elite.
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Armand Feka
Head of Corporate Communications & Marketing
DenizBank AG
Thomas-Klestil-Platz 1 A-1030 Wien
Tel: +43 664 8556630
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Head of Corporate Communications & Marketing
DenizBank AG
Thomas-Klestil-Platz 1 A-1030 Wien
Tel: +43 664 8556630