Running a global esports circuit is about far more than what viewers see on screen. Behind every BLAST tournament is a complex logistics operation that has to work flawlessly across continents, venues, and time zones. For the 2026 season and beyond, BLAST is strengthening that backbone through a new multi-year partnership with EFM Global.
We’re excited to announce a new multi-year partnership with @EFM_Group, who join BLAST as our Official Global Logistics Partner for 2026 and beyond 🌍
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— BLAST (@BLASTEsports) January 13, 2026
BLAST has officially named EFM Global as its Official Global Logistics Partner, tasking the world-leading logistics specialist with managing the production and technical infrastructure behind more than 20 international esports events each year.
How EFM Global Supports BLAST’s Global Circuit
Under the agreement, EFM Global will play a central role in delivering BLAST’s world-class tournaments across multiple regions. That responsibility covers the movement and setup of critical production equipment, staging, and broadcast technology required to deliver a consistent Tier 1 esports experience worldwide.
Each BLAST event involves the transportation of up to 18 tonnes of air freight, alongside multi-container sea freight and international road transport. EFM will also oversee the movement of server farms, broadcast systems, staging structures, truss builds, LED architecture, and competition-grade technology kits that power both live audiences and global broadcasts.
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The scale of this operation highlights just how demanding modern esports events have become, especially as BLAST continues to expand its international calendar.
Integration Across Broadcasts And Fan Experiences
Beyond logistics, the partnership includes full integration of the EFM Global brand across BLAST’s global ecosystem. This will include digital and physical logo placements during broadcasts, as well as branded content across BLAST’s social media channels.
BLAST has also confirmed plans to produce bespoke content highlighting EFM’s operational role, including an aftermovie that pulls back the curtain on what it takes to deliver Tier 1 esports events around the world. Branded daily segments are expected to appear across both social platforms and live broadcasts throughout the season.
Industry Leaders On Why Logistics Matter In Esports
James Brown, Commercial Director at BLAST, described the partnership as a key step in maintaining the organiser’s global standards.
“EFM is the gold standard in event logistics, and we’re thrilled to welcome them as our Official Global Logistics Partner for 2026 and beyond,” Brown said. “Their expertise helps us deliver unforgettable esports experiences for fans around the world. This partnership strengthens the operational backbone of what makes BLAST events truly world-class.”
EFM Global also pointed to the unique challenges that esports presents compared to traditional live events.
“What makes esports uniquely complex is the fusion of elite sport, broadcast television and touring production,” said Marcel Meyer, Global VP Events at EFM Global. “Teams arrive with high-performance support crews because the athletes perform at exceptional reflex thresholds. That competitive standard drives enormous technical expectations behind the scenes, and that is where EFM and BLAST thrive.”
A Packed 2026 Calendar Across Multiple Esports
BLAST’s 2026 calendar already includes a wide range of international destinations, with EFM’s first event as an official partner set to be a Counter-Strike tournament in Rotterdam. The season is already underway following the BLAST Bounty Winter 2026 finals in Malta, which ran from January 22 to 26 and delivered one of the circuit’s most-watched events so far.
Throughout the year, BLAST will continue producing competitions across multiple major titles, including Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, Rocket League, Fortnite, Rainbow Six Siege X, and Brawl Stars. The organiser also works closely with leading publishers such as Valve, Epic Games, Supercell, and Ubisoft.
As BLAST continues to scale its global operations, the partnership with EFM Global underlines just how critical logistics have become in delivering seamless esports events at the highest level.