Girmay praises NSN’s environment, team spirit, and its strong sprint train, stressing collaboration and motivation among teammates.

There is uncertainty over co-owner Sylvan Adams’ day-to-day involvement and how the rebrand will affect racing stability in 2026 and beyond.

Girmay is attracted by a potential salary exceeding one million euros per year and the chance to contribute to a project focused on developing African cycling.

His transfer was influenced by the merger turbulence between Lotto and Intermarché-Wanty, which affected his long-term plans with Intermarché-Wanty.

The signing aligns with NSN’s Racing for Change initiative, including projects like the Field of Dreams in Rwanda and expanding opportunities for African riders and Eritrean cycling.

A new era for NSN Cycling Team begins as Biniam Girmay signs a three-year contract, signaling the team’s shift after rebranding from Israel-Premier Tech.

At 25, Girmay aims to win more races and classics, with Gent-Wevelgem highlighted as his current major victory and a broader goal of claiming bigger titles.

It also complements NSN’s aim to improve the lives of African children through cycling via Racing for Change.

Arbitration with the UCI over disputes from the former Israel-Premier Tech era is ongoing, while NSN promotes community initiatives such as a cycling track project in Rwanda.

The move could double Girmay’s salary, positioning him among cycling’s top earners and aligning with his strengths in one-day races, rolling terrain, and sprint finishes.

NSN’s backing includes high-profile co-founders, such as Andres Iniesta, underscoring ambitious ambitions for the project.

Contract structures indicate Mullen’s World Tour tenure extending to a 12-season span within NSN, positioning him as a central figure in sprint development for 2026 onward.