In a significant shift within the Belgian cyclo-cross scene, Jurgen Mettepenningen’s team, formerly known as Pauwels Sauzen–Altez Industriebouw, has secured a new title sponsor, Skylux, effective January 1, 2027. This change marks the end of a nine-year partnership with Pauwels Sauzen, a leading Belgian condiment manufacturer. (wielerflits.nl)
Skylux, a family-owned company based in Harelbeke, specializes in natural daylight solutions and outdoor living products. The agreement with Mettepenningen’s team spans four years, ensuring a stable sponsorship for the squad. (wielerflits.nl)
To bridge the gap until the new sponsorship takes effect, the team has partnered with Immoweb, a prominent Belgian digital real estate portal, which will serve as a co-sponsor for the next three seasons. (wielerflits.nl)
The team, now known as Skylux–Altez Industriebouw, continues to feature prominent riders such as Michael Vanthourenhout and Gerben Kuypers in the men’s category, and Leonie Bentveld and Amandine Fouquenet in the women’s category. Vanthourenhout, a seasoned competitor with over a decade in the sport, remains a central figure in the team’s lineup. (wielerflits.nl)
This strategic sponsorship transition underscores the team’s resilience and commitment to maintaining its competitive edge in the cyclo-cross arena.