Dimitri Abdushelishvili Signs Agreement with French Specialist on the “National Swimming Center” and Other Large-Scale Projects
The President of the Georgian National Federation of Aquatic Sports, Dimitri Abdushelishvili, has signed an agreement with French specialist Olivier Sangaria on the development of a swimming strategy for Georgia. The agreement on the swimming development strategy includes large-scale projects, among them the establishment of a “National Swimming Center,” which will operate under the Federation. Olivier Sangaria is a renowned swimming specialist and has coached multiple Olympic, World, and European champions. He is also known for his unique programs for swimmers, aimed at refining swimming techniques, retraining coaches, and promoting overall athletic development. The signing ceremony was attended by members of the Georgian National Federation of Aquatic Sports and representatives of the Federation’s Board.
Antonio Silva, congratulates Dimitri Abdushelishvili on being elected as the President of the Georgian Aquatics Sports National Federation
The President of European Aquatics, Antonio Silva, congratulates Dimitri Abdushelishvili on being elected as the President of the Georgian Aquatics Sports National Federation. The letter reads: Dear Mr. Abushelishvili, Dear Colleagues of Georgian Aquatics, On behalf of the President of European Aquatics, Mr António Silva, I would like to extend our warmest congratulations on your election as President of the Georgian Aquatic Sports National Federation. Your appointment marks an important moment for Georgian Aquatics, and we are confident that under your leadership the Federation will continue to grow and strengthen its position within the European aquatic community. We would also like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank former President Aleksandre Nikolaishvili for the constructive cooperation and commitment demonstrated throughout his mandate. The collaboration between Georgian Aquatics and European Aquatics has been highly valued, and we look forward to building upon this positive foundation together with you.European Aquatics remains fully committed to supporting Georgian Aquatics across all disciplines, and we look forward to continued close cooperation in the years ahead." Dimitri Abdushelishvili is the new President of the Georgian Aquatics Sports Federation. ▪ For reference, Dimitri Abdushelishvili was born on June 18, 1973, in Tbilisi. ▪ He graduated from the Faculty of International Economics at Tbilisi State University. ▪ For a certain period, he worked at the National Bank of Georgia. ▪ He was one of the experienced and seasoned players of the 1973 generation of water polo, playing as a forward. He played in the national team. ▪ From the late 1990s, his career developed abroad. ▪ Dimitri Abdushelishvili is a patron, businessman, and veteran water polo player — he recently established a new water polo team, “Apollo,” which became the champion of Georgia in its very first year. He founded his own company in Central Asia and continues to work in the private sector to this day. His business activities cover the logistics field and include large-scale projects such as the Middle Corridor and the transit hub. He was one of the investors and a passionate supporter of the construction of Anaklia. After returning to Georgia, he laid the foundation for the construction of the Batumi port terminal, which became one of the key hubs in the direction of the Middle Corridor. He is the author of the idea and financial supporter of many nationally significant projects, such as the unique edition of The Knight in the Panther’s Skin, with the participation of the internationally renowned artist, Guji Amashumeli. The original version of this edition is preserved at the United Nations Headquarters. He is also a supporter of numerous patriotic and nationally important initiatives. ▪ He has a spouse and four children.
