Partial reopening of the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps
Government’s official statement. PRESS RELEASE Partial reopening of the Circuit of Francorchamps The Minister-President of Wallonia, Elio Di Rupo, and the Minister of the Economy, Willy Borsus, welcome the decision taken this morning by the Consultation... prior training can take place behind closed doors. However, these two authorisations are only valid on condition that social distancing and hygiene and sanitary measures are strictly respected. Elio Di Rupo, Minister-President of Wallonia Willy
Mission accomplished for the H24 at Spa-Francorchamps
Industrial Symbiosis and the Automobile Club de l'Ouest . Pierre Fillon, President of the ACO and co-president of MissionH24, as well as MissionH24 partners, Richard Mille and Pierre-Gautier Caloni (TotalEnergies), Frédéric Lequin, CEO of FIA WEC
24H SPA MOTOS Retour du championnat du monde FIM EWC à Spa-Francorchamps
d’adapter le plus beau circuit du monde aux normes de sécurité FIM sans dénaturer son tracé originel et en respectant les normes FIA pour la Formule 1, en coordination avec les deux fédérations internationales. Le Président de circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Melchior Wathelet et sa directrice générale, Nathalie Maillet, ont porté ce projet avec détermination depuis nos premières discussions en mai 2016. Je remercie Pierre-Yves Jeholet, Vice-Président du gouvernement Wallon et Ministre
Formula 1 announces multi-year extension with the Belgian Grand Prix
place on 25-27 July and will see the return of the F1 Sprint to the track, providing fans with even more great racing entertainment across all three days of the race weekend. Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, said: “The Belgian... to pay tribute to the promoter and the Government of Wallonia for their dedication and passionate support for Formula 1 in Belgium.” Pierre-Yves Jeholet , Vice President of the Walloon Government and Minister of the Economy, said: “I am delighted
MissionH24 reaches out to bumper crowds at Spa-Francorchamps
president and MissionH24 joint chair, with Amaury Bertholomé, CEO of the Circuit de Spa Francorchamps, alongside him. A record crowd of over 72,000 spectators were treated to a preview of tomorrow’s zero-emission racing. MissionH24 and Spa... Yoshihiro Nakata, President of Toyota Europe, and three-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Kazuki Nakajima.
Inauguration of the new infrastructure of the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps
presence of the Vice-President and Minister of the Economy of Wallonia, Willy Borsus, the Minister and President of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation Pierre-Yves Jeholet, the Minister of Sporting Infrastructures Adrien Dolimont and the Vice-President and... impact and actively promote the sustainable mobility of tomorrow." Willy Borsus, Vice-President and Minister of the Economy of Wallonia : "I am very happy to be present here today for this inauguration within a legendary circuit that has hosted and
Formula 1 annonce les sites des six épreuves de Sprint F1 en 2023
une action compétitive sur la piste pendant les trois jours du week-end de course lors des Grands Prix sélectionnés. Melchior Wathelet, président de Spa Grand Prix : « Le fait que la FOM choisisse notre circuit pour accueillir une ‘Spint Race‘ est
FIA ANNOUNCES DECISION TO DEFER ELECTRIC SWITCH TO 2022
currently competing in, or looking to enter the series, which was conceived with sustainability and cost control at its core. FIA President Jean Todt commented: “While the current situation has made it necessary to defer the switch to electric by one year... cars in this FIA championship." Paul Bellamy, Senior Vice President of Motorsports Events at IMG, the promoter of the FIA World Rallycross Championship, said: “We support the decision to delay the introduction of electric rallycross to the world
24H SPA EWC Motos : Motorcycle endurance to return to Spa-Francorchamps on 4 and 5 June 2022
our Circuit was a motorcycle race and we are celebrating our centenary year since August 2021.” Jos Driessen, President of the FMB (Belgian Motorcycle Federation) "Organised since 1971 by the A.M.C. RAC JUNIOR LIEGE, and from 1973 taking place on the... the world’s most beautiful circuit.” Jorge Viegas, FIM President “It is with great pride that we can announce the return of the 24H Spa EWC Motos! After two difficult years during which our promoter Discovery Sports Events, the organisers, the
MissionH24, sustainable action at Spa-Francorchamps
progress achieved by this new technology. While the H24 will be displayed in the fan zone edutainment village, ACO president Pierre Fillon will take to the track at 10:00 on Saturday in the LMPH2G with Amaury Bertholomé, Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps CEO, in the passenger seat. For the team, this is an ideal opportunity to showcase the research undertaken by motorsport in the quest for carbon-free racing and mobility. Pierre Fillon, ACO President and MissionH24 Joint Chair: « At a time when the
14 & 15 April 2016 Spa 400, a new meeting during the Easter weekend!!!!
Touring cars, Silhouettes and GTs will be getting into an intense battle. Raphael Van der Straten, President of the BGDC: "This new meeting will focus on two endurance races, including the SPA 400. Starting on Saturday, a 240-minute race will bring together the competitors of the German VDD 'NES500', among which are the '318TI Cup' and the well-known BMW Racing Cups, the Belgian BMW M235i Racing Cup & the BMW Clubsport Trophy. And that will guarantee 50 cars on the starting grid. With regards
Mission H24 - Hydrogen is promising
. We were eager to see the demonstration of a hydrogen racing car. It’s great that Spa is the launch pad for Mission H24." Pierre-Gautier Caloni, Vice President of Total’s Sponsorship and Racing division: “Once again, the competitive sphere serves as
Le Formula 1 Rolex Belgian Grand Prix 2020 se tiendra à huis-clos le 30 août prochain.
« Promoteur » actuel jusqu’en 2022 ». Pour Melchior Wathelet, Président de Spa Grand Prix : « Notre secteur, tourné vers le sport et le divertissement, semble bien futile en cette période. Mais nous espérons que l’annonce de la reprise du championnat
Les 4 Heures de Spa-Francorchamps avancées au dimanche 9 août
toujours la santé de nos compétiteurs, de notre paddock et de nos fans. « Nous profitons également de ce communiqué pour souhaiter à chacun de prendre soin de soi et de ses proches. » Pierre Fillon, Président de l’Automobile Club de l’Ouest : « Dans
EWC Cares launches as FIM Sustainability week begins
importance of implementing sustainable practices at sporting events. Sustainable development of our planet is a necessity and our purpose is to be sustainable in the areas where we operate.” Jorge Viegas, President, Fédération Internationale
The Total 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps postponed until 15 August
their loved ones in the weeks to come.” Pierre Fillon, President of the ACO: “An exceptional decision for an exceptional situation. In the context of what we are all going through now, the reprogramming of the WEC’s Season 8 calendar required certain..., notably TV, and with our competitors.” Richard Mille, President of the FIA Endurance Commission: “Despite the extreme circumstances, it is our priority to protect the FIA World Endurance Championship season and all parties involved, including teams
Spa-Francorchamps au coeur de l'Euregio Meuse-Rhin et de l'hydrogène !
communs. La déclaration, baptisée ‘The Francorchamps Hydrogen Initiative’ a démarré avec la signature du Ministre Philippe Henry, Vice-Président et Ministre wallon du Climat de L’Énergie, de la Mobilité et des Infrastructures. Sa présence au Circuit... la décarbonation des secteurs réputés impossibles à décarboner. » Philippe Henry, Vice-Président et Ministre wallon du Climat, de l’Énergie, de la Mobilité et des Infrastructures. « Le Luxembourg se réjouit du lancement de l'Initiative Hydrogène
The Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps is honoured to launch an official 2-Euro commemorative coin
On the occasion of a ceremony organised on the Circuit, Mathieu Bihet, the Federal Minister for Energy, Pierre-Yves Jeholet, Vice-President of the Government of Wallonia and Minister of the Economy, Industry, Digital, Employment and Training, along... special for generations of fans”. Pierre-Yves Jeholet, Vice-President of the Government of Wallonia and Minister for the Economy, Industry, Digital, Employment and Training: “The Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps, a heritage jewel and showpiece for
The 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps brought forward to Sunday 9 August
. As everyone knows, we will always prioritise the health of our competitors, our paddock and our fans. “We also take the opportunity to implore everyone to take care of themselves and their loved ones.” Pierre Fillon, President of the ACO: “In the
MissionH24 running at the TotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps
symbolic of the link between MissionH24 and the legendary Belgian track: Pierre Fillon, president of the ACO, at the wheel, and Amaury Bertholomé, general director of the Spa-Francorchamps circuit, as passenger. May 11, 2024 will be a new milestone