FIRST PHASE OF WORK AT SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS GETS UNDERWAY
Slated to host the EWC 24H Spa Motos in June 2022, the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps has launched the first phase of work to prepare for the return of international motorcycle racing. A total of €80 million has been set aside for the renovation work... Championship will be held in June 2022. Spa-Francorchamps has to meet FIM safety standards to once again host the Endurance World Championship. The process is now underway: the launch of the first phase of work has just been announced. The renovation project is
Renovation work on the Circuit's infrastructure have started
The renovation works of the Circuit infrastructures to be carried out within the more general framework of the investments announced last year for the return of motorcycle endurance on the track in 2022 with the 24H SPA MOTOS of the FIM EWC World Championship have started. The paddocks are also entitled to their facelift with a renovation of the red Paddock area, part of which goes down one floor for a better configuration of the site! ☺
Investing for the future: first phase of work in relation to the return of the EWC 24H SPA MOTOS international competition"
Today, the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps is delighted to announce the start of the process for the first phase of work regarding the return of the EWC 24H SPA MOTOS international competition. In mid-May 2019, the Circuit, in conjunction with... work is divided into two main areas: The track The infrastructure. The Track: To host the EWC 24H SPA MOTOS, the track needs FIM homologation to grade C . The Circuit was committed to retaining the track layout without compromising it. Thus, work will
MASCOT WORKWEAR BECOMES NEW OFFICIAL WORKWEAR SUPPLIER
logistics and high delivery reliability are also crucial for our customers. TESTED TO WORK - a slogan and a key working strategy. Testing and controlling methods, products, and suppliers are essential components of our strategic approach. This is why we...The Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps has entered a partnership with MASCOT® WORKWEAR, which means the workshop employees will be dressed in MASCOT’s workwear until 2026. MASCOT® WORKWEAR has had ties to the world of motorsport for several years already
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to pair the works completed on the track with the vitally necessary work on infrastructure so as to have better facilities to host spectators. We will keep you updated in a more detailed way every week about the state of progress of these works, for...The works intended to obtain the double FIA/FIM official approval that will allow the return of motorcycle endurance to Spa-Francorchamps started on the 15th of November. A month before that the construction machines had started working on the area
The Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps begins resurfacing almost half of its track in three sections.
Blanchimont bend to the Eau Rouge bend, including the fastlane of the F1 pitlane - T4 to T8, from Kemmel to the Brussels bend - From T14 to T15, i.e. from the Campus bend to the Paul Frère bend. These major works, which follow on from the resurfacing work... work may seem short, and the resurfacing to be carried out quickly, but their studies have shown that it is possible to drive on the track the day after the work has been completed. It has also been shown that laying new tarmac requires specific
Francorchamps : 100 years of the motorbike
, as from the following year, they needed to share this wonderful playground with cars. “FRANCORCHAMPS 100 YEARS OF THE MOTORBIKE” is a high-end work which recalls, in text and pictures, the history of the motorbike at Francorchamps. It was thanks to... on the motorbike. The ‘bikers will appreciate it. This “collector” item is simultaneously a historical book and one centring on motorbikes, a work to give to someone or treat oneself to. This exceptional book should be ordered without delay, because
Total 24 Hours of Spa Update
SRO Belgium fully respects the decision announced today by the Belgian government to prohibit large gatherings in the country until 31 August due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the 2020 Total 24 Hours of Spa was originally scheduled to take place on 23-26 July, the race will now move to a revised date later in the year in compliance with these guidelines. With so much hard work and passion already invested in the event's long-term preparation, it is naturally disappointing that it can not be
24H SPA EWC Motos : PHA Claude Michy appointed general coordinator of the 24H SPA EWC MOTOS
, a mythical place for motorsport. We will be part of a team that will do everything possible to satisfy the public and the teams and succeed with the return of motorcycle racing to the highest world level on a track that will benefit from major work... delighted with this collaboration made possible by a strong spirit of partnership established by François Ribeiro, Head of Discovery Sports Events. While work began a few days ago on the track to obtain the FIM Grade C licence for the return of
We’d like to wish each one of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2021.
Dear All It has been unquestionably a very atypical year that’s now coming to an end. Thanks to the unwavering motivation of the team and the help of numerous contributors who work with us, we have managed to organise the majority of our races and track days as best as possible under the circumstances. Of course we have been without our spectators, fans and visitors this season. Of course we are thinking of those who were forced to postpone their event. Of course we are also thinking of our
Bad weather at the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps
, the support services of the Province have asked to be free to offer their assistance and emergency services to the general population. The teams of the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps are already at work in order to be able to resume activities from
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Over the next few weeks, we will be showing you regularly some photos of the progress of the works taking place on the Spa-Francorchamps Circuit in our #workinprogress section. Today, you can discover the works related to the infrastructure around the track: the Raidillon and the grandstand in front of the Endurance pits.
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Endurance grandstand, Raidillon, corners...
Construction works on the Endurance grandstand and terraces have begun at the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps
After an exceptional year in terms of attendence at races and sporting events, the general public remains the centre of attention at the Circuit. With this in mind a new phase of works has started so that high quality infrastructure and facilities can be offered to our spectators, completing those works that took place last year. The track season had not yet closed when the works began on 10 October on the construction of the new grandstand and terraces opposite the Endurance pits, along the
THE SPA RALLY IS POSTPONED UNTIL 2021
Notwithstanding the hard work and enthusiasm of all the parties involved, they have unfortunately been unable to reverse the trend. This Wednesday morning DG Sport is officially obliged to postpone the Spa Rally until 2021, namely the final round of... current context. “Despite the excellent work and all the professionalism of the DG Sport company, whom I wish to congratulate and underline, I found myself obliged to request the postponement of the Spa Rally, Sophie Delettre, the Mayor of Spa explained
Almost ready for the off: the 2016 season!
Just like every year at this time, and after a long winter period of hard work, the Circuit is preparing to open its doors for a new season. In fact, the first event of the annual operating calendar to welcome in new visitors will take place on Wednesday, 16 March. And the opportunity of this symbolic date is given up to the team of José Close and JCL Driving. Once again this year, the calendar of the most beautiful Circuit in the world is absolutely full, and its dynamic team will have no time
Mission H24 - Hydrogen is promising
There are no consumption or performance targets for Mission H24’s demonstration at Spa. The car on the track is a prototype (LMP3) that is still at the experimental phase. The development work has yet to begin. So seeing the car complete its first few miles last January, and watching it set the pace as the leading car and clocking up top speeds of 300 kph is more than just promising. Yannick Dalmas, driver of the leading car: “it’s a privilege to be part of such an event, to take the wheel of
COMPETITION
have their special favourites! Up to you to decide whether to create your work alone or with a co-creator! The competition is open from the 5th of May to the 31st of August. You will be able to find out about the prize winners and their creations...The Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps, in partnership with Walug (Wallonia Lego® User Group A.S.B.L.), and Xavier, from Liège, finalist of Lego Master France, offer you a free competition, exceptional free creation of works in Lego® related to the
MR NOGUES WILL SET SPA ITALIA ALIGHT!
In the world of motorcycle stunts, he is a highly special case! For near on 12 years Mr Nogues has been defying the laws of equilibrium at the handlebars of super powerful machines! Always attired … James Bond style, he will be one of the stars of the 2023 edition of SpaItalia on Sunday 11th June on the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps! “DG Sport continues to work hard at improving the quality of the entertainment being offered during the 20thanniversary of SpaItalia, Florian Jupsin, in the name of
Total 24 Hours of Spa and SRO Spa Speedweek set for spectacular comeback in 2021
Test days confirmed for 22/23 June, public welcomed free of charge SRO Spa Speedweek returns on 23-25 July with free entry Total 24 Hours of Spa returns to traditional summer date (29 July-1 August) Work is well underway to ensure that next year's Total 24 Hours of Spa and SRO Spa Speedweek provide spectators with an unforgettable return to the legendary Ardennes venue, including activities both on and off the circuit. The festivities will begin with the official Total 24 Hours of Spa test days
