August 29th, 2023

QATAR AIRWAYS TAKES STUDENTS TO NEW

HEIGHTS AS OFFICIAL AIRLINE OF ARAMCO F1 

​IN SCHOOLS WORLD FINALS ​

In an exclusive sponsorship agreement, Qatar Airways has become the Official Airline of the Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals 2023.

Taking place in Singapore 10th - 13th September, a record-breaking number of participants will attend the Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals, with over 450 students competing. The sponsorship agreement will see all participants eligible for a substantial discount on Qatar Airways flights, as well as in-flight upgrades and excursions. 

As part of the partnership, Qatar Airways is also the sponsor of the Enterprise Portfolio award at the event. Dedicated to the marketing, finance, and sponsorship element of the competition, the recipient of the award will be determined by a panel of judges comprised of industry professionals and chaired by former Jordan and Jaguar F1 Technical Director Gary Anderson. The award will be presented by a Qatar Airways representative at the World Finals awards ceremony, to be held on September 13th at Resorts World Sentosa.  

Andrew Denford, Founder and CEO of F1 in Schools, comments on the new sponsorship agreement: “We are delighted to welcome Qatar Airways as the Official Airline of our global event. In Singapore we will see students from all corners of the world come together to experience an opportunity of a lifetime, and Qatar Airways has played an invaluable role in making it possible for many. To have the support of the World’s Best Airline is truly fantastic for F1 in Schools, and we look forward to continuing our journey together.” 

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said:  "Qatar Airways is immensely proud to be flying over 450 students and members of staff from institutions around the world, facilitating the world’s most exciting STEM challenge and bringing our partners Formula 1 to classrooms. Our dedication to sport, passion for Formula 1, and commitment to fostering innovation, go hand in hand with our belief in using education to nurture the world leaders of tomorrow. By engaging with talented students in this competition, we aim to ignite their passion for learning, fuel their creativity, and pave the way for a brighter future in the aviation and motorsport industries, and beyond." ​