F1® MANAGER EXTENDS F1 IN SCHOOLS Frontier Developments will once again partner with Formula 1’s not-for-profit global STEM competition, F1 in Schools, through its F1 management simulation game F1® Manager 2023.
The officially licensed F1® Manager 2023 offers fans the chance to write their own chapter in F1 history as they step into the role of Team Principal at one of 10 2023 F1 teams. From designing components and recruiting talented drivers and key staff, to making reactive, data-led decisions on track, all of which are experienced through broadcast-quality visuals and audio. The title will support the Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals 2023 in Singapore, which will feature a record entry of 68 teams comprising over 400 students from 26 countries. Players will be given the option to send staff to F1 in Schools events in-game via interactive emails. F1® Manager 2023 will also be the title sponsor of the new-for-2023 Nose Cone Challenge. Mimicking a full scale F1 pit stop, the award is for the team that develops a car with a nose that can be dismantled and replaced in the shortest time. “F1® Manager 2023 is all about putting the player in the role of the Team Principal, where much of the team they lead is made up of STEM roles which are vital to on-track performance. We are proud to continue our support of F1 in Schools and the STEM opportunities it creates worldwide, and we look forward to celebrating every team taking part" said Marilena Papacosta, Director of Brand Marketing, Frontier Developments Much like the players of F1® Manager 2023, F1 in Schools teams must design, manufacture and race miniature F1 cars in a mission to increase STEM opportunities globally and increase diversity in STEM roles. This year, the Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals 2023 takes place in Singapore on 10-13 September. “We’re very excited to be continuing our partnership with Frontier Developments for a second year,” said Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman, F1 in Schools. “As is the case in the game, our teams must assign roles and develop their own car design. We find teams can go in very different directions and make varying decisions along the way, as the players will at the helm of their virtual F1 team.” F1® Manager 2023 is available to play now on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
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TRAK RACER PUTS STUDENTS IN THE DRIVING Students attending the Aramco F1 in Schools 2023 World Finals in Singapore will have the opportunity to put their driving skills to the test thanks to Trak Racer. The renowned gaming platform manufacturer, known for its high-end racing and flight simulators, is set to provide its recently launched Alpine Racing TRX for use at the STEM education event.
The first commercial racing simulator co-developed with an F1 team, the Alpine Racing TRX is suitable for both professional drivers and fans alike. Additionally, its fully adjustable seat bracket, wheel mount and pedal tray have been designed alongside BWT Alpine F1 Team engineers, offering a lifelike race experience and has been tested by BWT Alpine F1 drivers Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly. Students at the F1 in Schools event will be able to compete for the fastest lap time on the TRX simulator, with the winner receiving an exclusive Alpine F1 garage tour ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix. Matt Sten, CEO and Founder of Trak Racer comments, “We’re celebrating our 15th anniversary this month, and we’re delighted to be participating in the Aramco F1 in Schools 2023 World Finals! It will be brilliant to provide the students with an up-close insight into the engineering that goes into creating a race simulator as powerful as the Alpine Racing TRX, as well as seeing the incredible work those talented students have invested into the development of their own F1 in Schools cars.” Andrew Denford, CEO and Founder of F1 in Schools, continues, “It’s fantastic to have an Alpine Racing TRX at our event: it gives our students the chance to unleash their inner F1 driver, and experience how it feels to be in the car, rather than designing it for a change.” QATAR AIRWAYS TAKES STUDENTS TO NEW 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." RECORD ENTRIES FOR F1 IN SCHOOLS A record 68 teams will compete at the 2023 Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals in Singapore over the Grand Prix week in September. The record-breaking entry list reflects Formula 1’s increasing global popularity, especially among younger audiences. F1’s TV audience aged 12-17 saw the biggest increase in 2022 (49% year-on-year)* and F1 in Schools offers this age group the opportunity to engage in the sport whilst learning Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematic (STEM) subjects. In addition, 34 percent more women tuned in, echoing F1 in School’s push for diversity in its entries with a 60-40 split between male and female participants in the 2022 World Finals. F1 in Schools is a not-for-profit social enterprise aiming to change the perception of STEM-related subjects through global competition. Students take part in a multi-disciplinary challenge in which they must use professional CAD software to design, analyse, manufacture, test and race miniature air-powered cars. F1 in Schools key aim is to improve educational opportunities in STEM subjects globally, as well as to increase diversity in motorsport and engineering among underrepresented groups. Of the 60 countries where F1 in Schools is active, 26 will be represented by over 400 students, once again offering an extensive reach for the World Finals. “The 2023 Aramco F1 in Schools World Finals is set to be the biggest edition of our global STEM challenge to date,” said Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman, F1 in Schools. “With F1’s growth and an increasing interest in STEM activities, we have been able to branch into new territories and that has been reflected in a record number of entries. We are eagerly anticipating the week of the Singapore Grand Prix to crown our new world champions.”
On 10-13 September, students aged 11-19 from around the world that have succeeded in school, regional and national contests will compete to be crowned world champions. In teams of three-to-six, they will use cars that they designed and manufactured themselves to a comprehensive set of technical regulations using professional CAD software. The competition does not stop at who is fastest on the 20-metre track. A panel of judges, chaired by former Jordan and Jaguar F1 Technical Director Gary Anderson will mark the teams on project management, marketing, teamwork, innovation and communication to determine the winner. “Formula 1 is incredibly proud of its efforts to introduce young students to STEM subjects through a unique competition,” said Stefano Domenicali, Formula 1 CEO. “F1 in Schools is feeding the passion for these topics among the next generation, as a record number of entries is demonstrating. It’s almost guaranteed that at least one future F1 engineer will be among the students taking part in Singapore.” New for this year is the addition of the Halo device and a driver to the model cars, offering a fresh challenge to the teams and making their designs more closely reflective of the F1 cars on which they are based. Teams will also be able to take part in an optional challenge to develop a car with a nose that can be dismantled and replaced in the shortest possible time, mimicking the famous F1 pit stop. Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft will once again host the World Finals award ceremony. The event itself is supported by two F1 Global Partners: Aramco is the title sponsor for the second consecutive year, with Qatar Airways offering support by providing discounted flights to competitors. F1® IN SCHOOLS AND PMIEF EXPAND Leading global STEM challenge, F1® in Schools, has announced an extension of its partnership with Project Management Institute Educational Foundation (PMIEF). An exciting three-year programme of project management training and education, including an expansion into primary schools in key countries, is being developed for the F1®in Schools competition. The expansion of the F1 in Schools X PMIEF partnership, which began three years ago, will build on its success. The initial phase included training, resources, and support from PMIEF to introduce project management processes into the competition. Over the next three years the partnership will focus on continuing this integration, developing an E-learning platform, and launching F1 in Schools Primary Class into 30 new territories. The E-learning platform will be an innovative and exciting new learning environment which will be open to all, reaching new schools and more students with the award-winning F1 in Schools programme. The platform will be content driven with engaging courses bringing STEM to life through Formula 1 with videos, challenges, and a dedicated project management module. The ultimate ambition is to launch a fully digital version of F1 in Schools with no barriers to entry and available to all students to compete virtually. F1 in Schools Primary Class has seen rapid growth and, from its initial launch in the UK, has expanded internationally. With the support of PMIEF, this programme of development will introduce project management skills to 9–11-year-old students in more countries over the next few years, using curriculum resources developed to support classroom learning.. Anabelle Denford, Project Director at F1 in Schools, will be leading the rollout of the expanded PMIEF programme. She commented on the partnership, “I am thrilled to continue the work with PMIEF, building on the success that has been achieved over the last three years, which has already benefited many students to date. Project management is an invaluable and transferable skill for our participants to learn, and we are eager to broaden its scope to encompass new age groups and regions.” Olivier Lazar, PMIEF COO, PMI Vice President for Youth & Social Impact commented: “Supporting F1 in Schools is helping to build competencies for tomorrow. Project management helps our young leaders take an idea and create a plan to help execute it, and the technical skills in engineering and sustainability will help make these ideas and plans a reality. Automotive is one of the fastest changing industries today. The transition to electrical vehicles, autonomous drive and new economic models will shape the way we travel, deliver goods and interact with our planet. All of this creates an opportunity for project managers to make these things happen.. Our expansion into primary schools demonstrates our belief that everyone can benefit from project management, whether as a skill they carry for the rest of their lives."s, or skills they take to design the next Formula 1 race car.” |