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."
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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.” Q&A WITH ELLEN JONES, HEAD As we continue to recognise Earth Month, we spoke with Ellen Jones, Head of Sustainability at Formula 1®, to learn about the organisation's work to achieve its incredible Net Zero by 2030 commitment. Involving everyone from factory to flag, Ellen talks us through the three core values on which their sustainability strategy is based; and why - because of initiatives like F1® in Schools - the future of motorsport looks so bright (or rather, green). Could you tell us about F1®’s approach to environmental sustainability? At F1® we aim to leave a legacy of positive change wherever we race, collaborating our efforts with hosts, teams, partners, and fans, enriching local communities and economies, and supporting the natural environment. In 2019 F1 announced our commitment to be Net Zero by 2030. We approach this goal by involving everyone from the factory to flag: our race promoters, teams, partners, suppliers, and fans. Intense competition on the track and the relentless pursuit of improved performance are the driving forces behind F1’s success. We are applying this approach to our biggest race yet, to Net Zero and we know that we can have a positive impact on and off the track. What are the organisation’s key ambitions? In 2019, Formula 1® launched its Sustainability Strategy, setting out the following ambitions: 1. To achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2030: including delivering 100% sustainable fuels. 2. To leave a legacy of positive change wherever we race. 3. To take steps to build a more diverse and inclusive sport by removing barriers, nurturing talent, and inspiring change. What role does F1® in Schools play within your Sustainability Strategy? F1® in Schools showcases the multiple career opportunities available on and off the track alongside increasing STEM participation and long-term learning. It can also offer support as we uncover the next generation of technology, like advanced sustainable fuels and engineering innovations in logistics. Formula 1® supports the next generation of engineers and wider careers and creating more entry points at all levels of the sport and business for people from all backgrounds. How do you envisage the next generation furthering F1®’s sustainability work? What does the future look like for the sport? Engaging and collaborating with the next generation is a fundamental step in working towards our sustainability efforts. We want to inspire young people to take the next step to reach their goals and to change how they think about their own actions when it comes to sustainability. The future looks very bright, and we look forward to seeing many faces from the F1® in Schools programme, shaping the paddock for years to come. Featured in image: Kinnaree Racing, winners of the Formula 1® Sustainability Award at the 2022 Aramco F1® in Schools World Finals, with Ellen Jones, Head of Sustainability at F1®.
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