On the eve of the new season, Force India has announced the arrival of Koni, Consorcio Aristos and FICREA as its latest partners.

Shock absorber specialist Koni joins the team as a technical partner to develop new damper technology with a mission to help improve performance in this crucial area of the car.

Consorcio Aristos is a Mexican construction company with a long history of engineering excellence dating back to 1956, according to the company its; "passion for innovation and efficiency makes Formula One a logical platform to raise brand awareness".

Finally, FICREA is a financial institution specialising in capital investment services to small and medium-sized manufacturing companies across Mexico. This partnership represents their first involvement in Formula One as they look to capitalise on the ever-growing popularity of the sport in Mexico.

"Announcing three new partners is a great way to kick off the start of the new season," said Vijay Mallya. "Koni are experts in damper technology and we hope to benefit from a close working relationship to help drive forward our competitiveness.

"The arrival of Consorcio Aristos and FICREA confirms the appeal of Sahara Force India to global brands keen to support our efforts in the World Championship. Together with all our partners I thank them for their support and look forward to rewarding them with success on the track."