17/05/2022
NEWS STORY
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will continue as title sponsor of the Singapore Grand Prix for three more years, starting with this year's race.
Following an absence of two years due to the pandemic, this year sees the return of the Singapore Grand Prix, one of Formula 1's premier and most-anticipated events, where drivers race through the Marina Bay Street Circuit against the spectacular backdrop of the city's night-time skyline, for further details of which click here.
SIA first signed as title sponsor in 2014 for four years, and subsequently extended it in 2018 and 2020 for two years respectively. This latest three-year extension was announced by SIA Executive Vice President Commercial Lee Lik Hsin and Formula 1 Managing Director of Commercial Brandon Snow.
"This year's highly anticipated Grand Prix will be an important milestone for Singapore, marking the return of a major international sporting event to the city after a two-year disruption due to the pandemic," said Lee Lik Hsin, Executive Vice President, Commercial, Singapore Airlines. "The race will be warmly welcomed by Singapore residents and visitors alike, and will enhance our reputation as a global city.
"SIA's extension of its title sponsorship signals our continued support for both tourism and sports, complements the expansion of our global network, and will bolster Singapore's recovery as a key international air hub."
"We are pleased that Singapore Airlines will continue to be the title sponsor of the Grand Prix for another three years," added Brandon Snow, Managing Director of Commercial, Formula 1. "The Singapore Grand Prix is the original F1 night race, an iconic Formula 1 event loved by fans and drivers, and it returns to the calendar after two years away.
"This year's race will see further use of renewable energy and sustainable materials, and the commitments from Singapore Airlines towards sustainable aviation fuels reflect the continued alignment between all partners and Formula 1 in reducing environmental impact."