Formula 1 announce Qatar Airways as new Global Airline Partner in multi-year deal
Formula 1® and Qatar Airways today announced a multi-year partnership that will see the airline recently voted the best airline in the world become Formula 1’s global airline partner.
Announced today at a motorsports festival in Doha, the partnership sees the airline as title sponsor of three races: the FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX, also taking place in the F1 Calendar will return as FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS GRAN PREMIO DEL MADE IN ITALY E DELL’EMILIA-ROMAGNA 2023 from May 19th to 21st and as FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS HUNGARIAN GRAND PRIX 2023 from July 21st to 23rd.
The deal also includes trackside and digital branding inventory to be showcased to the global F1 audience.
As part of the partnership, Qatar Airways is offering fans the opportunity to purchase a limited number of travel packages to selected Grands Prix to experience the entertainment and spectacle of Formula 1. For these Grands Prix, including the return of FORMULA 1, QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX, fans can purchase return flights to a Grand Prix destination and race tickets, while Qatar Airways remains committed to helping fans travel to their favorite sporting events .
Both Qatar Airways and F1® are committed to working together to reduce the environmental impact of their respective industries through responsible practices. Formula 1 is pioneering the use of advanced sustainable fuels as part of its Net Zero 2030 commitment, while Qatar Airways has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, remaining committed to connecting people and transporting committed to freight while also focusing on environmental sustainability.
As part of the partnership, both companies aim to collaborate on sustainability-focused initiatives to reduce emissions and strive for a greener future.
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1 said:
“As the pinnacle of motorsport, it makes sense for Formula 1 to partner with a world-leading airline like Qatar Airways. We’re two brands committed to providing the best experience for our fans and customers, and our combined global reach makes this a perfect match. We also share a passion for technology and innovation as we all work together for a greener future. We are delighted to welcome Qatar Airways as our global airline partner.”
His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, Chief Executive of Qatar Airways Group said:
“The best partnerships thrive on shared values. Both Qatar Airways and Formula 1 share a passion for innovation, precision and luxury. As a brand, we believe in the power of sport to unite people, so we’ve been selective in choosing the most exciting sporting events and sponsored a variety of new and prominent sporting initiatives.
“With 23 stops on the circuit by 2023, F1 is a global sport that requires a global airline partner that offers extensive global connectivity. Qatar Airways is thus showing the perfect companion for one of the most sought-after motorsports worldwide.”
Qatar Airways was recently named Airline of the Year at the World Airline Awards 2022 and currently flies to more than 150 destinations worldwide, connected through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, currently recognized by ‘Best Airport in the World’ becomes Skytrax World Airport Awards 2022.