UAE’s DP World becomes an official partner of McLaren Formula 1 team

McLaren Racing has announced a major partnership with UAE’s DP World, a multinational logistics company, as an official partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team from 2023.

The partnership will support the F1 team to drive enhanced efficiency, reimagining the team’s supply chain to make it faster and more sustainable.

DP World’s smart logistics solutions will bring clarity to efficiently bridge McLaren’s global and complex supplier network, to support the ongoing development process and on-track performance gains.

At the same time, partnering with motor racing team provides DP World with a global platform to engage with customers, prospects and stakeholders.

This partnership will form an essential part of its business growth plans in the automotive, technology and energy sectors.

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— DP World (@DP_World) February 8, 2023

DP World will also become the lead partner of McLaren APEX, the brand’s off-track business-to-business event programme, promoting influential collaborations across McLaren’s expansive partner network and beyond.

From the 2023 F1 season, DP World branding will feature on the 2023 McLaren F1 cars and the overalls of F1 drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

Zak Brown, CEO, McLaren Racing, said: “Logistics is a significant challenge in a global sport like Formula 1, and DP World’s smart solutions will help us enhance the efficiency of our partner and supply chain network, contributing to performance on and off the track.

“We are proud to partner with a brand that shares our values in sustainability, including our journey to reduce emissions from our sport. We look forward to going racing with DP World in 2023.”

Mohammed Akoojee, chief operating officer – Logistics at DP World, added: “We take great pride in leading innovation in global supply chains and this partnership will showcase our logistics capability alongside one of the most dynamic players in the sector.”

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