Issue 33
COVER STORY
A Sculptured Outcome
The Yas Marina circuit has taken shape, held 2009’s final race in its inauguration and taken the world by storm. But who’s responsible? Who’s at the heart of the development? Who has headed this mammoth development? Paddock Magazine delves deeper into the concept of ADMM and Richard Cregan, the CEO and person responsible for bringing the Yas Marina in on time
COLUMNS
Class Dismissed
With the penultimate event in Sao Paolo hitting the headlines recently for reasons both good and bad, on the other side of the planet, Abu Dhabi has been gearing up to host the Formula One Championship showdown. Paddock Magazine takes a look at just what this phenomenal event means for the locals.
FEATURES
Financial Fun for Ferrari
Ferrari theme park and the largest indoor attraction anywhere, Ferrari World is an intense multi-sensory experience and a must-visit for Ferrari enthusiasts and the casual observer alike. With 20 unique rides, attractions and shows, including the world’s fastest rollercoaster, the Abu Dhabi-based theme park should be on every visitor’s list of attractions as the F1 road show rolls in to town.
Developing a Region
Since its inauguration in 2009, the Yas Marina Circuit has caused quite a stir throughout the world of Formula 1 – because of its action-packed track and sophisticated design.
Abu Dhabi: Holding Steady to Tourism Growth Track
The economic returns of a sold out 2009 Formula 1 Grand Prix significantly benefited the tourism sector and wider economy – a feat which is likely to be repeated and even succeeded this year. Corporate hospitality, networking, media/trade familiarisations and overall exposure of Abu Dhabi have, and will continue to, translate into ongoing business, investment and future tourism returns
Changing Misconceptions
Paddock Magazine’s Thomas Spink realises that one thing the Middle East isn’t shy of is its festival atmosphere and love of a good party. He investigates further, to see what’s in place for the F1 visit and just who is at the centre.
Innovation shines at NBAA
There was an optimistic mood in Atlanta at the 63rd annual NBAA convention, the industry’s biggest business aviation show. The buzz centred on new aircraft programmes, powerplants and aerodynamic enhancements to trusted favourites
Advertising Focus: TW STEEL
TW Steel is celebrating the end of the first year of its three-year association with the Renault F1 Team in its role as ‘Official Timing Partner’.
Nurai
Derived from the Arabic word “nour” meaning ‘light’, the island of Nurai is one of the latest of Abu Dhabi’s developments to catch the fancy of the ultra wealthy.
The Best View In The House
Yas Marina soft-opened on October 1st, 2009. It is the flagship project of Aldar Marina, and is located at the heart of the Yas Marina Circuit, with berthing adjacent to the Formula 1 race track. The award winning Yas Marina is the world’s latest superyacht marina with a capacity of 143 yachts, accommodating vessels ranging between 15m to 70m on an annual basis.
A Chequered Flag Deal
Back in 2002 the Government of Abu Dhabi established the company Mubadala - the Arabic word for ‘exchange’. This initiative was brought under way in conjunction with the Abu Dhabi vision 2030 with the main role of Mubadala being to facilitate the diversification of Abu Dhabi’s economy.
A Fast Track Record Gains Racing Results!
Etihad’s sponsorship of the inaugural Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix showcased both Etihad and Abu Dhabi to a global audience of more than six hundred million people.
DATA
LIFESTYLE
Executive Ofice, Jordy Cobelens – Ceo of TW Steel
Each issue, we take a behind-the-scenes peek at the workspaces of some of motorsport’s most influential figures. Jordy Cobelens sits in his contemporary office at TW Steel HQ situated in Beverwijk, just outside of Amsterdam in The Netherlands.
Under the Hammer - Bond DB5 movie car goes for £3 million
The world famous James Bond 1964 Aston Martin DB5 movie car driven by Sean Connery in Goldfinger and Thunderball, and factory-fitted with the full complement of operational ‘Q-Branch’ gadgets, was sold at auction in London today by RM Auctions, in association with Sotheby’s, in front of a packed audience for £2,912,000.
The only way to start your Grand Prix weekend
The Abu Dhabi Chequered Flag Ball is a magnificent evening of high-octane glitz and glamour, offering F1 lovers the perfect start to a weekend of racing at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. “The perfect prelude to the glamorous action-packed weekend”- Hello! Middle East
Al Bateen Executive Airport Gears Up for F1 Grand Prix
The GCAA-certified Al Bateen Executive Airport, the Gulf Region’s first and only dedicated private aviation airport, operated and managed by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC), is taking the lead in promoting the UAE as the hub for business aviation in the region by announcing an attractive offer during the Etihad Airways’ Formula 1 Grand Prix season
