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Hexagon Extends Technical Partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 20, 2025 – Metrology specialist Hexagon has announced a multi-year renewal of its long-established innovation partnership with the Oracle Red Bull Racing F1 team. This extension reinforces an 18-year collaboration where Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has provided crucial support through 3D laser scanning and digitalization solutions. The timing of this renewed partnership is particularly significant, as the 2026 season will introduce new technical regulations to Formula 1.

A Partnership Built on Innovation

FIA Drives Motorsport Safety Forward with New E-Learning Modules

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 20, 2025 – The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) has announced the launch of five new Motorsport Medicine eLearning Modules, designed to bolster medical knowledge and preparedness within the global motorsport community. These modules, available through the FIA University, aim to equip staff, volunteers, and drivers with essential skills and best practices for managing medical situations before, during, and after events.

Enhancing Motorsport Medical Expertise

Super Bowl LIX Coverage Wins Best of AP Award

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – The Associated Press (AP) has awarded its prestigious "Best of AP – First Winner" to the team responsible for the comprehensive coverage of Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. This recognition highlights the exceptional multiplatform reporting that went beyond the playing field, capturing the magnitude of this global event.

A Collaborative Effort Across Departments

The Super Bowl is more than just a game; it's a cultural phenomenon. Recognizing this, AP assembled a diverse team of journalists from various departments, including Sports, Photo, Entertainment, Video, Business News, Lifestyles, Audience, Audio, and U.S. News. This collaborative approach ensured a comprehensive and multifaceted report, taking AP’s coverage to new heights. As one team member noted, "The scale of the Super Bowl demands a massive effort, and that's precisely what we delivered."

Kappa Named New Official Supplier of Team Peugeot TotalEnergies

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – Peugeot Sport proudly announces Kappa as its new official equipment supplier. This partnership unites two prominent brands with a shared vision encompassing sport, technology, design, and aesthetics.

A Partnership Between Sport, Technology, and Design

Kappa, a renowned sportswear brand, is recognized for its textile innovation, creating high-performance, comfortable, and stylish equipment. This aligns seamlessly with Peugeot Sport's dedication to pushing technological boundaries in international competitions, notably the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC).

Nico Pino Tests His Skills in the Citroën C3 Rally2

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 19, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 19, 2025 – As part of the Stellantis Motorsport Young Driver Program (YDP), 20-year-old Chilean driver Nico Pino recently experienced his first drive in a Citroën C3 Rally2 during a test session organized by Citroën Racing.

From Track to Rally: A New Challenge

A driver with a background in track and endurance racing, Pino had previously tested the DS E-TENSE FE25 all-electric single-seater at the end of 2024. The Stellantis Motorsport Young Driver Program is designed to identify, train, and develop promising young drivers across various motorsport disciplines.

The HF Look is Back in Style: The New Lancia and Sparco Co-branded Sportswear Line Introduced at the “Rally Racing Meeting”

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 18, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 18, 2025 – The historic partnership between Sparco and Lancia, a motorsport powerhouse during the Eighties and Nineties, is back and stronger than ever as the world-renowned brand makes its return to racing.

A Reunion of Legends

The reunion of these two legendary and iconic Turin-based brands was made official during the “Rally Racing Meeting”—the annual event organized by Miki Biasion which was held on February 8th and 9th at the Vicenza Expo Center with over 10,000 attendees—during a presentation at the really appreciated Lancia stand. The brands are essentially going back to the future in style, uniting heritage and innovation to support Lancia’s return to motorsports and, more generally, to allow fans to feel part of a brand which has always had racing in its DNA.

Supporting Lancia's Return to Motorsport

MIZU Makes a Splash at Boot Düsseldorf 2025 with the World Premiere of the Twiel

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 17, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 17, 2025 – MIZU, a leading innovator in the yachting industry, made waves at Boot Düsseldorf 2025 with the world premiere of its groundbreaking new vessel, the Twiel. This innovative watercraft captivated the attention of the international press and solidified MIZU's commitment to pushing the boundaries of design and technology.

Twiel: A New Era in Yacht Design

The Twiel's unveiling was met with resounding enthusiasm, drawing comparisons to iconic vessels from pop culture, ranging from James Bond's sleek and sophisticated rides to the futuristic Batmobile. This positive reception underscores the Twiel's unique design and its potential to redefine the yachting experience.

"The international press was overwhelmed," said a representative from the MIZU team. "This was a great surprise for us and further confirms our commitment to continue with our concept."

SANLORENZO S.P.A.: THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXAMINED AND APPROVED THE PRELIMINARY CONSOLIDATED RESULTS AS OF 31 DECEMBER 2024

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 13, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 13, 2025 – The Board of Directors of Sanlorenzo S.p.A. today announced preliminary consolidated results for the year ended December 31, 2024, reporting strong growth in net revenues and profitability. The company successfully met its 2024 guidance at all levels.

Financial Highlights

  • Net Revenues New Yachts: €930.4 million, a 10.7% increase year-over-year.
  • EBITDA: €176.4 million, a 12.0% increase year-over-year, with a 19.0% margin on revenues.
  • EBIT: €139.3 million, a 10.6% increase year-over-year, with a 15.0% margin on revenues.
  • Net Cash Position: €112.8 million (gross of acquisitions and extraordinary buy-back).
  • Backlog: Exceeds €1 billion, with 88% covered by final clients.

Key Performance Drivers

Reaxing Partners with University of Verona to Drive Innovation in Sports Science

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 10, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 10, 2025 – Reaxing, a leading innovator in sports technology, is proud to announce its collaboration with the University of Verona and CeRiSM research center in Rovereto, Italy, to advance the field of sports science. This partnership brings together cutting-edge technology and world-class research to unlock new possibilities for athletes, physiotherapists, and professionals.

ReaxRun: Revolutionizing Training and Rehabilitation

At the heart of this collaboration is ReaxRun, the world's first treadmill designed to create unpredictable movements. This innovative technology is being utilized by the University of Verona, ranked 4th globally for Sports Science by ARWU (Academic Ranking of World Universities), and CeRiSM, a renowned research center in sports science and Olympic training for Milano-Cortina 2026, to conduct advanced studies in:

Entries for the Lancia Trofeo Are Officially Open

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – February 7, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 6, 2025 – Lancia's return to the rally world is accelerating. The Sporting Regulations for the highly anticipated Trofeo Lancia, nearing final approval from ACI Sport, are now available, along with the registration form for the one-make championship featuring the new Ypsilon Rally4 HF. This vehicle has already seen strong demand, with over 80 units sold in just three months.

A Rich Prize Pool and Career Opportunity

The Trofeo Lancia boasts a substantial prize pool of €360,000, making it one of the most lucrative in the Italian national rally scene. Beyond the financial rewards, the championship offers a unique opportunity: the winner, if under 35 years old, will join the official Lancia Corse HF team for the 2026 FIA ERC season.

Championship Format and Structure