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spectacle. He adds: “Plans are in motion
to get as many of our customers and
stakeholders involved in the event as
possible, from local school children to
the CEOs of major events companies.
We want this to be a hugely unique
celebration for the events industry.
“The event has sold incredibly well
since tickets were launched and we
are working closely with Formula E to
incorporate additional grandstands
outside to accommodate unprecedented
demand for tickets and ensure that as
many spectators as possible can witness
the ABB FIA Formula E Championship on
its London return.”
In an exclusive interview Formula
E team told Access that the Brits also
have another strong reason to support
the event: “The championship has five
British drivers, more than any other
nation. Alexander Sims (BMW/Andretti
Motorsport), Sam Bird (Envision Virgin
Racing), Oliver Rowland (Nissan/e.dams),
Oliver Turvey (NIO333 FE Team) and
James Calado (Panasonic Jaguar Racing)
will all fight around ExCeL London to get
bragging rights in their home capital.
“Alexander Sims is the current
championship leader and is a leader in
the paddock for sustainability having
previously built his own sustainable
home and partnering with many
sustainable brands.”
The Federation Internationale
Automobile (FIA), the regulatory
organisation behind professional racing,
is expected to have a strong hand in
ensuring the event is held safely.
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