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Driven – SABIC ’ s partnership with Formula E will support the development of everyday electric vehicles .
Formula E partnership is fast track to progress different cultures such as those from Netherlands , Saudi Arabia and America , and travelling to different technology centres across the world .
“ Although I ’ m still at the beginning of my career , I am proud about what I have achieved in my Technology & Innovation role and the impact I can make to help others in the local community .
“ The experiences and opportunities I have had while working in the chemical industry on Teesside have been amazing . I am using these experiences in my various volunteering roles to help and inspire other young people in the region .
“ I ’ m very excited for a sustainable future for both SABIC and the industry in the North-East as a whole .”
Amy has also been shortlisted for a national Young Ambassador Award , which will be announced at the Chemical Industry Awards in Manchester in June .
SABIC announced a new corporate partnership with Formula E , the world ’ s first all-electric racing series , becoming the principal and innovation partner for 2022-2026 and the title sponsor of the SABIC Berlin E-Prix , which was held in April 2023 .
The partnership brings together two forward-thinking organisations with a shared commitment to sustainability , innovation and technology . The allelectric FIA World Championship is the first sport in the world to be certified with a net zero carbon footprint since its inception .
Vehicle electrification has become a huge part of the move towards a more sustainable future , but it faces numerous challenges to increase adoption .
These include enhancing efficiency and range , safety , weight reduction and charging speed . To reach its potential , electrification needs new formulas to help accelerate the shift from concept to driveways .
One of those is the new partnership between SABIC and Formula E . In the same way that motor manufacturers have historically ventured into rallying and motorsport to stress test their vehicles and fast-track major performance and safety enhancements , SABIC is now working with Formula E to help speed up progress .
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Formula E vehicle technology and innovation will be passed down to support the development of everyday on-road electric vehicles . SABIC specialists get hands-on experience to help develop solutions that can be used from the racetrack to the road .
While the sport is just eight seasons old , the on-track technology has undergone revolutionary changes in that time . Drivers who had to stop mid-race to change from a spent car to a fully charged one are now able to go the full distance without stopping .
These are all areas where the materials expertise of SABIC engineers can help . Under the company ’ s recently announced BLUEHERO TM initiative , a global team of scientists and specialists has already made significant advances in the use of plastics for a wide range of EV battery , electrical and charging components .
The use of these plastics versus conventional materials can potentially deliver multiple benefits , such as reduced weight and system complexity , extended driving range , expanded design freedom , streamlined manufacturability , recyclability and enhanced thermal management and occupant safety .
Many races have already taken place around the world this year , with the remaining European races being held in Rome and London in July .
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