^{L-R: Carmelo Ezpeleta, Dorna Sports Chief Executive Officer and Datin Anita Azrina Abdul Aziz, PETRONAS Senior General Manager of Group Strategic Relations and Communications at the recent event announcing the use of 40 Per Cent Non-fossil Fuel for Moto2 and Moto3 championships.}



SEPANG, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- PETRONAS and Dorna Sports recently has announced the usage of a new sustainable fuel for Moto2™ and Moto3™ on the opening day of the PETRONAS Grand Prix of Malaysia 2023.

As the official fuel supplier for both championships, PETRONAS is committed in delivering an optimised fuel starting next season, as the two partners push towards a net-zero carbon emission future.

In 2024, Moto2™ and Moto3™ will be solely powered by PETRONAS Primax Pro-Race M2 fuel formulated with at least 40 per cent non-fossil biofuel, whilst continuing to meet the high octane and low oxygen requirement of the 2023 Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) fuel regulations.

This evolution in the partnership enables PETRONAS to support Dorna Sports in achieving its goal of powering the said championships with 100 per cent sustainable fuels by 2027.

PETRONAS Senior General Manager, Group Strategic Relations and Communications, Datin Anita Azrina Abdul Aziz: “I am proud to see the partnership with Dorna Sports continue to evolve, as we work together towards a lower carbon future for the sport. For PETRONAS, the development of sustainable fuels is key in unlocking new opportunities as we look to redefine ourselves in the face of this energy transition.

“This key milestone highlights the shared commitment of both PETRONAS and Dorna Sports to create a pathway to a lower carbon future and together with our partners, we will keep pushing boundaries with our Fluid Technology Solutions™.”

Dorna Sports Chief Executive Officer, Carmelo Ezpeleta: “2024 marks the start of a new era for motorcycle Grand Prix racing as we take the first step towards a new global era of zero carbon fuels. Working with a world-leading partner like PETRONAS to make this a reality in Moto2™ and Moto3™ is fantastic for us, ensuring both classes continue to have incredible performance at the same time as using a minimum 40% non-fossil fuel, using the paddock as a testing ground before these technologies reach real customers on the street. This is our ethos, too – MotoGP is the pinnacle of two wheels, and our sport drives innovation from the top. Working with PETRONAS, we’re confident Moto2™ and Moto3™ will continue to do just that from 2024 onwards.”

During the development phase, the PETRONAS Primax Pro-Race M2 fuel underwent rigorous engine performance testing with key manufacturers and selected teams within Moto2™, Moto3™ and World Superbike.

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Photo caption: L-R: Carmelo Ezpeleta, Dorna Sports Chief Executive Officer and Datin Anita Azrina Abdul Aziz, PETRONAS Senior General Manager of Group Strategic Relations and Communications at the recent event announcing the use of 40 Per Cent Non-fossil Fuel for Moto2 and Moto3 championships.

About Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS)

PETRONAS is a dynamic global energy group with presence in over 100 countries. The Group produces and delivers energy and solutions that power society’s progress in a responsible and sustainable manner.

PETRONAS seeks energy potential across the globe, optimising value through its integrated business model. Its Group portfolio includes cleaner conventional and renewable resources and a ready range of advanced products and adaptive solutions.

Sustainability is at the core of what the Group does, as it harnesses the good in energy to elevate and enrich lives. People are its strength and partners for growth, driving passion for innovation to progress towards the future of energy sustainability.

About MotoGP™ & Dorna Sports

The FIM Grand Prix World Championship, MotoGP™, is the world's most exciting sport. 22 of the fastest riders compete on purpose-built prototype motorcycles on some of the world’s greatest racetracks, creating one of the most thrilling shows on Earth. Since it was inaugurated in 1949, the sport has grown to comprise 20+ Grands Prix across five continents, with the television broadcast reaching hundreds of millions around the world.

Dorna Sports became the sole commercial and television rights holder of the FIM MotoGP™ World Championship in 1991. Based in Madrid, Spain, with premises in Barcelona and a subsidiary in Rome, the Dorna Group is a leader in sports management, marketing and media, and has seen continued growth over the years; expanding from solely MotoGP™ to include other leading motorcycle racing championships across the globe.

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