RustyGT
12 Jun 2001, 15:32
Does anyone know the likely future of FIA's Bathurst sponsorship,
now that HIH has gone down?
I see that Allianz has taken on FIA's policy liabilities.
Allianz is also one of Williams F1 major sponsors.
As well as having a of lot track signage in Europe this year.
Anyone heard a whisper?... Started a rumour?...
Cheers R.
Thats a good question Rusty. I know FAI still exists under FAI Finance and FAI Home Security, so maybe they will continue as per there agreement.
Or they may use another name - hmmm, this is a good question. Answers anybody?
Ray Bell
12 Jun 2001, 16:00
Only thing I know for sure is that Gallaher won't be looking to rekindle their association with the race.
RaceTime
12 Jun 2001, 16:07
FIA withdrew their sponsorship of Bathurst at least 4 or 5 months ago. Don't believe a replacement has yet been announced.
Sort of like the sponsor for the NZ round....
RustyGT
12 Jun 2001, 16:48
If you go to FAI's site you'll see Allianz own the name and the business.
What's the chances come October. We'll see Bathurst done up in a bright blue? R.
Ray Bell
12 Jun 2001, 23:51
Originally posted by RaceTime
FIA withdrew their sponsorship of Bathurst at least 4 or 5 months ago....
Hmm... wonder if that was so there was more in the pot for the execs to pay themselves in bonuses before the business crashed?
I am pretty sure that FAI had already planned to withdraw from bathurst sponsorhip prior to them going bankrupt.
The new sponor for Bathurst is me - 'The Scott Russell Bathurst 1000' :rotate:
Ray Bell
13 Jun 2001, 08:51
Yes, DNQ, that was the import of both those posts.
I doubt there'll be trouble finding a naming rights-sponsor, but the late hour may mean they have to settle for a lower figure.
Crash Test
14 Jun 2001, 12:27
Exactly, how does the HRT 1000 sound??:rolleyes:
DAVID PATERSON
15 Jun 2001, 05:58
Sounds pretty damn fine to me. :)
