For the first time, the University of Bologna team competing in Formula SAE will have as its main partner the tech division of Gi Group Holding, which will provide its engineering and technological know-how, a decisive factor in competing with other teams from around the world.
Bologna, 26th June 2024 – Yesterday, during the bolognese Team’s Unveiling Event, this new prestigious partnership has been officially announced. Combining a wealth of engineering expertise with academic excellence and a passion for motorsport: this is the goal of the partnership between Enginium, the tech division of Gi Group Holding, the first Italian multinational in the labor market, and UniBo Motorsport, the official Racing Team of Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna.
The close collaboration between these two entities is the result of a shared commitment to research and innovation, which are increasingly crucial elements for the development of cutting-edge products such as electric vehicles, where advanced technological expertise is required.
As the main partner, Enginium will provide advanced technical and technological support to the students of the UniBo Motorsport Team, utilizing the best professionals in the market who boast extensive experience in various business areas, including automotive.
This partnership offers a unique opportunity to make a difference and develop innovative projects together, with a particular focus on the student automotive championship, Formula SAE. The competition involves over 500 universities from around the world, where each team is made up of university students who serve as drivers and design engineers.
“This partnership represents a unique opportunity to share our expertise in the automotive sector and support the talent and creativity of the UniBo Motorsport team students, whose strength lies in the shared values of research and innovation, education, and sustainability,” says Mario del Vecchio, Managing Director of Enginium. “We are excited to contribute to the success of this project and to see the tangible results of this collaboration in upcoming competitions, as well as to be truly close to young people, fueling their passion and creating synergies with the academic world with a view to their future professional careers.”
“This partnership represents an extraordinary opportunity for our team,” says Riccardo Lutti, Team Leader of UniBo Motorsport. “Enginium offers consultancy to many sectors, allowing us to tap into a wide range of knowledge to support our development. We are excited to work with a partner who shares our values of innovation and sustainability. We hope that over time this collaboration can be strengthened more and more, bringing excellent results for both entities.”
