AtkinsRéalis, a global leader in engineering services and nuclear solutions, has announced a landmark multi-year partnership with the BWT Alpine Formula One Team, officially kicking off at the recent Canadian Grand Prix.
This strategic alliance aims to propel engineering innovation, cultivate future talent through a dedicated academy, and drive excellence across both organizations.
The collaboration unites AtkinsRéalis’s deep expertise in complex, high-performance engineering and design—spanning critical sectors like nuclear, aerospace, and defence—with Alpine’s relentless pursuit of cutting-edge technology and peak performance in the intensely competitive world of Formula 1.
A cornerstone of this partnership is the joint engineering academy. This ambitious initiative is designed to be a catalyst for talent development within both organizations, facilitating robust knowledge transfer and advancing engineering competencies relevant to both elite motorsport and broader industrial applications. The academy will focus on nurturing and training the next generation of engineers, equipping them with the advanced skills necessary to innovate and excel in an evolving technological landscape.
Ian L. Edwards, President and CEO of AtkinsRéalis, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership and said, “We are proud to partner with BWT Alpine Formula One team, starting at this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix. By combining our global expertise with the BWT Alpine Formula One Team’s pioneering spirit, we’re creating a relationship where seasoned engineers and rising talent can grow together, challenge conventions, and deliver real-world impact in performance, sustainability, and technological excellence. We look forward to working together to train and develop the engineers of the future.”
David Sanchez, Executive Technical Director, BWT Alpine Formula One Team, added, “We are excited to enter into this partnership with AtkinsRéalis; as competitors in Formula One, cutting-edge engineering is the most important part of the team’s operations. The wide variety of groundbreaking technology mastered by AtkinsRéalis excellently combines with the fast-paced world of motorsport and we are excited to begin this new relationship this weekend in Montreal and beyond.”
The collaboration will leverage shared resources, technology, expertise, and state-of-the-art facilities to achieve mutual objectives. Key areas of focus are expected to include enhancements in vehicle performance, optimization of operational efficiencies, and advancements in sustainability initiatives.
This partnership signifies a profound commitment to pushing the boundaries of engineering. By blending the high-stakes environment of F1 with the rigorous demands of industrial engineering, the collaboration creates a unique platform for innovation and growth, promising significant advancements and benefits for both AtkinsRéalis and the BWT Alpine F1 Team.
