The IndianOil Corporation Limited (IOCL), one of India’s leading energy companies, has announced an association with the Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), the global governing body of motorcycle racing.
The three-year partnership has enabled IOC to be the official fuel partner for the prestigious Asia Road Racing Championship (ARRC) from 2024 to 2026.
Through this collaboration, IndianOil will provide “STORM – Ultimate Racing Fuel,” a specially formulated category 2 race fuel, to all ARRC (Asia Road Racing Championship) events.
Developed in the Gujarat refinery, STORM is a high-performance fuel specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of ARRC racing.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Shrikant Madhav Vaidya, Chairman, IndianOil, said, “As we embark on this exhilarating partnership with FIM for the Asia Road Racing Championship, IndianOil is proud to fuel the fast lanes of motorsport with our cutting-edge ‘STORM-Ultimate Racing Fuel’. The fuel stands as a symbol of innovation and excellence, embodying our relentless pursuit of developing specialised fuels that meet stringent international standards. This collaboration marks a significant step in strengthening the ‘Make in India’ initiative on the global stage.”
IOCL is the largest commercial enterprise in India. The company is India’s leading integrated energy player with a strong presence across the entire hydrocarbon value chain. The Fortune 500 company is also an associate sponsor of the ongoing RuPay Prime Volleyball League 2024.
ARRC is a motorcycle racing championship sanctioned by the FIM. It is considered the premier motorcycle racing championship in Asia, featuring various classes and attracting top riders from the region and beyond. The first race of the 2024 season is scheduled to commence on March 15 at the Chang International Circuit in Thailand.