Singapore lands Powerboat P1 series

Having grown into the world’s largest marine motorsport brand over the last 12 years, Powerboat P1 has announced plans to take its SuperStock powerboat and AquaX jet ski race series to Singapore next year as a first step to racing throughout the region.

Together with the Singapore Power Boat Association, FOCUS Adventure and Raffles Marina, P1 will make Singapore a strategic hub as part of its long-term plans to introduce its Grand Prix of the Seas series to selected markets in Southeast Asia.

P1 agreed the deal with the Singapore Power Boat Association, Focus Adventure and Raffles Marina as part of a long-term strategic plan to introduce its Grand Prix of the Seas series to selected markets in Southeast Asia.

P1 Chief Executive James Durbin explained “partnerships are at the heart of our business strategy and we are delighted to be working with these well respected local organisations to define our common goals and make P1 a reality in Singapore.

“We are making a commitment to boost the local economy through our sports tourism activity, generate global media exposure and provide local people with fast, furious, fun and free-to-watch events.

“Our partners at a national and regional level are crucially important to the success of our business as we move towards the goal of a P1 world championship, and we have an outstanding team in place in Singapore to deliver the next stage of our international growth.”

At this time the races are expected to be hosted at the Raffles Marina boating haven and resort .

P1 has staged more than 200 races in 17 countries across three continents. The 2014 race season featured 12 events and attracting more than 200,000 spectators.

For more information go to www.powerboatp1.com