Razlan Razali fully concentrates on the role of Team Principal of the PETRONAS SRT team
PETRONAS Sepang Racing Team Principal Razlan Razali will put more emphasis on the team's activities from April 8 as he leaves his other previous position as Sepang International Circuit (SIC) General Manager .
Following this change, the PETRONAS Sepang Racing Team will remain owned by the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) while its new replacement, Azhan Shafriman Hanif, has a strong motorsport background, having previously worked for the title sponsor of the team, PETRONAS.
Razlan Razali was appointed CEO of the SIC on October 8, 2008 and, during his tenure, oversaw a series of key developments at the circuit, including the rollout of a 5-year master plan for the circuit in 2014. After operating at Maximizing the circuit's potential, with overall track utilization reaching 94% throughout the year, the masterplan aims to transform the circuit into a multi-use facility that attracts repeat visits throughout the year.
While developing the circuit's potential, Razlan promoted the Malaysian drivers and team to the world stage, starting with wildcard drivers like Zulfahmi Khairuddin and then full-time drivers. This has established a strong pipeline for the development of Malaysian motorsport, from programs such as the SIC MiniGP, Asia Talent Cup and Spain's CEV, to the MotoGP World Championship. Razlan also spearheaded the formation of the PETRONAS Sepang Racing Team.
He is now 100% focused on the PETRONAS Sepang Racing Team and aims to guide them through the current challenges caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and ensure the team is well placed to continue its season exceptional of 2019 once the races resume.
Razlan Razali, Team Principal: “ By assuming the role of Team Principal of the Sepang Racing Team full-time, I will be able to concentrate 100% on my responsibilities. I look forward to strengthening activity and engagement with partners, attracting new companies to join us, improving the team's function as a platform for Malaysians to participate in MotoGP, and also to strengthen the team's corporate governance. Being CEO of SIC was already living a dream; managing a world championship team is even more incredible. I will not waste this opportunity to make Malaysia proud, see Malaysians succeed in our team and raise the name of Malaysia around the world, by flying high the Jalur Gemilang (Malaysia Flag) as an ambassador of Malaysia in the competition on two wheels. »
“I wish the SIC and the new CEO great success. The board of directors has chosen a competent and passionate person, who knows the ins and outs of the world of motor sports well. Together with the team, I am confident that the new CEO will take the circuit to greater heights, building on what we have achieved in recent years. »
About Sepang International Circuit
The Sepang International Circuit aims to become a unique edutainment center that will continue to provide more adrenaline and excitement to Malaysians. The SIC wears many hats: the circuit hosts major international events such as the prestigious MotoGP, which has become the largest motorsport event in Southeast Asia with more than 170 spectators, and also hosts the World Championship of Endurance Championship (FIM EWC) and the FIA World Touring Car Cup (FIA WTCR) from December 000 to 10, 13.
The SIC is a premier multi-purpose facility, capable of hosting a variety of events ranging from motorsports events to lifestyle events, such as car shows, exhibitions, concerts, events business and even weddings. The circuit is one of the leaders in motorsport development in Malaysia through its Motorsport Development Program which trains young talents in the field of two- and four-wheel racing, in addition to being the main owner of the PETRONAS Sepang Racing Team in the MotoGP™ world championship.
