After a short-lived stint at Suzuki in 2022, former Honda and Ducati manager Livio Suppo is making his return to the world of Grand Prix, but this time in Moto2. Suppo joins the Italtrans Racing Team as a consultant, delving into the development categories where he hopes to bring his considerable expertise.
In a recent interview with speedweek, Livio Suppo, Racing Consultant details the circumstances that led him to accept this consulting role: “ last year, the owners of Italtrans approached me to ask me to assist them in the reorganization of their team. Italtrans is a well-established logistics and transportation company in Italy, with an impressive fleet of over 800 trucks and a rich history, starting from nothing to what it is today. Working with the owners, who are very pleasant people, is a real pleasure. I am delighted to be able to share my experience with a Moto2 team »
suppo explains that his involvement began in mid-September last year, a start he considers late but fruitful: “ we managed to put together a solid team despite this late start. Our ambition is to become a reference in Moto2. Italtrans is a structured and successful company, and I think it deserves to have a team that reflects these qualities in the field of competition. ".
Livio Suppo: “ I am there to anticipate the usual problems in racing and find solutions when necessary »
As for his specific role within the team, suppo precise : " I am not the team manager, this responsibility falls to Roberto Brivio. My role is more that of a consultant for the company. I am not systematically present at every race; I attend maybe four or five times a year. My work is done behind the scenes, helping Roberto and the team act as an intermediary between the team and the owners. I am there to anticipate the usual problems in racing and find solutions when necessary »
This new chapter for Livio Suppo, Racing Consultant en Moto2 promises to be as rewarding as his previous adventures in MotoGP, with the hope of bringing stability and success to Italtrans Racing Team.
