Friday, 30 October 2009

Lotus F1 appoints new CEO

The Lotus Formula 1 team has appointed a new chief executive officer, with former Proton general manager Riad Asmat stepping up to the role.

The Malaysian-backed team, which is preparing to join the grid in 2010, made the announcement in the press conference at the Sepang circuit on Friday morning.

Team principal Tony Fernandes told a press conference: "Riad's expertise, which is a good blend of both corporate experience and motorsports knowledge, will provide the dynamic and success-oriented leadership that the Malaysian team requires.

"I'm confident that his knowledge of motorsports coupled with vast experience will contribute to the success of the 1Malaysia F1 Team."

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