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Formula 1 Inks Multi-Year Partnership with Standard Chartered Bank

Posted by AR1 staff

In a significant move blending high-speed racing with high-stakes finance, Formula 1 has officially partnered with Standard Chartered as its Wealth Management and Corporate and Investment Banking Partner starting in 2026.

–by Mark Cipolloni–

This multi-year agreement highlights the shared global ambitions of both organizations, focusing on performance, precision, and positive worldwide impact.

Formula 1, boasting an impressive 827 million fans across the globe, continues its surge in popularity and commercial expansion. The partnership leverages Standard Chartered’s presence in nearly all F1 race markets, promising enhanced trackside experiences and activations for clients and guests. This collaboration aims to fuse the thrill of F1 events with the bank’s financial expertise, creating unique opportunities for engagement on an international scale.

Adding to the excitement, Standard Chartered will extend its support to F1 Academy, the series dedicated to nurturing female talent in motorsport. This initiative underscores a commitment to developing skills both on and off the track, promoting diversity in the sport.

Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, expressed enthusiasm about the alliance: “I am thrilled to welcome Standard Chartered, an incredible financial powerhouse, as a new partner to Formula 1. We are both truly global in nature, sharing fantastic locations around the world with the desire to drive performance and create experiences that excite people and bring them together. With Standard Chartered’s support for F1 Academy, I can’t wait to have them join us in the paddock and see what we can achieve together.”

From Standard Chartered’s side, Roberto Hoornweg, CEO of Corporate & Investment Banking, highlighted the synergy: “We’re proud to become an Official Partner to F1, which shares our relentless commitment to high performance, innovation, a world-class client experience, and distinctive global connectivity. F1’s footprint reflects our own cross-border network, with our presence in 19 out of 21 F1 race markets and many other countries where clients enjoy watching one of the most exciting, fastest-growing sports in the world.”

Judy Hsu, CEO of Wealth and Retail Banking at Standard Chartered, added: “As a leading international wealth manager, we will draw on our international network and expertise to bring clients closer to the excitement of F1. Our clients value premium service, innovation and seamless global connectivity, and this partnership will unlock exclusive experiences for them. Our support for F1 Academy reinforces our commitment to championing female talent and developing the next generation of motorsport talent across our unique footprint.”

This partnership arrives at a time when Formula 1 is experiencing unprecedented growth, aligning perfectly with Standard Chartered’s expansive global operations. Fans and stakeholders can look forward to innovative collaborations that elevate the sport’s appeal while fostering talent development.