Development planned around Bahrain track

Major new developments will be launched in Bahrain in around two months with plans for the unveiling of the long-awaited business park alongside the Bahrain International Circuit. The aim is for this to house an "automotive cluster", a technology park, a university (with a centre of excellence for motoring) and possibly several hotels as well. The circuit is examining a link with an established US or UK university. The first building in this program was the Ruf company headquarters that was opened at this year's Grand Prix with the launch of a new mid-engine super sports car. Because Bahrain has a Free Trade Agreement with the United States the majority of the cars built there will go directly to the US. The business park will be the design of Anglo-Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid, who designed the new concert hall in Abu Dhabi. More at Grandprix.com