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23.04.2008
A.I.C.P. Circuits International Association Internationale des Circuits Permanents (A.I.C.P.), the worldwide governing body of permanent race circuits, is entering its 57th year of existence. Started as a small union of mainly European circuits, AICP has grown during the years to a nowadays globally recognized association with 40 permanent members from all over the world. Since the foundation of A.I.C.P. in 1951, many things have changed. Modern standards of motorsport have caused new challenges and requirements for race circuits. Additionally, environmental issues such as noise and alternative energies became more and more important in recent years. To meet this challenge, A.C.I.P. takes this responsibility with great enthusiasm to a global level, motivated to implement operational standards throughout its member circuits. Review Spring Meeting 2008 Networking has never been as important as it is today. Therefore A.I.C.P. supports its members by offering a platform for the exchange of experiences and information. The most recently held Spring Meeting in Valencia reflected the growing demand for one international voice. 22 representatives from 14 circuits took part in this meeting – more than ever before. An estimated 40 participants from approximately 25 circuits will attend this year’s General Meeting, which will be held in December in Monaco. Participants of the A.I.C.P. Spring Meeting 2008 in Valencia/Spain
Back row from left to right: Mr Gabriel Berruga (Valencia), Mr Richard Phillips (Silverstone), Mrs I-Fong Chi-Ernst (Zandvoort), Dr Walter Kafitz (Nürburgring), Mrs Lucia Gallucci (Zolder), Mr Jean-Pierre Picquereau (Spa-Francorchamps) Front row from left to right: Mr Erik Weijers (Zandvoort), Mr Tony George (Indianapolis), Mr Tsutomu Tomita (Fuji), Mr Jaap Timmer (TT Assen), Mr Hans Ernst (Zandvoort), Mr Josep Ramon (Catalunya), Mr Howard Strawford (Castle Combe), Ms Olga Cantini (Mugello), Mr Marc Martens (Zolder), Dr Enrico Ferrari (Monza), Mr Luc Willems (Spa-Franchorchamps), Mr Paolo Poli (Mugello). Missing in this picture: Mr. Julio Garcia (Valencia), Mr Georg Seiler (Hockenheimring), Ms Lenalinn Hausen (Nürburgring)
Committee The Committee conducts A.I.C.P.’s executive affairs, discusses topics of major importance to circuits, as well as directs A.I.C.P. and its activities strategically. The current Committee has been elected in December 2007: AICP Committee 2007/2008:
(from left to right) Mr Ramón Praderas, Mr Roger Dejaeghere, Mr Tsutomu Tomita, Dr Walter Kafitz, Dr Enrico Ferrari, Mr. Hans Ernst and Mr Alfredo Scala (absent: Mr Tony George, Mr Jim France). Circuits interested in becoming a member of A.I.C.P. and institutions interested in the work of A.I.C.P., please contact Ms Lenalinn Hausen at lenalinn.hausen@nuerburgring.de.
President Dr Walter Kafitz Nürburgring Germany Vice-Presidents Europe/Africa: Mr Hans Ernst Circuit Park Zandvoot Netherlands America: Mr Tony George Indianapolis Motor Speedway USA Asia/Pacific: Mr Tsutomu Tomita Fuji International Speedway Japan Treasurer Mr Hans Ernst Circuit Park Zandvoort Netherlands Committee members Dr Enrico Ferrari Autodromo Nazionale Monza Italy Mr Alfredo Scala Autodromo di Vallelunga Italy Mr Ramón Praderas Circuit de Catalunya Spain Mr Jim France Daytona International Speedway USA Mr Roger Dejaeghere Circuit Zolder Belgium General Secretary Ms Lenalinn Hausen Nürburgring Germany A.I.C.P. / Circuits International
Project Groups A.I.C.P. looks after various key topics which affect race circuits worldwide. Two relevant topics are treated with special attention–noise and alternative energies. Working groups have been set up in order to systematically approach these topics and to bundle competences. Working group "Noise Reduction" Nowadays noise is widely considered as one form of environmental pollution. National and international licensing authorities more and more often pledge race circuits to measure and regulate sound generated by motorsport vehicles or other events. This working group currently analyses and discusses the different existing noise regulations at the circuits in order to evaluate possibilities for an international solution for this issue.
Working group "Alternative Energies" Global climate change caused by environmental pollution is one of the major topics in our societies – also in A.I.C.P. . This working group is focussing on the creation of concepts combining environmentallyfriendly technologies with the every-day operation of circuits. Both working groups – "Noise Reduction" and "Alternative Energies" – strive to develop ideas and concepts wherein findings and new technical expertises can be sustainably implemented into the motorsport business.
Cooperation with FIA and FIM The close cooperation with FIA and FIM representatives underpins the efforts of the working groups and strengthens the relations between race tracks and official bodies. A.I.CP. is represented in both organisations as affiliate member.
- André Schmidt ,DEDERICHS REINECKE & PARTNER - also photos
Author: maggy (admin2)
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