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Asia’s Premier Motorsports City Gains Momentum

• Fastrackcity, Asia’s Premier Motorsports City is home to an FIA Grade 1 and FIM Grade A international circuit designed by renowned track designer Hermann Tilke.
• The duty-free circuit awaits automotive enthusiasts that include a specially designed Hill Climb Track, CIK Grade A International Kart Circuit and a comprehensive Advanced Handling Park for road safety training.
• All-inclusive world-class integrated facilities boast a high security Auto Vault parking facility with a multitude of automotive workshops, and a sprawling Speed Gallery with an array of automotive showrooms, eateries and specialty retail outlets.

Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia, 6 December 2016 – FASTrack Iskandar Sdn Bhd (FASTrack Iskandar), a 70:30 joint venture company between FASTrack Autosports (Iskandar) Pte Ltd and UEM Land Berhad, a wholly owned subsidiary of UEM Sunrise Berhad (“UEM Sunrise”), is proud to announce that its vision of a fully integrated automotive city is progressively coming to light. Strategically located at the gateway of Gerbang Nusajaya within Iskandar Puteri, Fastrackcity is approximately 10 minutes away from the Tuas Second Link Checkpoint.

Fastrackcity is designed to become the ultimate automotive lifestyle hub for enthusiasts of all ages in Malaysia, Singapore and beyond. The development features a state of the art 4.45km Grade 1 Federation Internationale Automobile (FIA) and Grade A Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) international circuit. The terrain hugging track takes advantage of the natural 60 metre elevation differential of the site and provides a racing experience like no other race tracks in Asia.

The unveiling ceremony of the much-anticipated project design took place at the Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios. It was officiated by YAB Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Tun Abdul Razak, Prime Minister of Malaysia while HRH The Crown Prince of Johor, Tunku Ismail Ibni Sultan Ibrahim, who is the Chairman of FASTrack Iskandar witnessed the proceedings. The ceremony was also attended by the YAB Dato’ Mohamed Khaled Nordin, Chief Minister of Johor, members of Johor State Executive Council, representatives from various government agencies, senior leadership team members of Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA), Khazanah Nasional Berhad, FASTrack Autosports (Iskandar) Pte. Ltd., FASTrack Iskandar, UEM Sunrise as well as members of the media.

With Hermann Tilke of Tilke Engineers & Architects behind the design of the track, motorsports enthusiasts can expect an incredible driving experience on a unique track designed on the natural undulating terrain that takes cues from the Nordschleife of Nurburgring, Germany. Tilke is no stranger to Malaysia, having designed the Sepang International Circuit, as well as all the other modern F1 race circuits throughout Asia and recently, Circuit of Americas in the USA. Porsche, Mercedes, Audi, Toyota and Ferrari have also commissioned Tilke for special purpose test track facilities around the world.

Hermann predicts “This is going to be one of the most exciting motorsports concepts I have ever been invited to work with. I truly believe we can build a unique track for motorsports entertainment.”

The ultramodern track, features 7 different configurations; 3 Full Track configurations, 3 North Track configurations and 1 South Track configuration. The north portion of the track boasts challenging turns intertwining with the rolling terrain, whilst the south portion of the track enjoys high speed straights capable of clocking speeds of 313km/h. Another unique feature of the track is the night lighting facility that assures action day and night.

Located within the middle of the international circuit are the Hill Climb Section, 1.5km Grade A Commission Internationale De Karting (CIK) Kart Circuit, Advanced Handling Park, 4×4 Park and Motorcycle Park, all within walking distance from each other. The Advanced Handling Park is perfect for Road Safety Training as it features a Kick Plate and Circular Skid Pan facilities. The 4×4 Park features thrilling obstacles that will take any 4×4 vehicle through its paces.

The various tracks are complemented by world-class amenities and facilities designed by award winning RSP Architects Planners & Engineers. The modern Kart Building and Hill Climb Building are both capable of hosting its own events concurrently with events happening on the International Circuit. Both buildings come fully equipped with garage and hospitality facilities.

The entire circuit is duty-free for vehicles, and houses the high security Auto Vault; the ideal parking facility for highly prized vehicles. The Auto Vault features an array of automotive workshops located beside the main paddock. The state-of-the-art Pit Building is home to comprehensive race-ready facilities, as well as a number of hospitality lounges complete with its own kitchen facilities with the capacity to host 5-star functions. Air-conditioned toilets, showers and locker rooms supplement the high ceiling pits with its own integrated mezzanine suites to ensure constant comfort for guests, racers and engineers alike. And for those wishing to bring their family along for a race, families are rest assured comfort is guaranteed and leisurely activities are within reach.

In providing for the ultimate in automotive lifestyle, Fastrackcity’s Speed Gallery located at the centre of the circuit features a sprawling automotive exposition space, show galleries, food and beverage outlets and leisure facilities. The lifestyle promise is carried through to a picturesque Lake Park, an ideal place to burn some calories or simply to take some fresh air. Freehold land plots for mixed-use development include a 4-star motorsports themed Hotel and Fastrackcity’s own Automotive Belt – a community of sought after marques.

Expansion plans are underway to create a self-sustaining automotive eco-system, complete with business, commercial and leisure facilities. Fastrackcity will offer Asianbased motorsports R&D facilities and a host of quality industrial spaces for the automotive industry, with a targeted completion date by 2019. Its completion, along with the Singapore-Kuala Lumpur High Speed Rail, will complement Iskandar Malaysia’s vision to become Southern Peninsular Malaysia’s most developed region where living, entertainment, environment and business seamlessly converge within a bustling metropolis.

Mr. Barry Kan, Director of FASTrack Iskandar remarked “It has taken FASTrack Iskandar much time and effort to arrive at the finalised design and concept of this lifestyle development. We are just excited that we are further down the road in constructing the whole facility to satisfy the horde of motorsports enthusiast around the region!”

Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of UEM Sunrise, Anwar Syahrin Abdul Ajib said, “This joint venture is a true reflection of synergistic efforts that leads to a winning collaboration. Leveraging the expertise and resources of both FASTrack Autosports and UEM Sunrise, when completed, Fastrackcity will not only create businesses and jobs, but it will also further cement Iskandar Puteri’s position to the eyes of the world as a desired destination for leisure, recreation as well as strategic investment.”