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Renault to stay in F1
12:45, Dec 16 2009
Renault have confirmed their intention to remain in Formula One for the foreseeable future.
However, as expected, they are to sell a large stake of the team - understood to be 80% - to Genii Capital, a Luxembourg-based firm specialising in new technologies, brand management and motor sport.
Renault F1 team president Bernard Rey said: "I am delighted to welcome Genii Capital as our new strategic partner as I am sure that their enthusiasm and business expertise will create a new dynamic for the team, the staff, and our partners."
Both Renault F1 and Genii Capital have signed a letter of intent with regard to the sale, notably relating to the team's operational base in Enstone, with the deal to be concluded early next year.
Lopez is also co-founder and managing partner of Mangrove Capital Partners, one of Europe's leading venture capitalist firms, and who was also an early investor in Skype.
As far as Renault are concerned, the new agreement allows them to retain their name, identity and core ingredients that resulted in the marque becoming world champions with Fernando Alonso in 2005 and 2006.
The team will continue to be supplied with engines by its sister company in Viry-Chatillon, with the manufacturer also announcing a renewed commitment from Red Bull Racing for 2010.
Rey added: "Altogether, we look forward to competing again at the highest level in Formula One. This announcement also confirms Renault's commitment and trust in the sport's governing bodies to improve the green credentials of Formula One.
"With the ongoing evolutions of the F1 regulations, Renault will be able to entertain its fans, while promoting a leaner and sounder championship.
"We will show Renault's skill when it comes to developing high-performance, fuel-efficient cars."
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