FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 25th, 2025 – Jeddah, KSA.
Westbrook Racing, led by actor and producer Will Smith, has renewed its partnership with nautical lifestyle brand CODE-ZERO for the 2025 E1 Series season. The collaboration begins at the Jeddah season opener, set for January 23-25.
CODE-ZERO will continue as the official outfitter for Westbrook Racing, providing gear for all team members throughout the season. Both organizations remain committed to environmental sustainability initiatives as part of their partnership.
Phil Allen, Team Principal of Westbrook Racing and former professional sailor, said: “It’s great to build on our relationship with CODE-ZERO for another season. Their focus on quality and functionality aligns with our team’s values. Launching the season in Jeddah with their support is something we’re all looking forward to.”
Yan Lefort, Commercial and Marketing Director of Westbrook Racing, highlighted the future potential of the partnership: “Renewing this agreement marks a continued shared success. Discussions about expanding business opportunities are underway, which further strengthens the value of this collaboration.”
Marc Blees, CEO of CODE-ZERO, commented: “Continuing to work with Westbrook Racing reflects a strong alignment in goals and values. We’re proud to be part of their journey in 2025 and to reinforce the importance of sustainability in sports.”
This renewed partnership demonstrates the synergy between Westbrook Racing and CODE-ZERO in combining functionality, style, and a commitment to positive environmental impact.
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About Westbrook Racing
Westbrook Racing competes in the E1 Series, a pioneering racing platform for sustainable electric watercraft aimed at reducing environmental pressures on oceans, rivers, and lakes. Led by Hollywood icon Will Smith, Westbrook Racing Team is a powerhouse of performance and entertainment, dedicated to winning both races and fans around the world. Westbrook Racing’s commitment to sustainability and innovation drives the team’s mission to revolutionize the sport and engage fans around the world. Launched in 2024, the E1 Series was founded in 2020 by motorsport veteran Alejandro Agag (Formula E) and is managed by former McLaren Applied’s Rodi Basso. The series has rapidly gained global attention, bolstered by celebrity investors such as Tom Brady, Rafael Nadal and Didier Drogba. Westbrook Racing benefits from the leadership of co-owners Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio and Alshair Fiyaz. Del Vecchio, through LMDV Capital, and Fiyaz, with his background in sports and sustainable investments, bring additional strength to the team. Westbrook Racing combines performance, entertainment and sustainability, setting new standards in racing and sports marketing. https://westbrook-racing.com
About CODE-ZERO
Born as a nautical lifestyle brand, CODE-ZERO is designed and endorsed by professional sailors. Collections take inspiration from innovations brought on by global yacht racing and apply them to a crossover look between sports and casual wear, integrating high-performance clothing into a 24/7 lifestyle.
About the UIM E1 World Championship
E1 is the world’s first and only all-electric raceboat championship sanctioned by the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM), the international governing body for powerboating activities. The UIM E1 World Championship presented by PIF was established to create a new, exciting and competitive on-water racing Championship using electric technologies to focus efforts on innovations that help protect and restore our urban waters and coastal areas. The Championship sees teams featuring both a male and female pilot. Racing on the water in iconic cities around the world including Jeddah, Doha, Monaco, Lake Como and Miami, teams are owned by some of the biggest names on the planet. These already include Will Smith, Marc Anthony and Steve Aoki from the world of entertainment, Rafael Nadal, Tom Brady, Virat Kohli and Didier Drogba from the world of sport and Marcelo Claure from the world of business. E1 pilots navigate tight and technical circuits behind the wheel of the electric RaceBirds. https://www.e1series.com/
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