Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, today (April 12) hosted a celebratory event at its Paddock Club Suite during the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025. 

 

The event marked a historic milestone as two global icons - Gulf Air and Formula 1 - celebrated their 75th anniversaries, highlighting decades of innovation, excellence, and global impact. 

 

The evening also showcased Bahrain’s growing prominence as a global hub for motorsports and aviation and celebrated the unveiling of Gulf Air’s 75th anniversary emblem and slogan “Bringing the World to you for 75 Years”.

 

The event was hosted by Gulf Air Group CEO Jeffrey Goh and attended by President and Chief Executive Officer of Formula 1 Stefano Domenicali, who welcomed esteemed guests of Gulf Air’s Paddock Club Suite and representatives from the Bahrain International Circuit, in the presence of Gulf Air Group Chairman Khalid Taqi to honor the shared legacy of Gulf Air and Formula 1, while celebrating their longstanding partnership and mutual commitment to connecting people, cultures, and industries worldwide.

 

Speaking on the occasion, Goh said: "Celebrating our 75th anniversary alongside Formula 1 is a testament to the strength of our partnership and our shared commitment to excellence."

 

"The unveiling of our 75th anniversary emblem and slogan “Bringing the World to you for 75 Years” is not just a tribute to our past but also a promise for the future – a future defined by innovation, connectivity, and continued growth," he added.

 

Domenicali said 2025 was a special year for Gulf Air, which like Formula 1 celebrates its 75th anniversary. 

 

"Gulf Air has been an important partner since the historic first race in Bahrain, 21 years ago, contributing significantly to the growth of our sport in the region and globally. I would like to sincerely thank them for the passion, continuity and dedication they have always shown towards Formula 1," he stated.

 

The event was a celebration of legacy and vision, reinforcing Gulf Air’s role in supporting Bahrain’s status as a global leader in motorsports. 

 

The  Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix continues to be one of the most significant sporting events in the Kingdom of Bahrain, attracting fans and participants from around the world, stated Goh.

 

"Gulf Air remains proud to serve as the title sponsor of this prestigious event since the launch of the Grand Prix in Bahrain in 2004, further strengthening its ties to the global motorsport community," he added.-TradeArabia News Service