Lotus F1 Team announced today an extension of its partnership with the Microsoft Corporation. Following the successful first phase roll-out of Microsoft Dynamics at the team’s factory in 2012, the remainder of the current contract has been extended from two to four years.

Microsoft Dynamics branding will continue to feature on Lotus F1 Team’s 2013 car as well as the drivers’ overalls and team members’ uniforms. Microsoft Dynamics will continue to be directly engaged in the on-going business transformation at Enstone and trackside.

As the new Silver Arrow, the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS F1 W04, completes its first laps this morning at the Jerez circuit in Spain, the team is delighted to announce a significant new partnership agreement with BlackBerry.

As the Official Mobile Computing Partner for the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team, BlackBerry will collaborate with the team on technical and marketing opportunities. The new BlackBerry 10 platform will deliver tools and services for MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS and fan engagement will be improved through the joint development of apps. BlackBerry 10 smartphones will also be used by the team so they can 'keep moving' throughout the Formula One season.

Chris Nenzani was elected as President and Dr. Peter Cyster as Vice-President at the Annual General Meeting of Cricket South Africa on Saturday. Mr. Nenzani will automatically serve as chairman of the Board of Directors as well.

The other five non-independent directors were elected as follows: Mr. Andy O’Connor, Mr. Beresford Williams, Mr. Graeme Sauls, Mr. Fa-eez Jaffar, Mr. Rihan Richards.

Lotus F1 Team is delighted to announce a new agreement with Processia Solutions, who specialise in the customization, implementation and integration of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions.

Processia Solutions has been a technical partner of the team since 2005 and their continuous contribution helps enhance integration and efficiency within the design, manufacture and race engineering departments of the team.