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WEC grid airfreighted back from Qatar to Europe to avoid Imola delay
According to a statement from the WEC organisation, sending cars and equipment by air, rather than by sea as originally planned, was necessary to ensure that everything would be in Europe on time for the Imola 6 Hours on 21 April. The decision was made due to the late arrival of outbound freight on a chartered ship in the Middle East, causing the postponement of the pre-season Prologue test in Qatar. Another potential delay from the “geopolitical situation in the Red Sea” raised concerns about the safety and timing of the Imola race. The airfreight is expected to arrive in Europe this week and next, with teams scheduled to receive their equipment for the upcoming test in Imola. The additional costs incurred for airfreight will need to be covered by the teams, with one competitor facing a bill exceeding £250,000. Despite the challenges faced due to these logistical changes, the WEC organisation remains committed to ensuring the safety and timely delivery of all resources for the upcoming races.
