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The team is undergoing a number of changes behind the scenes, following their mid-season management changes.
Alpine has appointed Eric Meignan as the new Technical Director of their Formula 1 power unit division, replacing Bruno Famin who is now overseeing all motorsport activities. Meignan previously worked for Mercedes and Ferrari, where he held high-ranking positions. He brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the team, and his main focus will be on developing the Alpine PU according to the 2026 regulations. This move allows Famin to concentrate on revitalizing Alpine’s F1 project, following recent management changes. The team made several personnel adjustments during the Belgian Grand Prix, including the departure of key figures such as Otmar Szafnauer and Alan Permane.
Source: RacingNews 365