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Despite the winter and the rainy weather, work is still in full swing at the Hungaroring race track in Mogyoród (near Budapest). In the first phase of the works, the contractor Market Építő Zrt. is modernizing the utilities and infrastructure, and will only start rebuilding the main grandstand after the mid July Formula 1 race, Magyar Építők reports.
The government made the decision on the development of the Hungaroring in April 2023. The first phase of the works, which are currently underway, will modernize the utilities and infrastructure to meet the requirements of the FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile).
A spectacular drone footage of the second phase of the track development has been published on the Hungaroring’s YouTube channel:
In the second phase, a consortium of Market Építő Zrt. and Bayer Construct Zrt. will renew the 10,000-seat main grandstand, the main building and the paddock, and build two pedestrian tunnels, one for drivers and sports staff, and another for guests.
The project will involve the demolition of the main building to make way for a modern, cost-effective new structure. Four technical and 36 race pits will be built, with a racing control center, catering and VIP areas attached to the main building, and the paddock area will be extended.
According to Magyar Építők, the timing of the works is of paramount importance, as the agreement with the Formula 1 rights holder stipulates that no unfinished buildings or construction-related activities will be allowed on the Hungaroring during the races. The Hungarian Grand Prix has a contract to host the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix until 2032, and this year the race will take place between July 19-21. The full renewal of the Hungaroring could be completed by 2026, the track’s 40th birthday.
Via Magyar Építők; Featured image: Facebook/Hungaroring