Logistics chaos in Formula 1: Four teams miss the start in Shanghai?

Formula 1 faces serious logistical challenges shortly before the Grand Prix of China in Shanghai. According to reports from krone.at , a technical breakdown during an airplane from Australia has led to far -reaching delays when delivering freight. Four teams - Red Bull, McLaren, Mercedes and Aston Martin - are particularly affected, and the materials required are only expected to be expected this afternoon or early evening in Shanghai, at least one and a half days behind the schedule. These unexpected problems could influence the operational readiness of the cars and the teams force to take very long nights before the race.

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In addition to the teams concerned, the tire supplier Pirelli also has to suffer from the transport problems. The FIA (Fédération Internationale de L’Automobile) has therefore decided to loosen the blocking time for the teams. This measure, which applies to a maximum of six employees, allows the mechanics to pick up and prepare tires before the official schedule. "On Wednesday, the blocking period will be shortened by five and a half hours," said race director Rui Marques in a message. This is intended to ensure that despite the logistical difficulties, the necessary preparations can be completed in good time.

These disorders are not new to Formula 1. In the past, there have often been problems with the freight, which presented the teams with great challenges. Ex-Red Bull team boss Christian Horner had warned of a possible “freight collapse” in the past. Such incidents raise the question of how sustainably the current logistical organization of Formula 1 remains in view of the demanding racing calendars, especially in one season that includes a total of 24 races, such as