Laurent Mekies has been officially appointed a director of Red Bull's F1 holding company, Red Bull Technology Ltd., and its subsidiaries, stepping into a role previously held by Christian Horner.
Why it matters
This formalizes Mekies' elevated position within Red Bull's F1 operations, following Christian Horner's departure from these directorships.
The details
- Documents filed with the UK's Companies House on Thursday confirmed Mekies' appointment across Red Bull Technology Ltd., Red Bull Racing, Red Bull Powertrains, and Red Bull Advanced Technology.
- Initially, Mekies' name was absent from earlier filings that saw HR head Stefan Salzer and Alistair Rew appointed as directors, while Horner was removed. This delay was likely due to the F1 summer break.
- Horner previously held directorships across all Red Bull F1 entities. Mekies' appointment ensures a similar executive presence.
- Helmut Marko remains a director in the operating companies but not the main holding company.
- Mekies is considered an executive director, involved in day-to-day operations, similar to Horner's previous role. Salzer and Rew are likely non-executive.
Company Structure Update
- Red Bull Technology Ltd. (Holding company): Stefan Salzer, Alistair Rew, Laurent Mekies.
- Red Bull Racing: Helmut Marko, Stefan Salzer, Laurent Mekies.
- Red Bull Powertrains: Helmut Marko, Alistair Rew, Laurent Mekies.
- Red Bull Advanced Technologies: Helmut Marko, Alistair Rew, Laurent Mekies.
- Red Bull Advanced Services: Helmut Marko, Alistair Rew, Laurent Mekies.
What's next
Mekies is still listed as a director for Racing Bulls S.p.A.'s UK entity, which is expected to be updated as paperwork is processed.