Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visited the Serres Circuit early in the morning, accompanied by Deputy Foreign Minister Tasos Chatzivasileiou and MPs Fotini Arabatzi and Theofilos Leontaridis.
The prime minister was welcomed by the mayor of Serres and president of the organisation, Varvara Mitliaga. Together with members of the circuit’s management, she showed him around the facilities.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis had the opportunity to drive on the track, and discussed the circuit’s development issues with its management, along with funding of €11.16 million, which has already been approved by the government through the Sports Development Programme.
What the €11.16 million in funding will cover
The approved sum of €11,160,000 will go towards a series of works to upgrade the facilities and equipment. The plan includes:
Redesigning and extending the track by one kilometre, in line with modern international racing standards.
Modernising the buildings.
Upgrading technical and racing equipment.
Ensuring full compliance with strict international safety standards.
Once the work is complete, Serres Circuit aims to become the first Greek track to secure FIA Grade 3 and FIM Grade B certification.
Aiming to host international races
The upgraded facilities are expected to make it possible to host major international car and motorcycle events, including races at World Superbike level.
Government sources say Serres is now justifiably vying for a higher standing on the international motorsport map.