FIA Selects Siemens as Official Digital Twin Sponsor
Siemens Partners with FIA to Advance Digital Twin Technology
Siemens Digital Industries Software has been appointed the
Official Digital Twin Sponsor by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA). This collaboration strengthens FIA’s Global Partnership Programme and expands its use of Siemens industrial automation and simulation solutions. The partnership enables the FIA to refine single-seater race car designs—from Formula 1 to Formula 4—more efficiently and sustainably.
Leveraging Designcenter NX for Advanced Aerodynamic Design
The FIA now uses
Siemens Designcenter NX to create and test highly detailed vehicle models. Engineers can iterate virtually and perform
computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations before physical testing. This reduces the need for prototype manufacturing and wind tunnel experiments, cutting costs and environmental impact. Since 2022, over 14,000 CAD parts have been tested digitally, highlighting how digital tools accelerate precision engineering.
Driving Performance and Safety Through Digital Simulation
Digital simulation allows FIA to optimize both
performance and safety. Virtual iterations enable rapid assessment of design alternatives, minimizing human error and resource consumption. Jason Somerville, FIA Head of Aerodynamics, emphasizes that these tools ensure closer, fairer racing while supporting FIA’s net-zero 2030 sustainability goal.
Expanding Product Lifecycle Management with Teamcenter X
In addition to simulation, the FIA adopts
Siemens Teamcenter X for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). This platform centralizes design data, streamlines collaboration, and improves traceability across FIA championships. Furthermore, tools like
Simcenter STAR-CCM+,
Simcenter Amesim, and
Simcenter HEEDS enhance design exploration and optimization, fostering innovation across mobility and industrial automation applications.
Siemens Xcelerator Portfolio Enables Sustainable Motorsport Innovation
Siemens Xcelerator provides a comprehensive digital environment combining CAD, simulation, and PLM solutions. By integrating these tools, motorsport organizations can achieve faster development cycles, reduce physical resource usage, and maintain high performance standards. The collaboration also demonstrates how
industrial automation software can support sustainability goals beyond traditional manufacturing sectors.
FIA Global Partnership Programme: Driving Innovation and Collaboration
The FIA’s Global Partnership Programme unites leading organizations committed to safety, performance, and environmental responsibility in both motorsport and mobility. Siemens’ inclusion in this network highlights the increasing role of
industrial digital technologies in competitive racing. Such collaboration sets a precedent for integrating advanced automation solutions into high-stakes engineering environments.
Expert Insight: Digital Twins Transform Industrial and Motorsport Engineering
The integration of digital twin technology illustrates a broader trend in industrial automation. In factories, PLCs, DCS systems, and automation software increasingly rely on virtual testing to optimize processes. Similarly, motorsport benefits from virtual prototypes, reducing material waste while improving precision. Organizations that adopt these strategies gain a competitive edge while aligning with global sustainability initiatives.
Application Scenario: From Motorsport to Industrial Automation
FIA’s use of Siemens digital tools mirrors industrial factory environments. For instance, a manufacturing plant can simulate
assembly lines, robotic operations, and process controls using digital twin technology. This approach minimizes downtime, reduces error rates, and accelerates process optimization. The motorsport example provides a practical blueprint for adopting simulation-driven design in
PLC, DCS, and factory automation contexts.
FIA Selects Siemens as Official Digital Twin Sponsor