The Dubai International Baja powered by AW Rostamani and Nissan has a new home, and the announcement today that Dubai Autodrome will certainly be the whipping heart of the event following month gives another boost for the dual World Cup rally.

Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Automobile and Touring Club for the UAE and Emirates Motor Sport Federation, has authorized a partnership arrangement with Faisal Al Sahlawi, General Manager of Dubai Autodrome, developing the place as the main Rally HQ.

Running from 8-10 March, the Dubai International Baja powered by AW Rostamani and Nissan is the second round of this year's FIA World Cup for Cross Country Rallies for autos and buggies and the opening round of the FIM Bajas World Cup for bikes and quads

" This is an important development since the world-class motor sport framework and centers at Dubai Autodrome will certainly take the event to a new level," said Ben Sulayem, the FIA Vice President for sporting activity.

Al Sahlawi commented: "We're delighted to be playing host to the occasion and eagerly anticipate inviting the vehicle drivers and motorcyclists assembling in Dubai from across the region and overseas.

" This new agreement builds on our close working partnership with the ATCUAE which is dedicated to providing a top-class phase for an expanding calendar of motor sport activities."

Taking place under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, the rally is supported by the government of Dubai, Dubai Authorities, Dubai District and the General Authority of Sports.

The second edition of the event sends a powerful line-up of autos, buggies, bikes and quads into action over a demanding 174 kilometres unique stage going through the remarkable Al Qudra desert terrain on

on Friday, March 9, and Saturday, March 10.

And just as the affordable sections of the event will certainly be as stunning as anything seen in this year's World Cup collection, the arrival of Dubai Autodrome as the Rally HQ suggests nothing else round will certainly match the facilities available for rivals, groups, authorities and media.

They set up at the new World Cup venue on 7 March for administrative checks and official scrutineering over 2 days to figure out the last line-up for the ritualistic start at 5pm on 8 March.

Dubai Autodrome will likewise host the media centre, a pre-event interview and function, the competitors' briefing, in addition to the main finish and prize providing on 10 March.

With the support of the ATCUAE, Dubai Autodrome now organizes the yearly Emirates Motorsport Expo which combines all forms of UAE motor sport, from circuit racing to go across country rallying for automobiles and bikes. The occasion offers those interested in becoming actively associated with motor sport chances to meet groups, competitors and key stakeholders.

By the end of March, Dubai Autodrome will complete Phase I of its new Motorsport Business Park. Established by Union Properties and Multilink Getting, the 6,000 square metre facility, located in the centre of the 5.39 kilometre race circuit, will certainly bring together all the significant UAE motorsport services and racing groups. The very first stage was totally scheduled as soon as it was announced, so an extra building, Phase II, is currently being planned.

Caption:Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the ATCUAE with Faisal Al Sahlawi, General Manager of Dubai Autodrome