October 10, 2024 marked the inauguration of the new FIM headquarters next to its previous headquarters in Mies (Switzerland), the International Motorcycling Federation having been based in the Vaud region for almost thirty years.
The president of the FIM, Jorge Viegascelebrated the success of this project by cutting the ribbon in the presence of four hundred distinguished guests. Among them, the promoters of the FIM World Championships and Cups, legendary champions, including the fifteenth World Champion Giacomo Agostinithe main local and international media, FIM partners as well as FIM members.
Before the official opening, guests were treated to a show by two trials titans outside the new headquarters: Toni Bou36 times world champion, and
Emma Bristow10-time world champion, showcased their skills and talent, putting on a thrilling show.
The design of the new FIM headquarters embodies the essence of motorcycling, reflecting the values and spirit of the sport, as well as the fraternity, collaboration and communication that unites the passionate community of motorcyclists. FIM has prioritized eco-friendly building materials by choosing low-carbon, bio-sourced, geo-sourced and reused options that comply with Swiss standards.
The new headquarters represents a dynamic and positive future for the FIM, where those who will live within its walls characterize the one hundred and twenty-one national federations, the six continental unions and almost four hundred people, who work each week collectively to ensure that millions of fans around the world can enjoy the great spectacle that is modern motorcycling.
The striking new structure also incorporates the new FIM Tech Lab, which is the pinnacle of motorcycling innovation and is used to showcase the FIM’s core values. This space dedicated to technology and security considerably reinforces the character of the new building.
The structure of the new building includes 3,500 m3 of concrete and 13,000 m2 of framework with a total mass of 385 tonnes, more than 40 km of electrical, network and fiber optic cables, more than 230 windows, more than 2,300 m of piping and nearly 540 m of prestressed beams.
This ambitious project was carried out thanks to the support of local partners, such as the Municipality of Mies, local communities and the Canton of Vaud, reflecting a shared commitment to regional development.
Jorge ViegasPresident of the FIM, declared:
“The new headquarters allows everyone who works at the FIM or for motorcycling around the world to benefit from a worthy home that meets their needs. The architecture is as dynamic and vibrant as the experience of riding a motorcycle; it is full of transparency in line with my vision of the FIM; it is a building that exudes a space where more dreams can come true. »
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