Formula One - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Yas Marina circuit at Formula one Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Keeping the Grand Prix on track
Managing the security of large complex events is no picnic and they don’t come much larger or more complex than a Formula One Grand Prix.
The Yas Marina Circuit is located on a huge man-made island that stretches over 2,500 hectares. It includes not only a motor racing circuit, but also a marina, a theme park, hotels, golf courses, and apartments. This provides a major challenge to any security and communications system.
This was what faced the Abu Dhabi security forces as it prepared to deal with major events on Yas Island, such as the Formula One race and concerts.