Binotto retained as Scuderia chief amid Ferrari corporate reshuffle

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Mattia Binotto has been confirmed as the head of Ferrari's Gestione Sportiva following a management reshuffle at Maranello.

The 52-year-old Swiss engineer's leading role with the Scuderia, which he has led since 2019, was never in doubt.

Binotto will continue to report directly to Ferrari chief executive officer Benedetto Vigna who replaced interim CEO John Elkann in June 2021.

In a statement released on Monday, Ferrari says its new organizational structure is "consistent with its strategic objectives to nurture the exclusivity of the brand, enrich product excellence, stay true to its racing DNA and focus on the achievement of carbon neutrality by 2030".

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As part of its corporate reshuffle, Gianmaria Fulgenzi, the Scuderia's former Head of Supply Chain has been appointed Chief Product Development Officer for Ferrari's road car division.

"We want to push the boundaries further in all areas by harnessing technology in a unique Ferrari way," commented Ferrari CEO Vigna.

"Our new organization will enhance our agility, essential to seizing the opportunities ahead of us in this fast-evolving environment."

Interestingly, Ferrari's announcement made no mention of former FIA president Jean Todt who is the subject of a whirlwind of speculation regarding a return to Maranello in a consultant or advisory role.

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Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.