ESE Subsidiary Digital Motorsports Signs 3-Year Partnership with Silverstone Museum, based at BGP circuit, Silverstone
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, August 8, 2023 – ESE Entertainment Inc. (“ESE” or the “Company”) (TSXV: ESE) (OTCQX: ENTEF) is pleased to announce that the Company’s subsidiary, Digital Motorsports (“DMS” or “Digital Motorsports”), has partnered with the Silverstone Museum, an interactive motorsports visitor attraction located at the entrance to the world-famous Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, UK.
Pursuant to the partnership, the Silverstone Museum will be utilising Digital Motorsports’ simulators in their state-of-the-art racing simulation facility. The Silverstone Museum has an annual footfall of over 200,000 visitors per year, and attracts some of the largest motorsports teams, drivers, owners and partners from across the globe during race season. The museum will also act as a new UK showroom for Digital-Motorsports.com, allowing more, easier domestic client consulations and will also be available for corporate bookings both through the museum directly and Digital Motorsports’s website, further growing its events offerings and division.
Konrad Wasiela, CEO of ESE, commented, “As we embark on this exciting three-year partnership with the Silverstone Museum, our focus is to seamlessly merge cutting-edge technology with the storied past of motorsport. Our advanced simulators are designed to provide an authentic racing experience, enabling visitors to feel the thrill of the track in a way previously unimaginable. We’re not just providing a service, we’re innovating the future of interactive experiences. We’re eager to continue to elevate the standards of simulation, delivering an unrivaled experience for all visitors.”
Rachel James, Head of Marketing, Silverstone Museum, said “The recently enhanced sim-suite at the museum is one of the most popular elements of our attraction. It has been significantly revamped and the introduction of our new simulators, supplied by Digital Motorsports, ensure we can continue to meet the increased demand and deliver the best quality experience for our visitors. The new sims offer excellent team building and corporate events opportunities for businesses and will also be incorporated in future educational workshops. Digital Motorsports are the perfect partner in this latest museum collaboration and are committed to helping us deliver one of the best sim facilities in the UK.”
About Silverstone Museum
Silverstone Museum has over 60 hands-on exhibits where visitors can try out a wide variety of activities – from operating a wind tunnel, piloting a Wellington bomber, taking part in a pit stop and climbing into a replica Grand Prix car. Visitors can even see whether they have got what it takes to commentate on a Formula 1 Grand Prix. In addition to the hands-on fun, the museum features some of the most iconic cars and bikes that have played a part in the 70-year history of Silverstone circuit including Mansell’s iconic “Red 5”, an E.R.A from the first ever Grand Prix held at the venue in 1948 and Barry Sheene’s 1979 Suzuki motorbike. Rounding off a visit is a thrilling immersive film show – the ultimate lap of Silverstone – bringing together some of the circuit’s most famous racing moments with commentary from Murray Walker, Martin Brundle and David Croft.
Update on Letter of Intent
The Company also announces, further to its press release dated March 29, 2023, that it has decided not to proceed with the proposed sale of its subsidiaries, Auto Simulation Limited dba Digital Motorsports and Frenzy sp. Z.o.o., at this time. There are no termination fees payable in connection with the termination of the letter of intent related to the proposed sale.
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ESE is a global technology company focused on gaming and esports. The Company provides a range of services to leading video game developers, publishers, and brands by providing technology, infrastructure, and fan engagement services internationally. ESE also operates its own ecommerce channels, esports teams, and gaming leagues.| www.esegaming.com
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