SIC Working With Partners, Authorities To Improve F1 Traffic Management

SEPANG, Oct 3 – The Sepang International Circuit (SIC) is collaborating closely with transport operators and authorities to enhance traffic, shuttle bus, and crowd management strategies for the ongoing Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026.

In an official statement released on Saturday, October 3, 2026, SIC confirmed that the operational adjustments follow congestion and transit difficulties faced by spectators departing the circuit venue on Friday evening.

“The experience and safety of our fans remain our highest priority at Sepang International Circuit,” the circuit operator emphasized, urging race attendees to plan their travel routes in advance and follow updates across official social media channels and on-ground signage.

Traffic Challenges and Event Background

The intervention follows reports from ticket holders on Friday who expressed frustration on social media regarding severe vehicular gridlock when exiting parking areas, as well as extended queue times for shuttle buses connecting to public transit networks.

Key details regarding the event include:

• Unique Hosting Arrangement: Following an agreement reached in July between Formula 1, the FIA, and the governments of Malaysia and Bahrain, Sepang was selected to host the Bahrain Grand Prix from October 2 to 4, 2026.
• Middle East Relocation: The temporary relocation keeps the event on the 2026 F1 racing calendar after initial April dates in Bahrain were postponed due to regional geopolitical instability in West Asia.
• Spectator Guidance: SIC advised fans to follow real-time instructions from traffic marshals and law enforcement, noting that traffic flow patterns may be adjusted dynamically depending on attendance volume.

–NMT