Covering over 3,000 kilometers through the Australian outback from Darwin to Adelaide, the race pushes the limits of innovation, teamwork, and endurance. The Innoptus Solar Team, a group of passionate engineering students from KU Leuven will once again rise to the challenge, powered by cutting-edge technology and the ambition to shape a more sustainable future.
At Sibelco, our purpose is "material solutions advancing life." As a global leader in material solutions, we recognize the importance of investing in innovation and sustainability. By partnering with the
, we support the next generation of talent working to develop smarter, more energy-efficient transportation.
Accelerating innovation through material expertise
Sibelco’s materials play an essential role in the performance and safety of electric vehicles, especially solar technology, and advanced composites - key elements in the solar car’s design and engineering. Our collaboration with the Innoptus Solar Team goes beyond sponsorship: it’s a shared vision for sustainable progress, enabled by science and driven by purpose.
As a proud Belgian company with a global impact, we see this partnership as a reflection of our commitment to empowering innovation that leads to real-world solutions. The Innoptus Solar Team and the new designed Infinite Apollo car represents the future, and we’re honored to help power their journey.
Hilmar Rode
CEO at Sibelco
how Sibelco helps power the future of solar mobility.
Follow the journey
The
begins at 24 August 2025. You can also follow every step of the race through their
where you can discover all cars, teams get links to their social media, live tracking and the full story behind.
Empowering the next generation
By supporting initiatives like the
, Sibelco contributes to a more sustainable and innovative-driven society — one where material solutions make life better, not only for today, but for generations to come.
Sibelco wishes the Innoptus Solar Team the best of luck in their mission to cross the finish line safely - and break new ground - under the Australian sun! Go go go Team!
