Global financial platform, Airwallex, has announced a collaboration with the McLaren Formula 1 Team and First Nations artist Reko Rennie for the 2025 Melbourne Grand Prix. This partnership will see the unveiling of a bespoke McLaren Artura supercar featuring Rennie’s design.

The unveiling is scheduled for 12 March, with the vehicle set to be displayed publicly from 13 to 16 March at Queensbridge Square.

In conjunction with this collaboration, Airwallex is launching $25,000 in business and professional grants aimed at supporting Australian businesses. Applications for these grants are open until 12 March, with the winners to be announced on the same day.

Airwallex’s ‘Shifted Perspectives’ campaign seeks to highlight the value of shifting perspectives across technology, art, and sports. Jon Stona, VP of Global Marketing at Airwallex, stated, “At Airwallex, we believe in pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo—whether in business, sport, or art. This collaboration with McLaren Racing and Reko Rennie is a testament to that mindset.”

Reko Rennie’s design for the McLaren Artura Coupe is described as a blend of art and performance, reflecting Indigenous identity and modern urban culture. Rennie, an interdisciplinary artist known for exploring First Nations identity through contemporary media, expressed his enthusiasm for the project.

“This is an amazing opportunity to combine two of my passions. I’ve always had a deep appreciation for cars and the innovation behind them. Merging my art, which is deeply rooted in my culture, with the global stage is a true fusion of worlds and my various influences. I’m excited to unveil the design and a film showcasing my inspiration during the F1 – a time when my home city of Melbourne truly comes to life,” Rennie said.

The 2025 Melbourne Grand Prix is anticipated to significantly boost the local economy, with a record crowd expected. Tickets for the event sold out in under an hour, indicating strong international interest. The 2023 F1 Australian Grand Prix had previously generated an estimated $268 million in economic impact.

Airwallex’s partnership with Rennie and the upcoming unveiling of the McLaren Artura supercar are part of a broader initiative to integrate art and technology on a global stage.