IDEC Sport Expands Ambitions with New Facilities and Strong ELMS Start
Paul Ricard, France — IDEC Sport has signaled its intent for the 2025 European Le Mans Series (ELMS) with a commanding start, showcasing strong performances from its line-up of drivers, including Dani Juncadella, Jamie Chadwick, and Mathys Jaubert. Team principal Nic Minassian provided insights during a visit to the team’s newly inaugurated headquarters, which he credits for boosting the team’s performance.
After two rounds, IDEC Sport leads the LMP2 championship standings with an impressive win and consistent finishes. “2025 is shaping up to be a memorable season,” noted Minassian. The team’s success, however, was met with adversity at the recent 24 Hours of Le Mans, where they faced a premature retirement due to a lost wheel while running third in class—a setback mirrored by a sister car sidelined from a wheel nut failure.
The team now turns its focus to the upcoming ELMS round at Imola, aiming to reclaim momentum.
Investment in Facilities
The newly constructed headquarters, designed with logistics and efficiency in mind, represents a significant investment by IDEC. The project, part of a larger development by Patrice Lafargue’s property firm, also houses the Genesis Hypercar program. Minassian expressed pride in the facility, emphasizing the meticulous planning behind its design to optimize both function and aesthetics.
“The workshop is uncluttered, spacious, and efficient, with natural light and flexibility,” said Minassian. “This environment fosters our partnerships and advancements in our racing programs,” notably the Trajectory Programme which supports emerging drivers for Genesis.
Strategic Partnerships and Driver Development
Minassian highlighted the importance of IDEC’s collaboration with Genesis, detailing their shared goals in driver development and engineering. The Trajectory Programme aims to build a talent pipeline, preparing young drivers to eventually join Genesis’ full-fledged racing team.
“Working with young talent like Mathys Jaubert is vital. He’s humble, intelligent, and eager to excel,” stated Minassian. He also noted Jamie Chadwick’s emerging role, emphasizing her status as a racing driver, not just a female driver.
Future Aspirations
Minassian’s ambitions extend beyond LMP2. “There’s a mission to expand into other realms,” he stated, recognizing the organizational challenges that come with escalating operations. Both IDEC and Genesis are poised for growth, developing a mutually beneficial partnership that fuels innovation and excellence in endurance racing.
Reflecting on his career, Minassian remarked, “If I achieve success with this team, it will feel like a personal victory on par with winning at Le Mans.” In motorsport, he believes cooperation across the team is essential to success, stating, “In sports car racing, you are never alone.”
As IDEC Sport gears up for its next challenge, the team’s commitment to development—both in its drivers and its facilities—positions them strongly for future successes in the competitive world of endurance racing.
