HRH The Duke of Gloucester visits Aston Martin’s Warwickshire headquarters as part of brand’s 110th anniversary celebrations

Aston Martin has continued its year-long celebration of the brand’s historic 110th anniversary, with a special visit from His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester to the company’s headquarters in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

2023 marks 110 years since founders Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford officially formed the partnership that went on to create the first Aston Martin car, igniting more than a century of automotive intensity, cutting-edge British innovation, and high-octane racing success.

Accompanied by the Lord Lieutenant of Warwickshire, Mr Tim Cox, The Duke toured the British manufacturer’s world-class centre for sports car design, innovation and engineering. He also had an opportunity to see its latest products, including the recently launched DB12 which is proudly hand built at the Warwickshire facility.

In addition to showcasing its next generation of sportscars, Aston Martin's dedication to nurturing and empowering the next generation of talent was also evident with His Royal Highness meeting some of the company’s apprentices and graduates, spanning a diverse range of disciplines such as marketing, design, manufacturing and engineering.

Amedeo Felisa, Chief Executive Officer of Aston Martin said: “Aston Martin is immensely proud of its unique connection with The Royal Family, having been previously honoured by visits from His Majesty King Charles III and Queen Elizabeth II. We are delighted to welcome His Royal Highness to Gaydon as we continue to mark a highly significant year for the company that sees the celebration of our 110th anniversary and the launch of the first of our next generation of sportscars.”

Tim Cox, Lord Lieutenant of Warwickshire, said, “I’m very proud that Warwickshire is home to one of the world’s leading car makers. It was fascinating to see the latest sports cars designed and hand built in Britain by Aston Martin and to learn about the company’s exciting plans for the future.”

About Aston Martin Lagonda:

Aston Martin’s vision is to be the world’s most desirable, ultra-luxury British brand, creating the most exquisitely addictive performance cars.

Founded in 1913 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford, Aston Martin is acknowledged as an iconic global brand synonymous with style, luxury, performance, and exclusivity. Aston Martin fuses the latest technology, time honoured craftsmanship and beautiful styling to produce a range of critically acclaimed luxury models including the Vantage, DB11, DBS and DBX and its first hypercar, the Aston Martin Valkyrie.

Based in Gaydon, England, Aston Martin Lagonda designs, creates and exports cars which are sold in 56 countries around the world. Its sports cars are manufactured in Gaydon with its luxury DBX SUV range proudly manufactured in St Athan, Wales.

Lagonda was founded in 1899 and Aston Martin in 1913. The two brands came together in 1947 when both were purchased by the late Sir David Brown, and the company is now listed on the London Stock Exchange as Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc.

2020 saw Lawrence Stroll become the company’s Executive Chairman, alongside significant new investment, a move that led to Aston Martin’s return to the pinnacle of motorsport with the Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One™ Team and commenced new era for the iconic British marque.