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Dreieich, 18th December 2025. Last week, a race-used helmet donated by Formula 1 driver Nico Hulkenberg was auctioned for an impressive £23,000 (EUR 26,328), with proceeds benefitting the Hahnair Foundation and its charitable projects worldwide.
2025 proved to be one of the most memorable F1® seasons for Hulkenberg, who was able to secure his first ever podium at the British Grand Prix. The helmet was worn by Hulkenberg during the 2025 Mexico Grand Prix and featured a bespoke design created for the race. The auction, held via F1 Authentics, attracted strong interest from motorsport fans and collectors, ultimately securing a winning bid more than four times the starting price of £5,000.
The Hahnair Foundation, established in 2012 by Hahnair owners Hans Nolte and Nico Gormsen, works to support underprivileged people, especially women and children, in finding a way out of poverty and leading free, healthy, and self-determined lives. To date, the Foundation has invested millions of euros into projects such as healthcare facilities, schools, nurseries, and social institutions.
Nico Gormsen, founder and owner of Hahnair, expressed his gratitude following the auction result: “We are deeply thankful to Nico Hulkenberg for donating this remarkable piece of Formula 1 history, and to the generous bidder whose winning bid will make a real difference. The £23,000 raised will directly benefit the foundation’s projects, funding vital infrastructure and services for those in desperate need. This kind of support enables the Hahnair Foundation to continue changing lives across the globe, and we couldn’t be more appreciative of everyone involved.”
Nico Hulkenberg commented: “I’m proud to support the Hahnair Foundation through this initiative. Knowing that it will help raise funds for the vital social projects being carried out by dedicated people across four continents is very rewarding.”
For more information on the Hahnair Foundation and its projects, visit www.hahnairfoundation.org.
Left to right: Nico Gormsen, Co-Founder of the Hahnair Foundation; Nico Hülkenberg, Formula 1 Driver; Daniel Rudas, General Manager and COO of Hahnair Lines
About Hahnair
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Hahnair is a market-leading distribution provider for the aviation industry. With more than 25 years of experience, the ticketing expert connects over 350 airlines with 100,000 travel agencies in 190 markets.
Distribution Solutions for Airlines
No matter their business model or distribution set-up status, all carriers benefit from Hahnair’s global connectivity solutions. With the HR-169 product, Hahnair makes the airlines’ content available outside their BSP- and ARC-markets. With the H1-Air and X1-Air products, Hahnair enables airlines to simplify their indirect distribution processes and gain global access to all major GDSs.
Ticketing Services for Travel Agencies
Hahnair grants access to the content of its partner airlines to travel agencies around the world. The partner airlines can be issued on the Hahnair HR-169 ticket in all major GDSs. With every HR-169 ticket, Hahnair offers free and comprehensive reimbursement in the event of the operating carrier’s insolvency. Travel agents also benefit from a 14-day refund policy, one ADM-waiver per rolling year, and 24/7 service desk support.
The Airline – Scheduled and Charter Services
Hahnair is a German-scheduled and executive charter airline. As a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), it is a globally connected stakeholder playing a leading role in the airline industry. The Hahnair fleet operates out of Düsseldorf (EDDL/DUS) and Frankfurt-Egelsbach (EDFE) airports.
Head Office and Regional Offices
Hahnair is 100% owned by the Hahnair Group, an international corporation based in Dreieich, near Frankfurt, Germany. The Group has offices around the world, including Minneapolis, Montevideo, Casablanca, New Delhi, Manila, and Johannesburg.
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