The Force India F1 Team has confirmed that Dr Colin Kolles' contract with Force India ended on 31st October 2009.

Dr Kolles has been associated with the company since the Jordan Team was acquired by Midland Racing, then by Spyker, and subsequently by the present owners. Dr Kolles was personally associated and enabled the sale and purchase of the team and has assisted the various owners of the company in running the team since 2005.

Dr Kolles has held positions as Team Principal, Director and the Managing Director of the team during his tenure.

“We thank Dr Kolles for his contributions during his term and wish him success in his future endeavours,” the team said.