BMW becomes the latest manufacturer to pledge an entry to the FIM Superstock series in 2010, potentially bringing the number of manufacturer entrants to nine.

Eugene Laverty is set to stay with Parkalgar Honda for the 2010 World Supersport season after a successful first year together yielded four wins.

Jakub Smrz signs up for a third season of World Superbike racing with the Guandalini Ducati team.

A new one-make championship will join the World Superbike Championship support package in 2010 and 2011.