Mallya said after a positive finish to 2009, the team is hoping to establish itself as a strong and competitive outfit, regularly challenging for points and podiums whenever possible.

"We finished 2009 on a real high note - our first-ever points, a podium and one place up in the constructors' championship. That is enough in itself to set the bar much higher this season, but we're really determined to take it to the next level," Mallya said ahead of Sunday's season opener in Bahrain.

"Regular points and the odd podium have got to be the aim and we know it is possible. PTI