Fan zones are growing in a multitude of European stadiums. Today, about a quarter of stadiums are equipped with a fan zone. They differ in size and concept, but all have one thing in common: extending the matchday experience.
On April 23th, we welcomed Francesco Gianello, Head of Allianz Stadium & Facilities, as the first speaker in our webinars series. He talked us through the Italian timeline of the COVID-19 outbreak, the impact on the sports activities in Allianz Stadium and the strategy towards re-opening.
Read more on the plastic doppelganger initiative at Borussia Mönchengladbach, the design of Santiago Bernabéu, the Eredivisie Shirt Festival and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
Lisa Knights, Group Head of Communications, elaborated during the ESSMA Summit 2020 how Ashton Gate Stadium has been developed into a multifunctional venue since 2014 and how they will continue to develop the surrounding area in the upcoming years to create a true multifunctional site, housing a multitude of sports and events.
Recently, both AEK and Panathinaikos FC have decided to join the ESSMA-network in the stadium industry. By connecting to our wide network of experts, they gain access to innovative ideas for stadium construction and operations
Joeri Verbossen (PSV), Sven Froberg (VfL Wolfsburg) and Dimitri Huygen (Royal Antwerp FC) shared their experiences and learnings on which impact COVID-19 is having on the daily operations at their respective clubs.
Read more on the Google Home app of PSV, progress of Yanmar Stadion, new COVID-19 club & league initiatives and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
Tackling COVID-19 at Juventus - Francesco Gianello gives his view on the road to lockdown, handling facilities during lockdown, and the strategy towards reopening.