23Apr
ESSMA’s Stadium Development Report Issue 1 2019 is out
The first 2019 issue of ESSMA’s Stadium Development Report provides insights in the development and renovation projects of FC Barcelona, Bologna FC, Sparta Rotterdam and AS Monaco.
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31Jan
The innovation challenges of Johan Cruijff ArenA: Change the Game initiative
Sander van Stiphout – Director International and Program Manager Amsterdam Innovation Arena – discussed more about the innovation challenges at Johan Cruijff ArenA during the ESSMA Summit in Porto.
30Jan
ESSMA Lisbon Stadium Tour with visits to SL Benfica and Sporting CP
In total 38 ESSMA delegates from 17 different stadiums, clubs, federations and leagues participated in the ESSMA Lisbon Stadium Tour, supported by Populous, with visits to SL Benfica and Sporting CP.
23Jan
Groupama Arena to host the ESSMA Summit 2020
ESSMA is glad to announce that the sixth edition of the ESSMA Summit will be hosted at Groupama Arena, home of Ferencvárosi TC. After a successful 2019 edition in Porto, we are delighted to invite you to join us in Budapest for the ESSMA Summit 2020.
23Jan
Two days in Porto: a strong delegation at the fifth ESSMA Summit
A crowd of over 375 engaged ESSMA delegates came together to share ideas, learn best practices and network at the fifth annual ESSMA Summit in Porto at Estádio do Dragão. Organised by the European Stadium & Safety Management Association (ESSMA), in partnership with ECA and European Leagues, this must-attend stadium industry event could welcome representatives of clubs, stadiums, leagues, federations amongst others.
22Jan
Governance update: Cyril De Greve appointed as new Managing Director
During ESSMA’s 5th edition of the annual ESSMA Summit at Estádio do Dragão, home of FC Porto, President John Beattie informed the participants on the appointment of Cyril De Greve as new Managing Director of the Association.
16Jan
Populous: Sponsor of the ESSMA Lisbon Stadium Tour
Populous is the proud sponsor of the ESSMA Lisbon Stadium Tour, the day before the ESSMA Summit. Over 30 ESSMA delegates will have the opportunity to visit Estádio da Luz and Estádio José Alvalade and learn more about the daily operations at Sporting CP and SL Benfica.
14Jan
Collaboration between stewards and police assisted by the integration of an advanced CCTV system at Everton FC
During ESSMA’s Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen, David Lewis - Head of Security & Stadium Safety Officer - shared insights with participants on how Everton FC have strengthened the collaboration between stewards and the local police and their advanced CCTV system to improve the overall safety at Goodison Park.