06Aug
Connecting with ESSMA in 2020-2021
18 months / 9 events / 1 overview. Discover how you can optimize your knowledge sharing and networking opportunities in the months to come!
Safety & Security
03Aug
Consult the second issue of ESSMA's 2020 Stadium Development Report
In the second 2020 issue of ESSMA’s Stadium Development Report you will gain insights into the stadium projects of Everton FC and Steaua Bucharest as well as the emergence of residential units linked to stadium projects.
30Jul
Top 3 highlights from ESSMA’s bi-weekly webinar series
Since the end of April, ESSMA organised a bi-weekly webinar to keep in touch with its members during these uncertain months. The webinars have covered a range of topics from the impact of COVID-19 on matchday operations to the stadium development projects of Everton FC and Liverpool FC. Discover the top 3 highlights of each webinar:
29Jul
Industry update: more on development, fan experience and safety
Read more on the new Raiffeisen Arena of Linzer ASK, the Belgian Cup Final at the movies, the new SGSA social distancing guidelines and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
21Jul
Fans returning to stadium at FC Zenit - learnings and recording
Since June 21st, it has been possible for Russian football fans to return to the stadium on matchday. However, as stadiums capacity is limited to 10% in Russia nowadays and there are numerous additional regulations to take into account, this return is quite a challenge for stadium managers.
16Jul
How connected is the European stadium today?
ESSMA proudly presents her Connectivity Benchmark, which zooms in on the technological developments in the stadium industry.
15Jul
Industry update: developments in fan experience and other expert areas
Read more on the stadium experience for players in LaLiga while playing matches behing closed doors and the annual fan survey of KNVB.
09Jul
How did the Hungarian clubs prepare for the competition’s restart?
Since 23 May NB1 matches behind closed doors were allowed again. As a next phase, a limited amount of fans were allowed back into the stadium soon after. While for the last three competition rounds, a full capacity was allowed. ESSMA interviewed Máté Bálint - International Project Manager at Ferencvárosi TC - and László Erik Horváth - Infrastructure Expert at MLSZ - regarding the Hungarian restart.