11Feb
Crossing the bridge between safety and fan delight
Stadium safety and fan experience are both important matchday aspects. However, it is often forgotten that there is a correlation between the two departments.
06Feb
Data talks: 10 things to consider
Data and how to implement more data-driven applications in European stadiums was the subject of several presentations during our ESSMA Summit in January. It’s a fact that the overall majority of stadiums has either already made investments or is planning on taking the step. But what choices to make?
05Feb
Industry update: more on fan experience, ticketing and F&B
Read more on in-seat delivery at LOU Rugby, animated push notifications for Borussia Dortmund fans, a new ticketing platform for Újpest FC and more in ESSMA’s weekly industry update.
03Feb
Allianz Stadium to host the ESSMA Summit 2021
ESSMA is glad to announce that Allianz Stadium, home of Juventus, will host the seventh edition of the ESSMA Summit. After a successful 2020 edition in Budapest, we are delighted to invite all our members to join us in Turin for the ESSMA Summit 2021.
30Jan
Industry update: more on ticketing, development and fan experience
Read more on the Allsvenskan away card system, the OTT video platform of SL Benfica, 880 additional seats at Johan Cruijff ArenA and more in ESSMA’s weekly industry update.
29Jan
France's second oldest team plans complete renovation of stadium
As the most recent renovation dated from 1975, Stade Bauer was long time due for an in-depth renovation. In June 2019, Red Star FC, the club playing at Stade Bauer, announced plans to completely renovate its stadium into a multifunctional, modern stadium that can host the teams for years to come and support the ambition to grow.
29Jan
Two-phased expansion project for Benteler-Arena to meet the needs of Bundesliga and VIP's
ESSMA interviewed Mr. Dirk Floer, part of the organization and stadium management team, regarding the plans and ambitions for the Benteler Arena. The main objective is to increase seating capacity and extend the hospitality offerings for VIP’s.
27Jan
Puskás Arena: impressive plans came to live in 30 months’ time
ESSMA visited this new Hungarian stadium on its pre-Summit tour on Monday January 20th. The Puskás Arena is to replace the People’s Stadium, which was completely worn-out after 63 years of service. As ambitions for EURO 2020 grew, so did the need for a new stadium. The government decided to invest 470 million euro in a new stadium, which was approved to host 4 matches during the European Championship.