News - ESSMA

21Mar2019

How AS Roma increased its online ticketing conversion rate with a VR solution

The increasingly fast evolution of technology and consumer demand, is causing the football sector to evolve and implement new technologies to enhance the fan experience. ESSMA’s Corporate Partner 3D Digital Venue builds 360-degree 3D interactive ticketing solutions that aim to enhance the fan experience to increase season ticket holder renewals and provide unique viewing experiences for potential VIPs. By using the technology, fans are able to experience a 3D view of their allocated seat in the stadium.

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20Mar2019

Industry update: more on pitch management, reusable cups and esports

Read more on FC Schalke 04’s augmented reality app, the 2019 FIFA eNations Cup™, the #passonplastic initiative at London Stadium and more in ESSMA’s weekly industry update.

Fan Experience & HospitalityIndustry newsPitch ManagementSustainability & Smart

19Mar2019

Enhancing the fan experience at Estádio do Dragão

Rui Lousa - Commercial CEO at FC Porto - shared insights on Estádio do Dragão, host venue of the fifth ESSMA Summit. Estádio do Dragão was inaugurated in 2003 with the aim of hosting three group stage matches, a quarterfinal and a semifinal at the UEFA Euro 2004. In addition, it has been elected to host the 2019 UEFA Nations League Finals. With a relatively low investment of €125 million, the stadium did manage to win several awards regarding construction, sustainability and good environmental practices including the ECA Best Achievement (Non-Sporting) Award for its eco-friendly stadium.

Fan Experience & HospitalityMember news

13Mar2019

Industry update: more on stadium development, measures for visually-impaired supporters and fan experience

Read more on the reconstruction plans of Pogoń Szczecin, the opening match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Rangers FC’s Ramble Tag and more in ESSMA’s weekly industry update.

Development & ConstructionFan Experience & HospitalityIndustry news

11Mar2019

The transition of the TOP 14 final concept into a global show

Thomas Otton and Guillaume Gouze – respectively Communication Director and Head of Stadium Department at Ligue Nationale de Rugby (LNR) – highlighted the opportunities offered by a post-match concert after the TOP 14 final to attract more fans during the ESSMA Summit in Porto.

Fan Experience & HospitalityMember news

06Mar2019

Innovative catering and hospitality at RSC Anderlecht

As part of the Stadium Operations Seminar during the ESSMA Summit in Porto, David Steegen and Emmanuel Rutsaert discussed the catering and hospitality offerings at RSC Anderlecht (RSCA).

Fan Experience & HospitalityMember news

06Mar2019

Industry update: more on stadium development, in-seat ordering and fan experience

Read more on Nottingham Forest FC’s redevelopment plans, an in-seat ordering app at Beşiktaş JK, FC Barcelona’s virtual reality viewing experience and more in ESSMA’s weekly industry update.

Development & ConstructionFan Experience & HospitalityIndustry news

04Mar2019

Operational energy efficiency at Emirates Stadium

Michael Lloyd – Deputy Stadium Manager at Arsenal FC – outlined how the club converted to 100% green electricity and which projects they have implemented to optimise their operational energy efficiency including the installation of a battery storage system and LED floodlights.

Facility & OperationsMember newsSustainability & Smart