The case of LaLiga: developing a framework for a more media-centred approach of the competition

The 4th edition of the ESSMA Summit took place 16 and 17 January 2018 in the iconic Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland. About 375 people active in the sports and stadium industry could network and listen to leading keynote and seminar speakers.   One of the keynote sessions focused on matchday operations. An introduction was provided by Marc Schmidgall, Head of Communications and Marketing ECA, followed by presentations from Roger Brosel, Head of Content and Programming LaLiga and Francesco Gianello, Head of Stadium Juventus FC.

Development & ConstructionFan Experience & Hospitality

KNVB Expertise German Stadium Exploitation Tour supported by ESSMA

ESSMA supported KNVB Expertise with a Stadium Exploitation Tour to three German stadiums: Commerzbank Arena, Sparda-Bank-Hessen-Stadion and Opel Arena. KNVB Expertise is a joint initiative consisting of Eredivisie CV, CED, KNVB (Royal Dutch Football Association) and FBO (Federation of Paid Football Organisations). Their aim is to professionalise Dutch (paid) football in terms of development.

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Defining matchday operations by Marc Schmidgall, ECA

The 4th edition of the ESSMA Summit took place 16 and 17 January 2018 in the iconic Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland. About 375 people active in the sports and stadium industry could network and listen to leading keynote and seminar speakers.   One of the keynote sessions focused on matchday operations. An introduction was provided by Marc Schmidgall, Head of Communications and Marketing ECA, followed by presentations from Roger Brosel, Head of Content and Programming LaLiga and Francesco Gianello, Head of Stadium Juventus FC.

Facility & Operations

We enjoyed a successful second day of the ESSMA Summit in Aviva Stadium, Dublin

Dublin’s iconic Aviva Stadium, home of the FAI and the IRFU, was the stunning backdrop for the ESSMA Summit 2018 this week. Organised by ESSMA (European Stadium & Safety Management Association) in partnership with the ECA (European Club Association) and the EPFL (European Professional Football Leagues), the ESSMA Summit has become the must-attend event for those involved in the stadium industry.

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The story of RSE - RHENAC Stadium Grass Grow Lighting: innovation is key

The RSE - RHENAC Stadium Grass Grow Lighting system manages to align the technical advantages of LED technology with the essential requirements for healthy grass growth. Light plays a different role in every stage of the lifecycle, from germination to growing and maintaining the grass. Moreover, LED technology is known for consuming only a fraction of the energy conventional systems require when attributing to the grass growth. ESSMA interviewed Horst Theisen about the RSE-RHENAC Stadium Grass Grow Lighting system.

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ESSMA welcomes SCAU as new Corporate Partner

ESSMA is pleased to announce SCAU as newest Corporate Partner. SCAU is an architecture firm, based in Paris, with experience in the design and construction of stadiums.

Development & Construction

ESSMA welcomes Shared Access as new Corporate Partner

ESSMA is glad to introduce Shared Access as ESSMA’s newest Corporate Partner. Shared Access are an independent owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure, and also the exclusive European partner of VenueNext. 

Facility & Operations

Industry update: more on esports, VR and Principality Stadium

Read more on esports, VR, innovative club communication and what the WRU is considering at Principality Stadium in this short stadium industry update by ESSMA.