15Oct
Stadium Development Report nr 3 2020 out now!
This issue holds a global perspective, with projects from Asia, Europe and the USA.
Development & Construction
09Oct
ESSMA Spotlight: register now for our brand-new virtual event!
ESSMA will kick-off 2021 with a brand-new event, the ESSMA Spotlight! ESSMA Spotlight aims to be the virtual counterpart of the annual ESSMA Summit, which is rescheduled towards June 1 and 2 in Turin, Italy.
08Oct
Industry update: more on redevelopment, safe standing & fan experience
Read more on the multifunctional stadium project of FC Metz, new facilities at SD Eibar and Athletic Bilbao, safe standing at CA Osasuna and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
28Sep
Sofa talks during safety&security e-workshop reveal impact of COVID-19 on airport and other large venues
COVID-19 heavily impacts all industries that bring together big crowds. In order to inspire our members on how to organize a safe return to the stadium for larger groups of fans, we consulted Wilfried Covent from BrusselsAirport and Frank Wijnveld from CrowdProfessionals.
23Sep
Industry update: more on broadcasting, development & operations
Read more on broadcasting in Allsvenskan, the start-up challenge of Athletic Bilbao, data collecting in Eredivisie and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
21Sep
Steaua Bucharest’s reconstructed community-use Ghencea Stadium
In 2018, Romanian football club Steaua Bucharest released designs for a total reconstruction of its legendary Ghencea stadium in preparation of Bucharest’s hosting of part of the EURO 2020 tournament. With a focus on multifunctionality and community use, it is obvious that the stadium’s legacy was kept in mind in the design process.
17Sep
COVID-19 report part 2: 12 - step – programme to restart matchday operations and experiences from Denmark, Poland and Russia
The implementation of safety and hygienic measures is top of mind for stadium management all over Europe, as now they are welcoming thousands of fans back in the stands.
02Sep
The emergence of residential units as a driving factor for stadium projects
More and more proposed stadium projects, whether they are redevelopments or new constructions, are including an urban redevelopment of the surrounding area in their plans. They often promise to be a catalyst for urban regeneration and include retail spaces, community facilities, offices and excellent access to public transport.