Lisa Knights, Group Head of Communications, elaborated during the ESSMA Summit 2020 how Ashton Gate Stadium has been developed into a multifunctional venue since 2014 and how they will continue to develop the surrounding area in the upcoming years to create a true multifunctional site, housing a multitude of sports and events.
Recently, both AEK and Panathinaikos FC have decided to join the ESSMA-network in the stadium industry. By connecting to our wide network of experts, they gain access to innovative ideas for stadium construction and operations
Read more on the Google Home app of PSV, progress of Yanmar Stadion, new COVID-19 club & league initiatives and more in ESSMA’s industry update.
The first 2020 issue of ESSMA’s Stadium Development Report provides a broad overview on the proposed and ongoing stadium development projects in Belgium as well as insights on projects presented during the ESSMA Summit including Ashton Gate Stadium and Pampas 2020.
The recognition of the importance of promoting sustainability in the sports sector, particularly in football keeps on growing year by year. In this regard, LIFE TACKLE and the European Stadium & Safety Management Association (ESSMA) have recently joined forces to expand the knowledge of sustainability throughout European and non-European football stadiums. The partnership was established through the signature of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ESSMA and the Institute of Management of Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies, a public University based in Pisa (Italy), lead partner of the LIFE TACKLE project
Read more on the jersey initiatives of RKC Waalwijk and Almere City FC, the nationwide EURO 2020 initiative of the FA, the first info session regarding Club Brugge’s new stadium and more in ESSMA’s weekly industry update.
Our colleague Yari Van Minsel had the pleasure of joining KNVB Expertise on their annual Field Trip, this year to the Basque Country. Over the course of 3 days more than 30 representatives from Dutch Eredivisie and Keuken Kampioen Divisie clubs visited Real Sociedad, SD Eibar and Athletic Club de Bilbao. Each club provided in-depth presentations and extensive stadium tours during the visit.
Read more on the new app of RCD Espanyol de Barcelona, safe standing at Ashton Gate Stadium, DFL’s 2020 economic report and more in ESSMA’s weekly industry update.