06Feb
Industry update: more on sustainability, new stadium projects and VR
Read more on sustainability initiatives, stadium projects and augmented reality in this short stadium industry update by ESSMA.
Development & Construction
02Feb
Martin Murphy, Aviva Stadium: New stadium projects ask for comprehensive planning, don't underestimate your year 1 budget
One of the keynote sessions focused on stadium lifecycle. An introduction was provided by Dimitri Huygen, Managing Director ESSMA, followed by presentations from Martin Murphy, Stadium Director Aviva Stadium and Eric Hart, Head of Tampa Sports Authority managing Raymond James Stadium.
01Feb
Leicester City unveil plans for new training centre
Leicester City FC revealed their plan for a new and state-of-the-art training facility, as part of its long-term commitment to strengthening Leicestershire's status as a home for the development of world-class sport.
26Jan
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.
26Jan
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.
17Jan
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.
09Jan
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.
20Dec
Industry update: more on stadium renovations, construction and fan engagement
Read more on several stadium development projects and renovations and see examples of social media integration for fan engagement in this short stadium industry update by ESSMA.