ESSMA - European Stadium and Safety Management Association

🤝 Meet Bernard Gerritsma, one of our speakers at the ESSMA Safety & Operations Workshop Bernard Gerritsma is the director of Security Management Group (SMG). Under his leadership, SMG manages security operations at Stadion Feijenoord ‘De Kuip’ on match days and during other events in the stadium. 💥 Fan Activity versus Pyrotechnics One of the key topics Bernard Gerritsma will address during the workshop is the challenge of balancing fan engagement with stadium safety, particularly regarding the use of pyrotechnics. In the Netherlands, and especially at Feyenoord, large and impressive tifo displays often go hand in hand with the use of illegal fireworks. A recent example occurred during the KNVB Cup final on 21 April 2024 at De Kuip, where stunning tifo displays were accompanied by the lighting of pyrotechnic flares. Unfortunately, some of these flares were thrown into the moat around the pitch, igniting a discarded tifo and causing significant smoke development. This led to a temporary stoppage of the match just minutes after kick-off. The case raises an important question: how can we better anticipate and prevent such incidents to ensure safety while maintaining the passionate atmosphere of football events?    🤔 What’s your take?   Explore different perspectives and share your opinion during the ESSMA Safety & Operations Workshop on 24 & 25 March. 🎟️ Book your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/e2hQWMHx   We look forward to seeing you in Brussels and Leuven!

Stadium Industry Updates - 25 February 2025  Read the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/d6v7y-bU This week's SIU's in a nutshell: 🏗️ RAFC Antwerp Granted Permit for New 8,700-Seat Stand Royal Antwerp F.C. has received approval to demolish and rebuild "Stand 2" at Bosuil Stadium. The new stand will add 8,700 seats, improving capacity, comfort, and matchday experience. The redevelopment replaces an outdated structure with a modern alternative. Construction plans and timelines will be shared soon! 🏗️ Getafe CF Confirms Start Date for "Little Bernabéu" Renovation Getafe C.F., S.A.D. has announced that renovations for Coliseum Alfonso Pérez will begin in June 2025. Inspired by Santiago Bernabéu’s transformation, upgrades will include a new roofing structure, improved seating, and modern hospitality areas. The project aims to enhance the fan experience while making the stadium more sustainable. Work will take place during the summer break to minimise impact on matches. 🏗️ Seismic Safety Challenges for Stadio Artemio Franchi Authorities are evaluating seismic reinforcements for Stadio Artemio Franchi in Florence, a historic venue designed by Pier Luigi Nervi. The challenge lies in strengthening the structure while preserving its protected architectural design. Any modifications must balance modern safety standards with heritage conservation. Discussions on the best approach are ongoing, with further assessments expected soon.    🏗️ Nürnberg Scales Down Max-Morlock-Stadion Redevelopment  Financial constraints have led to a revised renovation plan for Max-Morlock-Stadion, focusing on essential upgrades rather than a full-scale overhaul. Safety, accessibility, and infrastructure improvements will take priority. While the stadium’s transformation won’t be as extensive as initially planned, these updates will ensure it remains fit for the future. Renovation work will proceed in phases to minimise disruptions. Other organisations in this week's SIU: Principality Stadium, Benghazi International stadium, Paris Saint-Germain Stay tuned for more updates from the stadium industry! #StadiumIndustry #Updates #News

The Live Matchday Experience, powered by Signify, provided attendees with exclusive insights into PSV Einhoven's stadium operations, innovation strategies, and fan engagement. As part of the event, participants explored the Philips Stadium, attended expert-led sessions, and witnessed PSV’s Champions League clash against Juventus Football Club. Watch the aftermovie to relive the highlights of this immersive matchday experience. Read the full article on our website. https://lnkd.in/eHmx5J35

𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗸𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 PSV 𝗮𝗻𝗱 Juventus Football Club!  In the meantime, we’ve already gained valuable insights during an engaging tour and presentation led by Damian Bott of PSV Eindhoven. 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: ⭐️ Damian shared PSV Eindhoven’s vision for 2030, including their Star Mindset—‘Creating Stars Together’—which is not only about winning trophies but also about developing future stars. 🦾 Furthermore, we received information on PSV's strategic initiatives like the Philips Stadium of tomorrow. 🏟️ An exclusive behind-the-scenes stadium tour, exploring fan zones like the Frits Philips Lounge, the PSV Museum, the e-sports zone, the fan shop, commercial offices, and more... Of course, our learning experience isn’t over just yet—but we can’t deny we’re already eagerly anticipating kick-off! Stay tuned for more insights from our Behind-The-Scenes Experience powered by Signify on our website and social channels.

🤝 Meet Bálint Máté, PMP, one of our speakers for the ESSMA Safety & Operations Workshop Balint Maté is the Head of International and CSR department. Balint has been working at Ferencvárosi Torna Club since 2013. As the main contact of the Club, Bálint played a key role in organising 100+ international matches in UEFA Club Competitions. 🌟 With extensive experience in matchday operations and international events, Balint will provide valuable insights. His session, part of the "Anti-Social Behaviour: Problems & Solutions" block, will cover key challenges related to risk assessment, stadium infrastructure, and hospitality standards—and how these factors can escalate a matchday into a high-risk event. 🚨A real-life case study: During the Borac Banja Luka vs. Ferencvárosi TC match in August 2024, Ferencváros supporters were attacked by some of the home fans, raising significant security concerns. This incident highlights the importance of effective safety measures, thorough risk assessment, and improved crowd management in international fixtures. 🧭 Explore different perspectives from inside the industry and contribute to the discussion on enhancing stadium operations across Europe. 🎟️ Book your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/e2hQWMHx We look forward to seeing you in Brussels and Leuven! #ESSMA #Safety #Operations #Workshop #Speaker #StadiumManagement #Innovation #FootballSecurity 

Stadium Industry Updates - 18 February 2025  Read the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/eRH6awhX This week's SIU's in a nutshell: 🏗️ Edgbaston Stadium gets green light for hotel & stand redevelopment  The £42 million project will include a new 146-room Radisson Red hotel with pitch-view rooms and a rooftop terrace. The Priory and Raglan Stands will be merged into a single expanded stand with improved accessibility and hospitality areas. Construction will begin in September 2025, with completion set before the 2027 Ashes Test. 🏗️ Orlando prepares for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025  Camping World Stadium is undergoing major renovations to meet FIFA’s requirements, including seating enhancements, upgraded hospitality suites, and technology improvements. The investment strengthens Orlando’s reputation as a host for international sporting events. 🏗️ AC Milan and FC Internazionale Milano to unveil new stadium plans  A 71,500-seat stadium is planned on the current San Siro parking lot, featuring 13,000 hospitality seats and 55,000 square meters of green space. The current San Siro stadium will be repurposed as a museum and event space. Construction is set to begin in 2027, with completion targeted for 2030. 📶 Wembley Stadium becomes UK’s first venue with standalone 5G network  EE has deployed a 5G standalone network at Wembley Stadium, set to launch during England’s UEFA Nations League match against Spain on February 26, 2025. The upgrade will provide faster speeds, better connectivity, and support wider stadium operations. Other organisations in this week's SIU: The Arena Bjelovar, SC Braga, Penn State Football and Football Federation of Montenegro Stay tuned for more updates and insights from the stadium industry! #StadiumIndustry #Updates #News

Stadium Industry Updates - 18 February 2025  Read the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/eRH6awhX This week's SIU's in a nutshell: 🏗️ Edgbaston Stadium gets green light for hotel & stand redevelopment  The £42 million project will include a new 146-room Radisson Red hotel with pitch-view rooms and a rooftop terrace. The Priory and Raglan Stands will be merged into a single expanded stand with improved accessibility and hospitality areas. Construction will begin in September 2025, with completion set before the 2027 Ashes Test. 🏗️ Orlando prepares for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025  Camping World Stadium is undergoing major renovations to meet FIFA’s requirements, including seating enhancements, upgraded hospitality suites, and technology improvements. The investment strengthens Orlando’s reputation as a host for international sporting events. 🏗️ AC Milan and FC Internazionale Milano to unveil new stadium plans  A 71,500-seat stadium is planned on the current San Siro parking lot, featuring 13,000 hospitality seats and 55,000 square meters of green space. The current San Siro stadium will be repurposed as a museum and event space. Construction is set to begin in 2027, with completion targeted for 2030. 📶 Wembley Stadium becomes UK’s first venue with standalone 5G network  EE has deployed a 5G standalone network at Wembley Stadium, set to launch during England’s UEFA Nations League match against Spain on February 26, 2025. The upgrade will provide faster speeds, better connectivity, and support wider stadium operations. Other organisations in this week's SIU: The Arena Bjelovar, SC Braga, Penn State Football and Football Federation of Montenegro Stay tuned for more updates and insights from the stadium industry! #StadiumIndustry #Updates #News

🏟️ 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 & 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽: 𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗔  We are pleased to announce SKIDATA as a partner for the ESSMA Safety & Operations Workshop. 𝗗𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? SKIDATA’s access control solutions play a crucial role in enhancing stadium safety and operations, as seen at Juventus Football Club, one of our event speakers. Their 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 is an integral part of the implementation of processes and technology to 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 at top venues worldwide.  Their solutions are designed to be 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 and 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆.  SKIDATA’s technology is trusted by leading venues such as Allianz Arena München Stadion GmbH, Johan Cruijff ArenA, Estádio da Luz in Portugal, and many more. 👉 Learn more about the access solutions of Skidata for your club or stadium: https://bit.ly/CP-SKIDATA   👉 Book your tickets: https://lnkd.in/e2hQWMHx     #ESSMA #SafetyOperations #Workshop

𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱-𝗧𝗵𝗲-𝗦𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲! On 19 February, ESSMA, together with PSV & Signify, is hosting an exclusive Behind-The-Scenes experience ahead of the Champions League clash between PSV & Juventus! ⚽🏟️ 🔹 Programme highlights: ✅ PSV’s vision on innovation towards 2030 ✅ Skybox & lounge tour showcasing different setups & lighting installations ✅ Fan zone exploration to see how PSV enhances the matchday experience ✅ And much more! 🔒 Open exclusively to clubs, stadiums, leagues & federations. 💨 Only 5 spots left! Secure your spot here https://lnkd.in/eay5H6Zt

🚨 1 Week to Go – ESSMA Behind-The-Scenes Matchday Experience! The countdown is on! On 19 February, we invite you to an exclusive Behind-The-Scenes Matchday Experience at Philips Stadium, home of PSV Eindhoven, during their UEFA Champions League match against Juventus, powered by Signify. 🔹 Explore PSV’s Vision for the Future: Gain insights into PSV’s strategy for fan experience and innovation leading up to 2030/2035. 🔹 Inside Skyboxes & Loges: Discover diverse layouts and lighting solutions designed to suit different tenant preferences. 🔹 Fan Journey & Hospitality: Experience how fans are welcomed and explore PSV’s catering areas. 🔹 Behind the Scenes in the Control Room: Learn how PSV and Signify create a dynamic 360° live entertainment experience. 🔹 Exclusive Experience: Enjoy lunch, dinner and the thrilling live match between PSV Eindhoven and Juventus FC. 🎟 Only 8 spots remaining !  👉 Order your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/eay5H6Zt      #ESSMA #Signify #BehindTheScenes #PSV