Rob Ridley, Author at The Stadium Business

Four stadia added to expanded World Supercross Championship calendar

The World Supercross Championship has unveiled an expanded calendar for its 2023 season, including new events at major stadia such as Villa Park, Groupama Stadium, Merkur Spiel Arena and BC Place.

Renovation confirmed for Wisła Kraków stadium ahead of European Games

Stadion Miejski im. Henryka Reymana, the home of Polish Ekstraklasa football club Wisła Kraków, is set to undergo renovation work in order to fulfil its role as a key venue for the 2023 European Games.

District of Columbia says goodbye to RFK Stadium

The District of Columbia has officially bid farewell to RFK Stadium, with the long-term future of its most iconic sports and concert venue yet to be determined.

Porte de La Chapelle Arena running behind schedule

Porte de La Chapelle Arena, one of only two new permanent venues being developed for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, is facing delivery delays.

Checkout-free shopping debuts in MLS at CityPark

Zippin has launched the first checkout-free shopping technology at a Major League Soccer stadium, through stores at St. Louis City SC’s new CityPark.

LLDC seeking new operator for Copper Box Arena

London Legacy Development Corporation has launched a tender process to secure a new operator for the Copper Box Arena at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Rangers reveal Ibrox upgrade plans

Scottish Premiership football club Rangers has revealed plans that will expand capacity at Ibrox through a project focused on improving the stadium’s accessibility and facilities for disabled supporters.

IOC assesses future of Winter Olympics as 2030 Games decision postponed

The International Olympic Committee has delayed plans to award hosting rights to the 2030 Winter Olympic Games as it seeks to assess the long-term future of the event amid challenges such as climate change, with rotation amongst a pool of hosts one idea on the table.

Manfred labels 2023 ‘crucial year’ for A’s future in Oakland

Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred has increased the pressure on the Oakland Athletics and City of Oakland to seal an agreement for a new ballpark, stating 2023 will be a “crucial year” in determining the franchise’s future while confirming it wouldn’t be hit with a relocation fee should it choose to move to Las Vegas.

Construction to begin on new Club Bolívar stadium

Construction work is set to commence on a new stadium for Bolivian Primera División football giant Club Bolívar.

NRL broadcast partner takes naming rights to Dolphins stadium

National Rugby League expansion team the Dolphins has agreed a four-year deal with streaming service Kayo Sports for the naming rights to its home stadium.

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Wrexham reveals designs for new Kop stand

Five US venues to host ICC T20 World Cup 2024 games

Fulham delays full opening of new Riverside Stand

Dinamo Zagreb unveils plans for new €60m stadium

State Farm Stadium fitted with new Daktronics display ahead of Super Bowl

EngageRM’s omnichannel platform proving a hit with the Milwaukee Bucks

New Chelsea owners planning Stamford Bridge improvements

Winners unveiled at TheStadiumBusiness Design & Development Awards 2022

Arsenal confirms plans to renovate Emirates Stadium

Everton brings in Elevate to market new stadium

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