STADIUM TECHNOLOGY NEWS
Riyadh Air Metropolitano rolls out smart stadium technology ahead of 2027 and 2030 events
Madrid’s Riyadh Air Metropolitano is upgrading its digital infrastructure with LG’s SkyRibbon display system and integrated connectivity platforms from Telefónica as part of a broader push to become a next-generation smart stadium. Home to Atlético Madrid, the venue is positioning itself as a showcase for large-scale audiovisual integration and fan-experience technology ahead of major international events later this decade. Read more here.
PMY and Tahreez create Saudi-based venue technology JV
Global venue-technology firm PMY Group and Saudi systems integrator Tahreez (a subsidiary of Alturki Holding) have formed a joint venture to deliver digital platforms, data systems, and experience technology for stadiums, arenas, and entertainment districts across Saudi Arabia. Read more here.
STADIUM PROJECT NEWS
Detroit City FC secures city approval for $198M stadium district project
Detroit City FC has cleared a major hurdle in its push to redevelop a long-idle site in southwest Detroit, with the City Council approving a tax incentive package and community benefits agreement tied to a new stadium district. The $198 million plan includes a 15,000-seat stadium, parking structure, and affordable housing units on the former Southwest Detroit Hospital site, setting the stage for a technology-ready venue and mixed-use redevelopment. Read more here.
U.S. investment group accelerates new Cagliari stadium project in Italy
A group of U.S. investors led by Maurizio Fiori has taken a minority stake in Cagliari Calcio, injecting capital and financial expertise into the club’s long-delayed stadium redevelopment. The partnership is expected to fast-track construction of a new venue named after club legend Gigi Riva, addressing infrastructure gaps that have long hindered growth among Italian clubs. Read more here.
STADIUM BUSINESS NEWS
AEG extends Marriott Bonvoy partnership across global arena portfolio
AEG has extended its long-running deal with Marriott Bonvoy, keeping the travel brand embedded across marquee venues including Crypto.com Arena, The O2, Uber Arena, and Mercedes-Benz Arena. The renewed agreement doubles down on loyalty-driven fan experiences while tying hotel rewards more tightly to live sports, concerts, and AEG’s global footprint. Read more here.
Columbus Crew to rename home venue ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in 2026
Columbus Crew has expanded its long-running partnership with ScottsMiracle-Gro through a multi-year stadium naming-rights agreement that will see the club’s downtown venue rebranded as ScottsMiracle-Gro Field beginning with the 2026 season.
Financial terms were not disclosed. Read more here.
RDS Arena to Reopen as Laya Arena After US$60.2M Redevelopment
The historic RDS Arena in Dublin has been renamed Laya Arena under a 10-year naming rights deal with insurer Laya Healthcare (part of AXA Group), coinciding with a US$60.2 million renovation that increases capacity to over 20,000 seats. Read more here.
