ESSMA Connect
ESSMA Connect session VII – Digitalisation at Deutsche Bank Park

Learn more from Timm Jäger about Eintracht Frankfurt’s “Arena of IoT” project.
ESSMA Connect session VI – 24/7 Software

Learn more about stadium operations software with insights from our latest report and Mr. David Payne from 24/7 Software.
ESSMA Connect session V – SD Eibar’s renovation at Estadio de Ipurua

Mr. Jon Ander Ulazia shared insights on SD Eibar’s renovation process of its Estadio de Ipurua.
ESSMA Connect session IV – sustainability initiatives at Section Paloise

Sylvain Caliman shared with us the story about their 100% green and recyclable jersey as well as other sustainable initiatives at Section Paloise.
ESSMA Connect session III – return to stadiums with a COVID-19-free pass

Andreas Kienbink from keyper walked us through the possibilities of the COVID-free pass. This Software As A Service -solution facilitates the new health accreditation protocols and allows a quick scan of COVID-19 test results.
ESSMA Connect session II – 1,500 fans returning to Almere City FC

As part of a test event series, Keuken Kampioen Divisie Club Almere City FC hosted a test event with 1,500 fans returning to the stadium on Sunday 28 February. Ezra Eland, Safety Manager at the club, shared the first insights and lessons learned.
ESSMA Connect session I – Tiger House at FC Utrecht

FC Utrecht has added a house for the mascot to their stadium, filled with activities for the youngest audience members. And even on non-match days there are opportunities to interact with the mascots and therefore Utrecht FC. The general idea is that magical moments with the mascot at a young age result into fans for life. Stef Van Der Weide (Safety & Operations Manager) & Sonny Van Kranenburg (Generation Z Marketeer) discussed the idea and the process.