Month: February 2015


Jacksonville site to be transformed into vibrant entertainment district

Jacksonville site

Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan on February 17 unveiled a plan to turn the ill-fated, city-owned Shipyards property into a mix of housing, retail and offices, as well as practice fields for his team. His proposal includes restaurants, a marina, a hotel, an amphitheater, a park and a twisty... » Read more


Qatar likely to host F1 race in 2016-17

F1 race in 2016-17

Qatar could be included on the Formula 1 calendar as early as 2016 as negotiations between organisers and Bernie Ecclestone reach an advanced stage, according to latest media reports. Organisers first signalled a desire to join the F1 schedule earlier this year, though its inclusion is seemingly... » Read more


Hungary pumps in $250mn for 22 stadium projects this year

Hungary stadiums

While Hungary opened three new stadiums in 2014, this year stadium construction in the country received a big boost with 22 major projects lined up for commencement of progress. The government has announced its plans to spend 67.144 billion forints ($250 million) for the projects. The Hungarian... » Read more


Madrid High Court ruling halts Abu Dhabi-backed Real Madrid stadium revamp

Madrid High Court

A ruling by Madrid’s High Court has halted Abu Dhabi-backed plan to transform the home of Spanish football giants Real Madrid, according to recent media reports. A statement posted on its official Real Madrid website read: “The High Court of Madrid has overturned the Agreement from 15... » Read more


Online marketing platform for the sports industry

Online marketing platform

BTD has developed a comprehensive 360° online marketing solution specifically geared towards requirements of professional sports. BTD has named it BOMP – BTD Online Marketing Platform. The solution is available, with immediate effect, to all BTD customers under the internal working title “BOMP... » Read more


Vegas’ MLS dream shattered, Findlay withdraws expansion bid

Vegas’ MLS dream

Findlay Sports & Entertainment announced on Thursday (February 12) that the group has officially withdrew its bid for a Major League Soccer (MLS) expansion franchise in Las Vegas. The announcement came just hours after the City of Las Vegas decided to discontinue efforts of pursuing a stadium... » Read more


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