Tag: UK


NEC Group new-look commercial team

NEC Group new executive ticketing team

The NEC Group Ticketing and Arenas (UK) have announced its new senior commercial team, following a strong end to Q3 for the business. ‘NEC Group’ stated that responsible for the programing of the world-class entertainment venues – the Utilita Arena Birmingham and the Resorts World Arena,... » Read more


Hurricanes home games at Alexander Stadium

Alexander Stadium will host Midlands Hurricanes

Rugby league fixtures are set to be played in Birmingham’s (UK) Alexander Stadium complex, which were the 2022 Commonwealth Games’ main venue, after a partnership was agreed by League 1 club Midlands Hurricanes and the Birmingham City Council. ‘inside the games’ stated that the Hurricanes,... » Read more


Sport Republic buy Southampton F.C. shares

New owner for Southampton FC

The Premier League club Southampton Football Club (UK) has confirmed that Sport Republic has completed the acquisition of a controlling stake in Southampton Football Club. ‘Southampton FC’ stated that Sport Republic is an investment firm in the sports and entertainment industry. They have... » Read more


Fence at Wembley to bar EURO 2020 kind ruckus

New security measures for Wembley Stadium

The Wembley Stadium in Wembley, London (UK) plans to install a new gated fence to beef up security around the venue following violent disorder at the EURO 2020 final. ‘Evening Standard’ stated that the Home Office figures show that of the 90 football-related arrests made at EURO 2020, 39 were... » Read more


Step-up in Everton Stadium internal work

Everton stadium update January 2023

The Everton Stadium in Liverpool, UK, is set to enter a transformative phase in 2023, with work ramping up on the internal works. ‘Everton FC’ stated that as the external appearance continues to develop, the race is on to make the build watertight to allow tradesmen to begin work in installing... » Read more


Walsall F.C. finally break free from tenancy

Walsall FC acquires Poundland Bescot Stadium

The EFL League Two team Walsall Football Club (WFC) announced on December 16th, 2022 that it has executed its option to acquire its home ground – the Poundland Bescot Stadium in Walsall, England (UK) – thus ending decades of tenancy. ‘Walsall FC’ stated that the club is now the... » Read more


Wembley attendance bounce back in style

Wembley Stadium sees visitor record in 2022

The Wembley Stadium owner – The Football Association (FA) – said the North London (UK) venue achieved a record-breaking attendance in 2022, across 35 major events. ‘Access All Areas’ stated that the 90,000-capacity venue had its busiest year on record with a collective attendance of... » Read more


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