STADIUM TECHNOLOGY NEWS
London Stadium solar installation surpasses 1 million kWh
London Stadium’s rooftop solar installation has generated more than 1 million kWh of electricity since becoming operational in July 2025, enough to match the annual power consumption of more than 350 homes. Ameresco UK developed the 6,500-square-meter system, which incorporates 3,350 solar panels on the stadium roof, making it one of Europe’s largest stadium solar installations. Read more here.
State Farm Arena upgrading to Wi-Fi 7
Atlanta’s State Farm Arena is upgrading its wireless network to Wi-Fi 7 under a new multiyear technology agreement between Cisco and the Atlanta Hawks. The project, which began in October and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, will improve connectivity for fans, teams and event operations. Read more here.
STADIUM PROJECT NEWS
Kansas City Royals unveil designs for $1.B downtown ballpark
The Kansas City Royals have unveiled new designs for their proposed $1.9 billion downtown ballpark, part of a $3 billion redevelopment near Crown Center. Designed by Populous, the stadium would feature approximately 34,000 seats, standing room for another 3,000 spectators, a three-dimensional Crown Vision scoreboard, fountains and two 360-degree concourses. Read more here.
Oklahoma breaks ground on $49M baseball stadium renovation
The University of Oklahoma launched the second phase of its $49 million renovation and expansion of Kimrey Family Stadium in Norman with a groundbreaking ceremony on October 16. The project includes upgrades to the seating bowl, expanded team facilities, new concessions and restrooms, and a dedicated fan plaza. Read more here.
Romania begins construction of new Gheorghe Hagi stadium
Construction has begun on the new Gheorghe Hagi Stadium in Constanța, Romania, three years after the previous venue was demolished. The 18,350-seat stadium will cost approximately 491 million lei and meet UEFA Category 4 standards, allowing it to host major international matches. Plans include covered seating, VIP facilities, retail and catering areas, a conference center, training facilities and a museum dedicated to local club Farul Constanța. Read more here.
STADIUM BUSINESS NEWS
Chicago Bears reopen Illinois stadium talks amid Indiana competition
The Chicago Bears have resumed discussions with Illinois officials over a new stadium in Arlington Heights, even as the NFL franchise continues negotiations over a potential move to Hammond, Indiana. Illinois lawmakers are considering creating a public stadium authority that would own the venue, with the Bears financing construction and leasing it. The arrangement could exempt the stadium from property taxes, a major obstacle in previous negotiations. Read more here.
Cisco expanding networking infrastructure at Rocket Arena
The Cleveland Cavaliers have named Cisco their official enterprise networking partner under a new multiyear agreement covering Rocket Arena and the Cleveland Clinic Global Peak Performance Center. Cisco will continue providing networking and cybersecurity infrastructure at the arena while extending its technology to the new performance facility, scheduled to open in February 2027. Read more here.
