STADIUM PROJECT NEWS
Chiefs unveil renderings for new $3 billion stadium
The Kansas City Chiefs have released the first renderings of their planned $3 billion enclosed stadium in Kansas, with the 70,000-seat venue scheduled to open in 2031. The design features a translucent ETFE roof, seating bowl engineered to amplify crowd noise, more than 20,000 parking spaces to preserve the club’s tailgating tradition, and flexibility to host major events beyond the NFL season. Read more here.
Athletics assume responsibility for Las Vegas ballpark support infrastructure
The Athletics have filed permit applications to build a six-story parking garage and central utility plant for their future Las Vegas ballpark after taking responsibility for the infrastructure from development partner Bally’s. The move is intended to keep the $2 billion stadium project on schedule for its planned 2028 opening while adjacent mixed-use development plans continue to evolve. Read more here.
Tepper expands Bank of America Stadium renovation to $1.3 billion
Tepper Sports & Entertainment has increased the cost of its Bank of America Stadium renovation from $800 million to $1.3 billion, with owner David Tepper contributing an additional $500 million while Charlotte’s previously approved $650 million public funding remains unchanged. Updated plans include new fan gathering areas, larger video boards, renovated premium spaces, a 500-level social patio, and a 4,400-seat entertainment venue as work continues toward a 2030 completion. Read more here.
Bengals complete first phase of Paycor Stadium renovation
The Cincinnati Bengals have completed the first phase of a multiyear renovation of Paycor Stadium, introducing more than 2,000 additional club seats, five new suites, expanded premium hospitality spaces, upgraded concessions, renovated restrooms, and improved wayfinding ahead of the 2026 NFL season. The work forms part of a broader stadium modernization program that will continue through 2027, with future phases including new escalators, seating improvements, and a new videoboard. Read more here.
STADIUM TECHNOLOGY NEWS
Yankees upgrade stadium connectivity with Lumen network
The New York Yankees have selected Lumen Technologies to provide high-capacity network connectivity linking Yankee Stadium with the club’s primary data center in Tampa, Florida, using dual 100-gigabit fiber routes with automatic failover for continuous operations. The programmable network supports game-day operations, security, broadcast production, media workflows, and fan connectivity while allowing bandwidth to scale on demand during peak events. Read more here.
NHL centralizes regional broadcast production for four teams
The NHL has launched a centralized production operation for regional broadcasts, with the Carolina Hurricanes, Columbus Blue Jackets, Minnesota Wild, and St. Louis Blues joining for the 2026-27 season following the collapse of the FanDuel Sports Network regional model. NHL Productions will provide technical infrastructure, production services, and enhanced broadcast capabilities – including additional cameras, replay tools, and upgraded graphics while teams retain control of distribution, advertising, and local programming. Read more here.
SoFi Stadium unifies security operations with Genetec platform
SoFi Stadium and the surrounding 300-acre Hollywood Park campus have consolidated video surveillance, access control, automatic license plate recognition, and other security systems onto a single Genetec Security Center platform. The unified system manages more than 3,000 cameras and 700 access readers across three security operations centers, improving situational awareness and response times ahead of upcoming major events. Read more here.
STADIUM BUSINESS NEWS
Palmer Food Services named Buffalo Bills partner
Palmer Food Services has become a proud partner of the Buffalo Bills beginning with the 2026 NFL season and the opening of the new Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park. The partnership expands the food distributor’s presence in Western New York while aligning the family-owned company with one of the NFL’s highest-profile fan bases. Read more here.
Ravens name Perdue Farms Official Chicken partner
The Baltimore Ravens have signed a multiyear sponsorship agreement naming Perdue Farms the team’s Official Chicken, replacing Ford as the practice jersey patch sponsor while securing branding, retail promotions, and food service rights at M&T Bank Stadium. The partnership also includes community initiatives, including a season-long hunger relief program tied to the Ravens’ rushing performance, reinforcing the collaboration between two Maryland-based organizations. Read more here.
