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MA N A G E M E N T FOOTBALL &
June - July 2018 Issue
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4 ROUND UP
• Economic case for new Stadium at Kingsford even stronger.
• Leading engineering firm appointed to help make Stadium for Bath a reality.
• All England Lawn Tennis Club. 10 STADIUM DEVELOPMENT
• Three new football stadiums in Russia – the Samara Arena, Kaliningrad Stadium and Saransk Stadium – are now ready for their World Cup kick-offs, after the installation of new high-tech hybrid pitches.
12 KEY CONSIDERATIONS FOR 3G PITCH SPECIFICATION
• With cost, permeability, and performance all key contributing factors in the construction of 3G pitches, and specification largely governed by carpet manufacturers, choosing the most appropriate sub-base can prove to be a challenging process for contractors and end-users alike.
16 GRASSMASTER AT THE 2018 FOOTBALL WORLD CUP IN RUSSIA
• GrassMaster by Tarkett Sports will again be present at this elite-level tournament.
18 MORE EFFECTIVE MASS SCREENINGS FOR STADIUMS
• Detecting weapons of mass casualty before terrorists get too close.
20 WEMBLEY FORCED TO PUT UP SAFETY NETS
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• The Football Association was forced to install netting under the entirety of Wembley Stadium’s roof as a precautionary measure against any of it falling down.
28 CLUBS TO BECOME FANS OF CASHLESS PAYMENTS
• Jason Thomas, explains how they can enrich the fan experience, improve loyalty and boost revenue.
30 LORDS AGAINST STRAWS!
• Lord’s Cricket Ground continued its commitment to sustainable operations with the announcement of a number of initiatives to help combat single-use plastic consumption.
34 IMPACT OF SPORT ON DATA CENTRES
• Big Data in Sport: keeping up with Power Pressures. Casting a Wider Net
More effective Mass Screenings for Stadia
In this issue: • Key considerations for 3G pitch specification
• Clubs to become fans of Cashless Payments • Enhancing the modern stadium experience
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