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Vodafone opens business lounge at Ricoh Arena
Vodafone has officially opened the Vodafone Business Lounge at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry – an innovation space to give businesses in the West Midlands access to digital expertise and an opportunity to experience the latest game-changing technologies. The lounge, at the home of Wasps
rugby club, will provide an opportunity for businesses to collaborate and innovate and to experience technologies such as 5G, the Internet of Things (IoT) and high- speed fibre. The move is part of Vodafone’s commitment to creating technology centres across the UK, including the recently opened Digital Innovation Hub in MediaCityUK, Salford, as well as its multi-billion network investment in 5G. At the launch, guests were able
to try some of the demos on permanent display including a ‘Day in the life of 5G’ showcasing the impact 5G will have on the sports, retail and automotive industries, in
‘A great opportunity for local organisations to try new technologies’
collaboration with Ericsson, a 5G ‘drop goal’ VR experience and a haptic suit that simulates the feeling of a rugby tackle. Anne Sheehan, director of
Vodafone Business UK, said: “Our customers can already access the Vodafone 5G network in 15 towns and cities across the UK – including Birmingham and Wolverhampton – and at key business hot-spots across the West Midlands like Birmingham Airport and the NEC. The Vodafone Business Lounge
will enable West Midlands businesses to experience the game-changing potential of 5G and foster innovation and partnerships. With 5G, we can help turn their vision into reality.” James Haskell, Wasps’ former England rugby player, said:
New experiences: James Haskell checks out the business lounge
“Technology has played a key role in both the sporting and business aspects of my life. The Vodafone Business Lounge is a great opportunity for local organisations to try new technologies. I’m particularly excited to see how 5G can enable the creation of new and compelling experiences for fans.” Stephen Vaughan, chief
executive (sports) at Wasps Group, said: “Unveiling the Vodafone Business Lounge at the Ricoh Arena reinforces the exciting digital journey that we are on with
Vodafone. Together, we will continue to push the boundaries of visitor experience at the arena with 5G game-changing technology.” Research launched by Vodafone
highlights the impact 5G will have on the world of sport. More than three quarters of business leaders from sports organisations said improving fan engagement – and delivering new and innovative fan experiences – will be key to future success; and that 5G, more than any other technology, will drive change and enable such experiences.
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