Stadiums are becoming the proving ground for the UK's next generation of connectivity. As fan expectations rise and venues take on a bigger role in regeneration and community life, the pressure is on operators, venue owners, vendors and local authorities to deliver networks that are fast and resilient.
This webinar brings together voices from across the connectivity ecosystem to explore what it really takes to deliver world-class, future-proof connectivity in one of the most demanding environments there is: a live sports venue.
This session, including a case study of Everton FC's new Hill Dickinson Stadium, will unpack the practical realities of deploying 5G and neutral host infrastructure at scale, the role of intelligent orchestration in keeping networks efficient and adaptive, and how the outcomes of "getting it right" ripple out far beyond the turnstiles.
What this session will cover
- Everton FC share the story behind the club's new home and its approach to connectivity from the ground up
- 5G evolution and large-scale connectivity requirements in high-density, high-demand venues
- Delivering connectivity in dense environments. The practical realities of neutral host deployment in complex, high-footfall venues
- Intelligent orchestration and network optimisation. Building energy-efficient, resilient and adaptive infrastructure through open, programmable networks
- How stadium-led connectivity and regeneration projects support wider community and public-sector goals
- What closer working between operators, venue owners, vendors and councils looks like in practice
Who should attend
This session is designed for anyone working across telecoms, digital infrastructure, sports and venue management, or local government, including:
- Mobile network operators and neutral host providers
- Venue owners, operators and stadium developers
- Local authorities and regeneration teams
- Technology vendors working in connectivity, orchestration and network infrastructure
- Anyone interested in the intersection of sport, smart cities and connectivity
Agenda
- 12.30 - 12.35 Welcome and introduction
- 12:35 – 12:45 Presentation: Everton FC on Hill Dickinson Stadium
- 12:45 – 13:05 Panel: Building the resilient, sustainable venue - 5G evolution, intelligent orchestration, delivery challenges and community outcomes
- 13:05 – 13:15 Panel: Sport as a catalyst for smart city outcomes - regeneration, connectivity and collaboration between operators, venue owners and councils
- 13:15 – 13:25 Audience Q&A
- 13:25 – 13:30 Close
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Meet the team
Tales Gaspar
Programme Manager, UK SPF and Satellite, techUK
Tales has a background in law and economics, with previous experience in the regulation of new technologies and infrastructure.
In the UK and Europe, he offered consultancy on intellectual property rights of cellular and IoT technologies and on the regulatory procedures at the ITU as a Global Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI).
Tales has an LL.M in Law and Business by the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV) and an MSc in Regulation at the London School of Economics, with a specialization in Government and Law.
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- [email protected]
- Phone:
- +44 (0) 0207 331 2000
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- www.techUK.org
- LinkedIn:
- www.linkedin.com/in/talesngaspar
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Sophie Greaves
Associate Director, Digital Infrastructure, techUK
Sophie Greaves is Associate Director for Digital Infrastructure at techUK, overseeing the Telecoms Programme, the Data Centres Programme, and the UK Spectrum Policy Forum.
Sophie leads our work across telecoms networks, security and resilience, supply chain diversification, advanced communications technologies, spectrum policy, and data centres - bringing these areas together into a dedicated Digital Infrastructure unit. She was previously Head of Telecoms and Spectrum Policy.
Prior to joining techUK, Sophie completed a masters in Film Studies at University College London; her dissertation examined US telecoms policy relating to net neutrality and content distribution.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0207 331 2038
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiegreaves/,https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiegreaves/
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Josh Turpin
Programme Manager, Telecoms and Net Zero, techUK
Josh joined techUK as a Programme Manager for Telecoms and Net Zero in August 2024.
In this role, working jointly across the techUK Telecoms and Climate Programmes, Josh is responsible for leading on telecoms infrastructure deployment and uptake and supporting innovation opportunities, as well as looking at how the tech sector can be further utilised in the UK’s decarbonisation efforts.
Prior to joining techUK, Josh’s background was in public affairs and communications, working for organisations across a diverse portfolio of sectors including defence, telecoms and infrastructure; aiding clients through stakeholder engagement, crisis communications, media outreach as well as secretariat duties.
Outside of work, Josh has a keen interest in music, painting and sailing.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2038
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-turpin/
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