PPG Paints Arena to implement analytics for smart cameras to monitor fan experience
The Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) are testing smart-camera technology from Azena at PPG Paints Arena to measure the fan experience in real time, allowing operational changes to be made on the fly. (more…)
Gutierrez: We expect new Tempe arena deal by end of year
With the city and the Arizona Coyotes (NHL) moving forward with negotiations on a new Tempe arena, team president and CEO Xavier Gutierrez expects a deal to be in place by the end of the year. (more…)
Daktronics reports record videodisplay orders for FY2022
Good news for the venue industry in general and Daktronics specifically: the firm announced record videodisplay orders for FY2022, fueled by big orders like the Intuit Dome Halo Board, set to debut in the new home of the Los Angeles Clippers (NBA) in 2024. (more…)
New Milwaukee venue pitched for former Bucks arena site
A new Milwaukee venue featuring two performance spaces is being pitched at the former Bradley Center site next to Fiserv Forum, current Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) home, becoming the second new downtown venue to be unveiled in a week. (more…)
Cutting-edge venue Tech Port Center + Arena opens
Billed as one of the most technologically advanced venues ever built, San Antonio’s $70-million Tech Port Center + Arena is now open and hosting concerts, eSports tourneys and other gatherings. (more…)
Flames shift Stockton AHL affiliate to Calgary
The end is near for the Stockton Heat, as the Calgary Flames’ AHL affiliate is moving from California to Alberta for the 2022-2023 season. (more…)
Classic Center Arena construction underway
After a groundbreaking ceremony, construction has begun on Classic Center Arena, the new 8,500-capacity Athens (GA) facility set for concerts, events, the UGA Ice Dawgs and a new ECHL team. (more…)
State Farm Arena sustainability efforts earn TRUE Platinum certification
Big milestone for State Farm Arena sustainability efforts, as the home of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks earns TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) Platinum certification from Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body. (more…)
Video Music Awards return to Prudential Center
The Video Music Awards are returning to Prudential Center for the first time since 2019, as the home of the New Jersey Devils will be spotlighted across MTV’s global footprint of linear and digital platforms. (more…)
OKC Blue in search of new home?
Only one G League team shares a home with its NBA parent, but that arrangement is likely to end for the 2022-2023 season with the NBA-mandated departure of Oklahoma City Blue from Paycom Center. (more…)
Mackey Arena renovations on tap for Boilermakers
Mackey Arena renovations are on tap for the Purdue Boilermakers men’s and women’s basketball programs, with $6.7 million budgeted for improvements. (more…)
Len Komoroski to step down as arena, Cavaliers CEO
Len Komoroski, CEO of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and Rock Entertainment Group, is stepping down at the conclusion of the current Cavaliers season. (more…)