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ESSMA Safety and Security Workshop Copenhagen: 5 Key Takeaways

ESSMA Safety and Security Workshop Copenhagen: 5 Key Takeaways

March 26, 2026 No Comments

The ESSMA Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen brought together more than 40 industry professionals from 11 different countries at the home of F.C. Copenhagen. Over two days, participants explored…

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Tim Greenwell (Squire PB) – Learnings from a decade at Southampton FC & look towards the future

Tim Greenwell (Squire PB) – Learnings from a decade at Southampton FC & look towards the future

admin March 26, 2026 No Comments

The ESSMA Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen also highlighted the growing importance of governance, planning, and team culture in stadium safety. Drawing on real-life experience from Southampton FC, the…

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Professor Steven Verstockt (University of Ghent) – Integration of AI in Stadium Safety

Professor Steven Verstockt (University of Ghent) – Integration of AI in Stadium Safety

admin March 26, 2026 No Comments

The ESSMA Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen also explored how emerging technologies can enhance stadium safety and operational efficiency. Through the GOTCHA project, participants discovered how AI, video analytics,…

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Morten Therkildsen (Roskilde festival) – The Showstop Procedure

Morten Therkildsen (Roskilde festival) – The Showstop Procedure

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The ESSMA Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen also addressed one of the most critical aspects of event safety: the ability to make fast and clear decisions in high-risk situations.…

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Claus Juhl Jorgensen (FC Copenhagen) – Implementing biometrics at Parken Stadium

Claus Juhl Jorgensen (FC Copenhagen) – Implementing biometrics at Parken Stadium

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The ESSMA Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen also provided a focused look at how biometric technology can enhance stadium security in practice. F.C. Copenhagen showcased a targeted approach, using…

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Tim Berggren & Kasper Kragh (Divisionsforeningen) – Implementing Facial Recognition across the Danish League

Tim Berggren & Kasper Kragh (Divisionsforeningen) – Implementing Facial Recognition across the Danish League

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The ESSMA Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen also explored the role of biometric technology in modern stadium operations. With increasing pressure to balance security, efficiency, and fan experience, the…

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Joshua Geertsen (Football Security Service Belgium) – Learnings from the Belgian Study on Pyrotechnics

Joshua Geertsen (Football Security Service Belgium) – Learnings from the Belgian Study on Pyrotechnics

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The ESSMA Safety & Security Workshop in Copenhagen brought together stadium professionals to exchange key insights on safety, pyrotechnics, and innovation. Through expert sessions and interactive discussions, participants explored both…

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Stadium Industry Updates – 17 March 2026

Stadium Industry Updates – 17 March 2026

March 17, 2026 No Comments

From innovative tech to game-changing club moves and major stadium construction projects, get up to speed on what's making headlines in the stadium world this week 👇

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Stadium Industry Updates – 24 February 2026

Stadium Industry Updates – 24 February 2026

February 24, 2026 No Comments

From innovative tech to game-changing club moves and major stadium construction projects, get up to speed on what's making headlines in the stadium world this week 👇

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Dormakaba

Dormakaba

February 23, 2026 No Comments

Dormakaba is a global provider of smart, secure and sustainable access solutions that help stadiums manage the flow of fans, staff and VIPs efficiently and safely. They design and install…

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