Smart Stadium Global Market Report 2024

The smart stadium market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $11.19 billion in 2023 to $13.83 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.6%. The expansion in the historical period can be credited to enhanced fan engagement, operational efficiency, and cost reduction, measures for safety and security, opportunities for data monetization, and initiatives for sustainability.

The smart stadium market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $31.24 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.6%. The expansion in the projected timeframe can be linked to 5G connectivity and high-speed networks, the adoption of contactless and cashless transactions, personalized fan experiences, and the implementation of smart venue management and analytics. Key trends anticipated in the forecast period encompass smart seating and viewing experiences, advancements in security and surveillance, initiatives for green and sustainability, real-time data analytics for operations, and the integration of smart parking and transportation solutions.

The growth of the smart stadiums market is projected to be fueled by the growing sports league culture. Smart stadiums provide fans and employees with comprehensive information about the game, parking options, seat upgrades, and overall facility experience. Construction Management magazine reported that a stadium's capacity is expected to exceed 50,000, with additional seats, commercial space, improved accessibility, and local transportation. The growing sports league culture is a key driver for the smart stadiums market.

The growing demand for cloud-based solutions is anticipated to drive the growth of the smart stadiums market. Cloud-based solutions enable stadium operators to collect, store, and analyze data, leading to better resource utilization and an enhanced fan experience. According to Exploding Topics, cloud infrastructure services generate $178 billion annually. The increasing demand for cloud-based solutions is driving the growth of the smart stadiums market.

The integration of advanced technologies is a key trend in the smart stadiums market, with major players focusing on providing an immersive experience for fans worldwide. Google, Accenture, and Telstra collaborated to introduce smart stadium features in the Australian football stadium, Marvel, in May 2022. Leveraging 5G-powered AR wayfinding, this collaboration enhances visitor interactions with the physical environment, offering a virtual experience that includes interactions with virtual brands and digital characters.

Major companies in the smart stadiums market are forming partnerships to develop new products and strengthen their market positions. For instance, in September 2023, JIG-SAW, a US-based provider of business information and data services, partnered with Climatec LLC, a US-based company providing building technologies and energy solutions. This collaboration aims to integrate IoT technology and building automation solutions to improve the entire fan experience and streamline stadium operations.

In August 2022, Schneider Electric, a France-based electrical and electronic manufacturing company, acquired the electrical and automation business of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Schneider Electric will use related brand insignia for a specified period, leveraging the popularity and strong demand associated with the Larsen & Toubro brand. Larsen & Toubro, based in India, is known for designing and constructing the world's largest cricket stadium at Motera using the latest precast technologies.

Major companies operating in the smart stadium market report are Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation, Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Intel Corporation, International Business Machines Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., Fujitsu Limited, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, Johnson Controls International PLC, NEC Corporation, CenturyLink Inc., Infosys Limited, NXP Semiconductors NV, Locbee, Atos SE, Tech Mahindra Limited, HPE Aruba Networking, Vix IP Pty Ltd., John Mezzalingua Associates LLC, Hawk-Eye Innovations Ltd., Volteo Technology Pvt. Ltd., Dignia Systems Limited, Precision Sports Technologies Ltd., AllGoVision Technologies Pvt. Ltd., GP Smart Stadium, Dignia Volteo GP Smart Stadium, Intechnology Byrom Ltd., Insprid Lead Ltd., Ucopia Communications SA.

Europe was the largest region in the smart stadium market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the smart stadium market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the smart stadium market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The main types of components in smart stadiums are software and services. Stadium software is designed to integrate connected systems and the data collected by such systems with various other smart solutions. The smart stadium software includes building automation, crowd management, stadium and public security, and digital content management. Deployment modes encompass on-premise, cloud, and hybrid, serving purposes in stadium and public security, building automation, event management, crowd management, and other areas.

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The smart stadium market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing security, venue control and club management solutions. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The smart stadium market also includes sales of sensors, cameras and digital signs that connect to wired and wireless networks. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.