Event Stewarding Services Market Report 2026

The event stewarding services market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.96 billion in 2025 to $4.33 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of live entertainment and sports events, increased regulatory requirements for public safety, growing urban population density, rising number of public gatherings, increased outsourcing of event safety services.

The event stewarding services market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.09 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of technology-assisted crowd monitoring, rising demand for trained multi-skilled stewards, expansion of international events and festivals, growing emphasis on sustainability and waste management at events, higher focus on risk mitigation planning. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for professionally managed crowd services, rising focus on health and safety compliance, growing use of digital communication tools for stewards, expansion of large-scale public events, enhanced training and certification standards.

The increasing frequency of international sports tournaments is expected to drive the growth of the event stewarding services market in the coming years. International sports tournaments are organized competitive events where athletes or teams from different countries participate to compete in various sports disciplines, promoting global unity, cultural exchange, and excellence in sportsmanship on an international stage. The rise in international sports tournaments is fueled by growing global media coverage, which increases visibility and revenue opportunities for organizers and sponsors, encouraging more frequent events worldwide. Event stewarding services support international sports tournaments by ensuring effective crowd management, maintaining safety and security, guiding spectators, and assisting in overall event organization to deliver a safe and enjoyable experience. For instance, in November 2023, according to the Badminton World Federation (BWF), a Malaysia-based governing body, global participation in badminton reached over 300 million active players in 2023, up from around 250 million in 2022. Therefore, the increasing frequency of international sports tournaments is driving the growth of the event stewarding services market.

Major companies operating in the event stewarding services market are focusing on developing real-time threat detection solutions to enhance situational awareness, operational efficiency, and overall event security management. Real-time threat detection involves continuous monitoring and analysis of data or activities to identify potential security threats or suspicious behavior as they occur, enabling immediate responses to risks and preventing incidents before they escalate. For instance, in February 2025, Fortune Marketing Private Limited, an India-based marketing company, launched its AI-powered surveillance system to revolutionize modern security infrastructure by integrating advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. This innovative solution enhances real-time threat detection, facial recognition, and behavioral analysis, enabling proactive incident prevention. Designed to provide smarter and faster responses, this launch marks a significant step toward building safer environments across residential, commercial, and public sectors. It aims to strengthen proactive security capabilities, reduce human intervention, and set new benchmarks in intelligent surveillance solutions for comprehensive safety and risk management.

In November 2023, Norland Equity Partners Limited, a UK-based private equity firm, acquired The Combined Services Provider Limited for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Norland Equity Partners aims to strengthen its portfolio and expand its presence in the integrated services sector by leveraging the expertise of The Combined Services Provider (CSP). The acquisition enables Norland to enhance operational efficiency, diversify service offerings, and deliver greater value to clients across multiple industries. The Combined Services Provider Limited is a UK-based provider of event stewarding services.

Major companies operating in the event stewarding services market report are Securitas AB, Prosegur Compañía de Seguridad S.A., Mitie Group Plc, CrowdGuard Limited, Wilson James Limited, Bidvest Noonan Limited, Showsec International Limited, Odeon Security Private Limited, Garda World Security Corporation, Allied Universal Security Services LLC, FGH Security Ltd., Alliance Management Group LLC, Security and Event Solutions Ltd., Guardian Venue Management International Pty Limited, Shreeve Protection Services Ltd., Constant Security Services Pty Ltd., Monarch Security Services Private Limited, Main Event Security Ltd., Prime Secure Systems Ltd., Silurian Security Services Limited, Hotbox Events Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the event stewarding services market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the event stewarding services market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the event stewarding services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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