Event Stewarding Services Global Market Report 2025

The event stewarding services market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.63 billion in 2024 to $3.96 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for large-scale public events, rising focus on crowd safety and risk management, growing collaboration between event organizers and security providers, increasing awareness about liability and insurance coverage, and expanding government initiatives to ensure public safety.

The event stewarding services market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.6 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the rise in outsourcing of event management and security services, increasing investments in smart event infrastructure, growing use of digital ticketing and access control systems, rising demand for professional training and certification programs for event staff, and wider adoption of mobile-based communication tools for stewards. Key trends in the forecast period include advancements in AI-powered surveillance and real-time threat detection, advanced crowd management technologies using data analytics, innovations in digital ticketing and access control solutions, development of wearable devices for safety monitoring, and advanced training programs using virtual reality for stewards.

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

Key companies operating in the event stewarding services market are focusing on developing real-time threat detection to enhance situational awareness, operational efficiency, and overall event security management. Real-time threat detection refers to the continuous monitoring and analysis of data or activities to identify potential security threats or suspicious behavior as they occur, enabling immediate response 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 solution enhances real-time threat detection, facial recognition, and behavioral analysis, enabling proactive incident prevention. It is designed to provide smarter and faster responses, 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 players in the event stewarding services market 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, and Hotbox Events Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the event stewarding services market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in event stewarding services report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the event stewarding services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the services sector, particularly in business services, IT, and professional consulting operations. Higher costs for imported technology, office equipment, and essential digital infrastructure have raised operating expenses for service providers, forcing them to either pass on costs to clients or absorb margin pressures. Outsourcing firms and IT service companies are also facing challenges due to increased costs of hardware components and delayed global supply chains, affecting project delivery timelines and profitability. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs have dampened demand for U.S.-based professional services in key international markets, leading to a slowdown in export-driven revenue streams. The sector must now prioritize digital transformation, cost optimization, and expanding domestic client bases to sustain growth and maintain competitiveness amid ongoing trade uncertainty.

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Event stewarding services refer to professional crowd management and safety services provided at public or private events such as concerts, sports matches, festivals, and exhibitions. These services include guiding attendees, controlling access points, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and responding to emergencies. Event stewards play a key role in maintaining order, providing customer assistance, and supporting event organizers in delivering a safe and enjoyable experience for participants.

The key types of event stewarding services are crowd management, security stewarding, traffic management, ticket checking, and others. Crowd management refers to the systematic planning and control of large groups of people to ensure their safety, comfort, and efficient movement at public or private events. These services are applied for sports events, concerts and festivals, exhibitions and trade shows, and others, and are used by several end-users, including event organizers, venue owners, the government and public sector, and others.

The event stewarding services market includes revenues earned by entities through communication support services, belonging inspection services, lost and found management services, hospitality and guest escort services, and waste management support services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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.

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