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Become a partner

Become part(ner) of
Our family.

ESSMA connects 60+ corporate partners from across Europe, bringing together expertise from every area of the stadium industry. Our partner network brings innovative solutions, specialist knowledge and industry expertise to stadiums, clubs, leagues and federations across Europe.

350+ Member organisations
60+ Corporate partners
30+ Years uniting the industry

What's included in the partnership

One partnership.
Multiple returns.

Events & networking

An established network of stadium people who meet, learn and grow together all year round.

  • Two tickets to the ESSMA Summit
  • Access to workshops, stadium tours & behind-the-scenes matchdays through additional packages
  • Direct reach to Europe's leading stadium network

Business intelligence

Direct member input, turned into the industry leading knowledge reports that guide your next decision.

  • Acces to our knowledge platform
  • Access to intelligence on early-stage stadium projects and regional developments​
  • Quarterly Stadium Industry Reports & other benchmark reports

Strategic support

No matter what the question is, ESSMA brings the experience of our entire network to your specific question. Just ask ESSMA.

  • Ask ESSMA. Tailored expert knowledge that helps with all your questions
  • Opportunity to facilitate personal introductions to our network. Both online and onsite
  • Increase your commercial visibility across the European stadium industry through ESSMA’s network and communication channels.

Business intelligence

Discover the latest insights and trends

ESSMA provides valuable insights and data-driven knowledge to support better decision-making across the stadium industry. Through research, reports, benchmarks, and industry analysis, we help professionals understand trends, identify opportunities, and stay ahead of the evolving needs of modern stadiums.

Quarterly Stadium Industry ReportsWith the latest industry knowledge
Our own knowledge platform30+ years of expert knowledge gathered in one place
Live surveysContribute data, get the benchmark results back
Webinar SessionsOnline sessions focusing on a specific topic
Explore the research
100+ reports & benchmarks published

Events & networking

Industry leading network events

ESSMA’s events provide stadium professionals with unique opportunities to connect, exchange experiences, and build relationships across the European stadium industry. From the ESSMA Summit and workshops to behind-the-scenes matchday experiences and stadium tours, our events combine valuable insights with meaningful networking opportunities.

ESSMA Summit275+ stadium professionals in one place
Expert-led workshopsOne topic, lots of insights
Stadium tours & matchday experiencesBehind the scenes access to stadiums
Europe's biggest stadium networkDirect reach to a network of stadium experts
See the events
1 Summit ticket included

Strategic support

Whatever the question, just ask ESSMA

ESSMA provides tailored support by bringing the expertise of its network to your specific challenges and questions. Through personalised advice, expert connections, and access to industry knowledge, we help stadium professionals find the right insights, solutions, and opportunities to move forward.

Ask ESSMATailored expertise
Targeted visitsMeet a venue that solved it first
ConsultancyIndividual projects, on request
Opportunity to facilitate personal introductions to our networkBoth online and onsite
Request Ask ESSMA
47 leagues & clubs used Ask ESSMA in 2026

Everything in one partnership -

What you get on day one

From the very first moment, you’ll be part of the family.

Two tickets for the Summit One complimentary ticket for the annual ESSMA Summit.
Access to our knowledge platform 30+ years of knowledge gathered in one place.
Access to workshops, stadium tours & behind-the-scenes matchdays Industry leading network events
Quarterly Stadium Industry Reports & other benchmark reports The latest knowledge and insights in the industry.
Ask ESSMA Tailored expertise on your specific question.
Access to intelligence on early-stage stadium projects Discover the latest stadium developments
Opportunity to facilitate personal introductions to our network. Both online and onsite.
Increase your visibility Through ESSMA’s network and communication channels.
Positioning as a trusted authority within your field of expertise​ Industry leading partners

Partnership -

One network - Different options

ESSMA's network covers a wide range of expertise. Whether you specialise in technology, infrastructure, operations, safety, fan experience or other stadium solutions, ESSMA brings together partners from across the entire stadium industry.

your journey starts here

Basic package

Stadium professionals who want become part of our family.
On request annual
  • All benefits from a partnership
  • Two Summit tickets
Request basic package
Accelerate your networking

Accelerator package

Enjoy our other highly targeted events as a partner and expand your network.
On request per event
  • Available after having the basic package
  • Tickets for our other highly targeted events outside the Summit
  • Enjoy an event that focuses specifically on your area of expertise
Request accelerator package
Boost your visibility

Visibility package

Boost your visibility with tailor-made solutions designed specifically for your organization.
On request annual or per event
  • Available after having the basic package
  • Various visibility possibilities
  • Boost your brand exposure in Europe’s largest stadium network
Request visibility package
Become part of our family.
Reach 350+ leading European stadiums, clubs, leagues and federations by joining our network.
Become a partner

What members say

Why they keep coming back.

Members renew because the network keeps paying back — in benchmarks, introductions and answers.

ESSMA makes networking easier. It's the place to meet representatives of clubs and domain experts — you can have conversations in all directions.
SE Head of Events Svensk Elitfotboll
ESSMA keeps us close to the stadium industry — the reports and the people are the ideal starting point for any stadium project.
BG Borja González Athletic Club
Through Ask ESSMA we learned from peers who'd faced the exact same question. The tailored report saved us months of guesswork.
MF Stadium Manager Malmö FF
Who can become an ESSMA member?

Stadiums and clubs, leagues, and national federations across Europe can all join. Industry suppliers participate through the separate Industry Partner programme. If you operate, govern or build venues, there's a place for you in the network.

What does it cost?

Membership fees depend on your category — stadium & club, league, or federation — and are quoted on request. Every membership includes the full benefit toolkit and one complimentary Summit ticket, so the first event pays back a large part of the fee.

Is the knowledge locked behind higher tiers?

No. Every member gets the full Knowledge Platform, trend reports, mastermind groups and Ask ESSMA from day one. Higher categories add scale — league-wide or national access and priority support — not better content.

How quickly can we start using the benefits?

As soon as your membership is confirmed you get portal access, the member directory, and can request your first Ask ESSMA or join a mastermind group. Your complimentary Summit ticket applies to the next edition.

We're a league — can we bring every club in?

Yes. League membership brings every club in your competition into the network at once, with league-wide benchmark dashboards on top of the standard member benefits.

Join the network

Ready to join our family?.

Tell us about your stadium and our team will walk you through the right membership

350+ members · 20+ nations · 30 years uniting the European stadium industry