Events

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More than 120 architects, engineers, operators, local authorities and universities from across Ireland and the UK, along with European colleagues, gathered in Dublin to share experiences and expertise on creating sustainable sport and leisure facilities. The first IAKS UK&I event to take place in the country dealt with a host of issues in a fascinating two-day seminar and facility tour.

City-Center Stadium can be said to be a new typology of Japan's world-class sports facilities. On 28 October, Prof. Dr Mitsuru Senda from EDI and the team from Taisei Corporation will introduce the project and exchange thoughts. Webinar in Japanese and English.

Join us for an exciting afternoon dedicated to sustainability in the sports and leisure industry. Hear inspiring presentations from five renowned experts.

Changes towards sustainability and the circular economy of synthetic turf: In four sessions, Spanish experts will discuss latest trends. Seminar in hybrid format. Free attendance.

As capital of Finland, Helsinki's Unit for The Promotion of Physical Activity has an organization of 480 people and an annual budget of approximately 72 million EUR. 800 different sports facilities are operated, together with many outdoor facilities and recreational activities.

Secure your sport for this exciting opportunity: professionals in the sports and leisure industry will tackle one of the most pressing global challenges: SUSTAINABILITY. This free event emphasizes the importance of transforming how we design, manage, and operate facilities to help meet the goals of the Paris Climate Change Agreement.

The grand finale of the 2-day conference will be an expert panel session discussing the future challenges that the sports facility industry faces. As the population grows, how can we ensure the economic sustainability of these facilities in the future? Register now for conference & facility tours.

Join experts from Grønn Byggallianse, Bergen kommune, Lokale og Anlægsfonden, Rodeo Architects, Oslo kommune, and JAJA Architects for the webinar dedicated to transformation and rehabilitation.  Register today for the free livestream webinar hosted by IAKS Nordic and Tverga!

Together with outstanding experts from the IAKS network, we will identify trends, challenges and solutions that will significantly influence the future of sport and leisure facilities in a global context. Bookmark your agenda on 30 October for the first webinar day challenging the topic sustainability.

Attendees will delve into the Swedish study on inclusive design in changing rooms, examine the Danish perspective on challenging outdated concepts, and hear insights from the UK on thinking differently. On Day 2, prepare for a comprehensive walk in various districts of Southern Helsinki. Register now!

The “Integrated Regional Sports Clubs” initiative will be presented, aiming at the creation of a space for children's play and sport that is open to the local community. Register now for the webinar. Attendance free of charge.

Why build new standard sports facilities when we can repurpose old buildings to reduce our carbon footprint, meet the goals of the Paris Agreement and adjust to new sport and culture trends? Full agenda out now. Register today for the free livestream webinar hosted by IAKS Nordic and Tverga!