About sb
Since 1967, the sb magazine by IAKS has been our network's official journal and the global benchmark for cutting-edge architecture, smart management strategies, and innovative solutions in the world of sports and leisure facilities.
From local community hubs to world-class stadiums, sb highlights exemplary design, pioneering products, and forward-thinking services across swimming pools, wellness centres, leisure facilities, and arenas. As the industry evolves, sb provides insights into the latest trends and challenges - covering topics such as sustainability, inclusive design, digital transformation, urban planning, and health-oriented infrastructure.
Published in English and German by IAKS, sb connects visionaries, decision-makers, and solution providers across the globe.
2026 editorial shedule
The magazine is published five times a year with different focus topics:
1/2026 - Community Centres and Indoor Sports
2/2026 - Outdoor Grounds and Urban Activity
3/2026 - Aquatic Centres and Spas
4/2026 - Stadiums and Arenas (01 September 2026)
5/2026 - Sustainable and Inclusive (27 October 2026)
Subscribe to sb
Fancy reading printed matter? You get five issues a year with the subscription to the sb magazine. For 2026, the subscription fee is €85, including postage outside Germany (€65 within Germany). Your subscription will be renewed automatically each calendar year, unless you let us know one month before it ends that you want to cancel. To sign up, just fill out the subscription form and send it to sb@iaks.sport.
Order a single hard copy
Interested in a specific topic? Just order your personal hard copy. Write an email to sb@iaks.sport and let us know
- which issue you would like to receive
- which language (English or German edition)
- your billing address
- your delivery address
Single copies cost EUR 15 plus shipping.
Your project featured in sb Magazine
The editors are always on the lookout for project dossiers from industry professional (like designers, planners, and builders) to feature in sb magazine. Plese send your informative proposal to sb@iaks.sport. Be sure to include contact details, we will be in touch soon.
If your proposal is accepted, featured articles are free of charge and offer outstanding visibility within the international sports and leisure facilities industry.
Promote your business to the community
Reach a highly targeted audience of key decision-makers in the construction and planning sector. As a manufacturer or supplier, sb Magazine offers you impactful advertising opportunities that align with your marketing goals.
Explore our tailored promotional packages and let the IAKS sales team provide you with personalized advice to maximize your visibility and impact.
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Contact Editorial & Subscriptions
Firstname
Silke
Lastname
Baltzer
+49 (0) 221 168023-11
baltzer@iaks.sport