Orange has announced a groundbreaking partnership to provide 5G Standalone (5G SA) network infrastructure at FC Barcelona’s newly renovated Spotify Camp Nou stadium.
The move, part of a strategic agreement between the club and New Era Visionary Group (NEVG), aims to make the venue the most connected football stadium globally. As the system integrator, NEVG will oversee the design and implementation of this cutting-edge 5G infrastructure at Spotify Camp Nou.
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This collaboration will ensure that fans, staff, media, and suppliers at the stadium can stay seamlessly connected during match days and events. Utilizing Orange’s advanced 5G SA technology, spectators can access digital services, stream live content, and enjoy an enhanced fan experience with ultra-low latency and uninterrupted connectivity.
NEVG will also utilize Orange’s 5G network to develop Barça Mobile, a mobile service offering fans and users a wide array of services, including mobile plans, data services, and fiber optics. Additionally, Barça Mobile subscribers will benefit from roaming services, with special discounts and exclusive perks for FC Barcelona members.
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Juli Guiu, Vice President of Marketing at FC Barcelona, emphasized the project’s importance for the club’s digital transformation, noting that, “Espai Barça is central to our digital vision, and having the best connectivity at the stadium is vital to delivering a unique experience for our fans. The launch of ‘Barça Mobile’ with NEVG, in collaboration with Orange, marks a major milestone in providing comprehensive services to our supporters.”
Joaquín Colino, MASORANGE’s General Manager of B2B, added, “We are incredibly proud to partner with such an iconic club as FC Barcelona, alongside NEVG, to ensure world-class connectivity at Spotify Camp Nou. This agreement underscores Orange’s commitment to high-performance infrastructure in sectors like football, where fans expect nothing less than seamless, high-speed connectivity at major events.”
With this cutting-edge 5G infrastructure, FC Barcelona is positioning itself at the forefront of digital transformation in sports, setting a new benchmark in fan experience and connectivity at stadiums worldwide.
