Shape the Future of Sports Infrastructure
Dubai, UAE
08 April 2026
(2nd Edition) Rabat, Morocco
21 April 2026
(2nd Edition) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
24 – 25 November 2026
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The Sports Infra & Arenas Summit
The Sports Infra & Arenas Summit is the premier gathering of sports infrastructure leaders,
technology innovators, and industry stakeholders across the Middle East and North Africa
region. This conference brings together government officials, developers, architects,
technology providers, and sports organizations to explore the latest trends, innovations,
and best practices in designing, building, and managing world-class sports facilities.
With the region witnessing unprecedented investment in sports infrastructure—from mega
stadiums hosting international tournaments to community sports complexes promoting
healthy lifestyles—this summit serves as the essential platform for knowledge exchange,
networking, and business development.
The event showcases cutting-edge solutions in smart stadium technology, sustainable
design, fan engagement platforms, and operational excellence while addressing the unique
challenges and opportunities in the MENA region’s rapidly evolving sports landscape.
Event Highlights
Sponsors & Partners
Gold Sponsor
Exhibitor
Strategic Supporting Partner
Supporting Partner
Media Partner
Sponsors & Partners (Previous Edition)
Strategic Partner
Lead Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Exhibitor
Supporting Partner
Media Partner
Advisory Board
Alwaleed Alkeaid
Founder – Saudi Sports Professionals Network
Fahad Allwihan
CEO – Bawtaqah
Alejandro Lorca
Senior Partner – L35 Architects
Gasser Bahgat
Chairman – Melee Development
Speakers
Basim K. Ibrahim
Sport Sector Investment Development Director – Ministry of Investment
Cédric Collard
Business Segment Manager – Large Area – Schreder
Dan Duffy
Technical Manager – Tarkett Sports Europe
Daniel Cotta
Deputy Director – Gregori International
Rémi Lardin
Regional Director – Tarkett Sports Europe
Dr. Ines Klemm, Dipl.-Ing. Architect
Founder & CEO – Latrace and Archiveda
Dr. Mohammed Al-Humaiqani
Sustainability & Climate Resilience Expert
Jude Rajesh
RCDD – Solution Account Manager – Belden
Heba Saleh
PMO Director – Consultancy Group
Musa Jibat
GM – Middle East – Musco Lighting
David Ball
MD – SIS Pitches
Jordi Ferré Albiol
CEO – Kamleon
Waleed Salaheldin
Construction Engineering Manager – Hill International
Paolo Carito
CEO – European Athletics Championships Rome 2024
Danilo Arba
PMO Director – Mace
Mark John Fenwick
Founding Partner – Fenwick Iribarren Architects
Konstantin Turuntcev
Managing Partner – Event Concept Consultancy QFZ LLC
Gasser Bahgat
Chairman – Melee Development
Alejandro Lorca
Senior Partner – L35 Architects
Fahad Allwihan
CEO – Bawtaqah
Alwaleed Alkeaid
Founder – Saudi Sports Professionals Network
Government Partner
Sponsors & Partners
Lighting Partner
Silver Sponsor
Exhibitor
Sustainability Partner
Supporting Partner
Media Partner
VIP Keynote Speaker
H.E. Dr. Mohamed Saad Berrada
Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports of the Kingdom of Morocco
Advisory Board (Saudi Edition)
Alwaleed Alkeaid
Founder – Saudi Sports Professionals Network
Fahad Allwihan
CEO – Bawtaqah
Alejandro Lorca
Senior Partner – L35 Architects
Gasser Bahgat
Chairman – Melee Development
Meet Our Speakers
Nawale SAOUD
Chair – Morocco Green Building Council
Tarik Oualalou
CEO – OUALALOU+CHOI
Andrea Guiatti
Senior Associate – Populous
Dr. Lyazghi Moncef
Sports Policy Specialist
Zain Ahmed
Senior Manager – Strategic Consulting, JLL
Ayoub Bouibaouen
Senior Associate – Urban Archi Studio
Muhammad F. Sidat
CEO – Line 90 Football Business & Consulting
Ghassan Bennani
Project Director – BCDB Morocco
Montacir Laouina
R&D Architect Lead – Orange Atelier
Derek Field
Managing Director – Musco Lighting Africa
Josep Manel Santiago
CEO – Figueras
Naji Atallah
Sales Director – Autodesk
Nitin Srivastawa
Director – Ascela
Lahcen EL MOUHER
Consultant Expert in Sports Infrastructure and Facilities – M-SPORT Consulting
Nigel Meddemmen
Product Support Engineer – Martin Audio Ltd
Who Will You Meet?
Government Ministers
Secretaries
Mayors & City Councillors
Local Government Officials
Sports Governing Body
Public Sector Funding Agencies
Stadium & Arena Owners
Stadium & Arena Operators
Architects
Engineers
Construction Companies
Interior Designers
Technology Providers
Financial Institutions
Consultants
Development Banks
Key Themes
Stadium & Arena Construction
Infrastructure Development
Design and Architecture
Sustainability & Green Initiatives
Fan Experience
Finance & Investment
Technology Integration
Case Studies and Best Practices
Who Should Exhibit / Sponsor
Crowd Management Consultants
Security System Providers
Queue Management Systems
Fan Experience Technology
Landscape Architects
Acoustics Consultants
Lighting Designers
Stadium Technology Providers
Audiovisual Equipment Suppliers
Turf and Field Suppliers
Seating Manufacturers
Roofing and Facade Systems
Cleaning and Maintenance Services
Merchandise and Retail
Registration
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Contact Us
Locations
Dubai, Rabat, Riyadh
Email Address
connect@worldlinkconferences.com
Contact No
+971554693963
What Our Attendees Have to Say
Thank you for the invitation and for organizing such a successful and insightful conference. We truly appreciated the opportunity to attend, as the lectures were highly informative and beneficial, particularly in the field of stadium management
Fadi Tannir
Senior Project Manager, Project Management, Khatib & Alami
I wanted to take a moment to thank you and the entire team for organising such a fantastic event. I truly enjoyed my time at the World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit, and it was a great opportunity to learn, connect, and exchange insights with industry experts. The sessions were insightful, the networking was invaluable, and the overall experience was excellent.
Mohammed Hisham
Project Planning Engineer, Consultancy Group
I had a wonderful time at the World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit. The event was well-organized, and I particularly enjoyed the insightful sessions and networking opportunities with industry leaders. The discussions on innovative stadium design and sustainability really stood out to me. Thank you for the opportunity, and I look forward to future events!
Firas ElChoum
Associate, me-engineers
Thank you for the invite to the World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit, it was expertly organized, offering valuable insights in terms of technology, consultants and suppliers, while fostering meaningful discussions about the future of stadium and arena development
Moath Alhajiri
Projects Manager, RICHMOND Engineering and Management
This summit serves as a pivotal platform for exchanging insights, fostering innovation, and shaping the future of world-class sports venues in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as a global hub for major sporting events, with the 2027 hashtag AFC Asian Cup and 2029 Asian Winter Games in Trojena, NEOM paving the way for the 2034 Asian Games and FIFA World Cup.
Aliuddin Aquil
Chief Engineer- Infrastructure, SAUDCONSULT
Thank you for arranging the STADIUM event . it was really important and inspiring and i had the chance to meet relevant people in the industry
Abdelghani Khatib
TEDCO HOLDING
It was a pleasure speaking at the World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit. The experience was truly enriching, and I greatly appreciated the opportunity to share insights while engaging with such a knowledgeable and dynamic audience. The discussions were thought-provoking, and the event was exceptionally well-organized, fostering meaningful exchanges on the future of stadium and arena development. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this impactful summit. I look forward to future collaborations!
Heba Saleh
PMO Director – Consultancy Group