Venue connectivity provider Boldyn Networks and venue owner/operator ASM Global announced a multi-year deal under which Boldyn would be ASM’s ‘partner of choice’ for connectivity upgrades that could include 5G, next-generation Wi-Fi, and private network deployments, according to the companies.
Though no new deals were announced in the press release, as many venues look to upgrade expiring contracts on previous technology deployments, the possibility exists for plenty of work ahead for Boldyn across ASM’s claimed portfolio of more than 350 venues worldwide.
“Together with Boldyn, we’ve set the new standard for venue connectivity,” said Jason Oberlander, chief commercial officer of ASM Global, in a prepared statement. “Whether sharing social content in real-time, enabling in-seat ordering or engaging with AR/VR activations, connectivity is transforming the guest experience. Our partnership expansion which now leverages their full portfolio of next gen solutions ensures that conference attendees and vendors can optimize their presence through seamless, robust connectivity. This was an easy and obvious choice.”
“As the preeminent venue and live experience company, the team at ASM Global have a clear vision on how to deliver extraordinary experiences to visitors and guests, as well as best-in-class venue management. Both ASM Global and Boldyn Networks share the same commitment to innovation which is what makes this partnership so special,” said Christos Karmis, CEO of Boldyn’s U.S. business, in a prepared statement. “We are excited to bring our industry-leading expertise of designing and operating high-speed communications infrastructure to redefine experiences for guests, fans, and convention attendees and also leveraging the latest wireless technology to streamline connectivity behind all aspects of venue operations.”
Though the release did not specify the length or terms of the deal, the companies said it expanded an existing partnership that resulted in network projects at a number of venues, including Puerto Rico’s Coliséo de Puerto Rico, First Direct Arena in the U.K., Italy’s Cantu Arena, and other U.S.-based venues, including Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas, and the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Ariz.
