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Abu Dhabi: Part 3 | Why Emirate is such a winner for fans
Abu Dhabi’s reputation as a host of stellar events across a wide variety of sports has attracted a broad range of international federations and sports governing bodies in recent years.
Abu Dhabi: Part 2 | World class training facilities
The combination of climate and accessibility means that the Emirate provides a convenient and attractive option for professional sports teams and individual athletes.
Abu Dhabi: Part 1 | Open to the world
HE Aref Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council explains how the Emirate’s continuing investment in a world class sports infrastructure serves the local population and the international community.
ASHGABAT 2017: Part 4 | What next for Ashgabat?
AIMS president and IFMA General Secretary Stephan Fox pays tribute to Ashgabat's hosting of AIMAG 2017.
ASHGABAT 2017: Part 3 | Turkmen athletes deliver to an expectant nation
Turkeminstan's hero wrestler and multiple gold-medal winner Seydi Batyrow on the joy of competing at AIMAG 2017.
ASHGABAT 2017: Part 2 | The start of something special
Dayanch Gulgeldiyev, Chairman of the 5th AIMAG Executive Committee, discusses the overwhelming success of 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, and the future of Ashgabat as an event-hosting destination.
ASHGABAT 2017: Part 1 | Lift off
Ashgabat, capital of the central Asian country of Turkmenistan, exploded onto the world sporting stage in style when its gleaming new Olympic Complex hosted the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games.
PERFECT 10 | After a decade in sports media, Perform is still ahead of the game
Perform has become a leader in the sports media and digital content sector over the last 10 years thanks to successful partnerships with organisations that share its vision and innovative approach. Here, some of Perform’s most celebrated clients from across the industry discuss the secrets of its success.
Hot to trot | Why dressage is yielding such interest from fans and sponsors
Equestrian dressage is one of the few sports to attract a fan base that is both predominantly female and in the higher income bracket. Add to this its increasing global popularity, and you understand why sponsors are taking such a keen interest.
LaLiga | A global challenge
LaLiga has reached out to its global network of broadcast partners to gain as much knowledge as possible in order to step up the fight against audiovisual piracy.
LaLiga | On the right side of the law
LaLiga has positioned itself on the cutting edge of the fight against audiovisual piracy, with a finely-tuned strategy that aims to clamp down on violations through detection, prevention and education.
Innovation | LaLiga’s leading role
LaLiga, which operates Spain’s top two football divisions, is taking innovative steps in its efforts to protect the integrity of the game at home and abroad
Digital first | Ten years of Perform Group
SportBusiness International speaks to Simon Denyer, founder and chief executive of Perform Group, about the philosophy of the company as it celebrates its 10th anniversary.
Ashgabat 2017 | Ready to welcome the world
As Turkmenistan prepares to host the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in September we capture the growing excitement among organisers, volunteers and, of course, athletes.
AISTS | From the United Nations to a career with Wada
Ben Cohen, director of Wada’s (World Anti-Doping Agency) European office, describes how the AISTS (Académie Internationale des Sciences et Techniques du Sport) helped him on his current career path.
Loughborough University | The gold standard in sport business research and teaching
Loughborough University, an outstanding contributor to the sports industry for over 60 years, is combining exceptional research and teaching with active industry partnerships at its postgraduate campus at London’s Olympic Park.
Ashgabat 2017 | Games success “reflects our nation’s values, and inspires our young people”
Dayanch Gulgeldiyev, chairman of the Executive Committee for the preparation of the 5th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, tells SportBusiness International how the event will irrevocably change sport in Turkmenistan and across Asia
Ashgabat 2017 | Biggest ever AIMAG event shows Turkmenistan is ready for the world
Stephen Newport, Director of Games Operations for Ashgabat 2017, is an industry veteran who has worked on major events worldwide and says he sees hosting AIMAG as a turning point.