European Sports Facilities Visit and Training - 2025

Speedtrack Construction is continuously strengthening its knowledge in sports infrastructure, modern surfaces, and sustainable materials. The 2025 technical exposure program covered renowned global brands such as CONICA, TenCate, AGR, and various European sports research facilities in Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland.

This blog highlights key site visits, training sessions, and industry insights from the trip.

CONICA AG – Technical Training & Sustainability Panel (Cologne, Germany)

Exclusive Sustainability Panel – 28 October 2025

A global dialogue featuring top experts from architecture, materials science, and sports performance:

Dr. Irina Akhmanova (Populous, Singapore)

Shared how modern stadiums incorporate sustainable design requirements from cities and municipalities.

William Famiglietti (Amorim Sports, Portugal)

Presented cork as a renewable, climate-positive sports surface solution with strong performance characteristics.

Dr. Martin Schlegel (Chemneera Consulting, USA)

Explained technical and regulatory aspects of sports surfaces, including international standards.

James Wright (Conica Ltd & Playtop, UK)

Showcased circular innovation: tyre granulates, Nike Grind, and second-life materials for playgrounds and tracks.

CONICA AG – Site Visits & Practical Exposure

Advanced Motion Lab – Offenburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany)

A research facility studying sports biomechanics—how athletes move, perform, and reduce injuries.

Briefing by Professor Dr. Steffen Willwacher, Institute Director & Leader of the Advanced Motion Lab.

Conica AG Factory – Schaffhausen, Switzerland

Demonstration of the manufacturing process for seamless athletic tracks and sports flooring systems.

BBC Arena – Schaffhausen, Switzerland

• Multipurpose indoor venue for handball, volleyball, and basketball.

• Home of Kadetten Schaffhausen handball club.

• Conica Product: Conipur CE Pure

Letzigrund Stadium – Zurich, Switzerland

A historic sports arena:

• Host of the Weltklasse Zurich (Diamond League) since 1928

• Venue for UEFA Euro 2008

• Home ground of FC Zurich, Grasshopper Club Zurich, and LC Zurich

• Conica Product: Conipur Vmax

TenCate – European Turf Technology Exposure

Centre for Turf Innovation (CTI) – Nijverdal, Netherlands

Research hub for turf sustainability, circularity, and performance enhancement.

TenCate Factory – Nijverdal, Netherlands

Production facility for high-performance synthetic turf systems for sports and landscaping.

FieldLab at PSV Academy – Eindhoven, Netherlands

Testing ground for TenCate’s Pure PT turf technology.

Sportpark Best Vooruit – Best, Netherlands

• TenCate products: Pure PT, EP, Cork Field

• Home ground for RKVV Best Vooruit football club.

Sportpark Nieuw-Welgelegen – Utrecht, Netherlands

• Versatile sports complex offering hockey and football.

• TenCate product: One-DNA turf system.

AGR (Artificial Grass Recycling Plant) – Amsterdam, Netherlands

The first circular recycling facility for synthetic turf in the Netherlands.

FSB 2025 – Cologne, Germany

International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports, and Leisure Facilities

Dates: 28–31 October 2025

A major global exhibition that gathers manufacturers, suppliers, architects, municipal leaders, stadium operators, and industry decision-makers.

Participants explore:

✔ Future trends in sports construction

✔ Sustainable materials

✔ Latest innovations for sports facilities

✔ Networking with global industry professionals

Notable booths: Conica, TenCate, SMG and other leading brands.

Conica Booth

TenCate Booth

SMG Booth

Conclusion

This European technical exposure trip provided deep industry insights into:

• Sustainable sports surface technologies

• Modern track and turf systems

• Advanced recycling and circular materials

• International standards for sports infrastructure

• High-performance venue design practices

Speedtrack Construction continues to expand its expertise to deliver durable, safe, and future-ready sports facility solutions in Malaysia.