Riedel Named Official Connectivity Provider for Glasgow 2026 Games

Riedel Communications has been appointed as the Official Connectivity Integration Provider for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, returning as a sponsor to deliver a complete turnkey communications ecosystem. Tasked with the end-to-end design and operation of the event's infrastructure, Riedel will implement the Glasgow 2026 Games Integrated Network (GIN), a first-of-its-kind data system for the Games powered by the company's DIVA+ media backbone. This IP-based network will unify fiber infrastructure and 5G extensions to manage audio-visual signals, intercoms, and high-speed data, ensuring seamless connectivity for broadcast rights holders and spectators while supporting the event's core goals of sustainability and operational efficiency.

Glasgow 2026 marks a new chapter for the Commonwealth Games, prioritizing sustainability and inclusivity. As the Official Connectivity Integration Provider, Riedel will supply communication solutions to ensure reliable data transfer, seamless communication, and spectator safety, aiming to reduce the event's environmental impact by utilizing its cutting-edge technology.

For the first time at the Games, Riedel will implement its fully integrated data system, known as the Glasgow 2026 Games Integrated Network (GIN). GIN is powered by Riedel's DIVA+ solution, the company's holistic media backbone designed to scale from smaller deployments to the most complex live events. DIVA+ unifies fiber-based infrastructure, wireless Easy5G extensions, and centralized orchestration into a single IP-based network supporting communications, audio-visual signals, and data transfer, simplifying complexity from planning through live operations. It meets all operational requirements, can be remotely controlled and adapted in real time, offers increased flexibility, and includes smart cable management that reduces the environmental impact across the event.

As part of this approach, Riedel will provide a fully integrated communications solution across all competition venues and operational sites, combining intercom and radio communications into one unified system. This system is part of the Games' integrated communications strategy, seamlessly working with all partners to prioritize safety and operational efficiency.

Riedel will link the venues via its Wide Area Network (WAN), ensuring reliable transmission of live broadcast images from the venues to the Broadcast Operations Center, where Broadcast Rights Holders will access them for global distribution. Within the venues, Riedel's Local Area Networks (Venue LANs) will deliver connectivity for all operational requirements, including reliable Wi-Fi.

As industry leaders, Riedel offers extensive global sporting experience and expertise with the Commonwealth Games, having provided radio communications networks for Birmingham 2022 and Glasgow 2014, as well as managing the venue intercom project for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.

"It's a real honor to support Glasgow 2026 and contribute to an event of this magnitude that brings people and communities together through sport", said Jan Sander, Senior Account Manager Multisport Events, Riedel Communications. "As the Official Connectivity Integration Provider, we take the same approach to technology — bringing together networks, services, and workflows through our Managed Technology approach and DIVA+ for seamless and reliable operations across the Games."

Martin Fitchie, Chief Information Officer, Glasgow 2026, added: "We are excited to announce Riedel Communications as our Official Connectivity Integration Provider. Renowned for its global reputation, technical expertise, and collaborative approach, Riedel is a valuable addition to our Technology program. Having a sponsor that offers cutting-edge solutions and is committed to mutual success is vital for implementing the systems essential to the Games. We look forward to delivering a connected Games with Riedel Communications."

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