DOHA, Qatar, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The Qatar
Ministry of Culture and Sports has awarded the operation of two
world-class arenas to ELAN Live Nation, a joint venture (JV)
between ELAN Group, a diversified and fully integrated media and
entertainment group in the Middle
East, and Live Nation, the global leader in live
entertainment.
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The JV will operate Lusail Multipurpose Arena in Lusail, and Ali
Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah Multipurpose Arena in Al Sadd, which have already hosted the
successful 2015 World Handball Championships in Doha. The JV will provide arena management,
promotional, managerial, and facility maintenance support services
for both venues. The arenas are set to host an array of family
entertainment, sports, music, and other live events, bringing new
entertainment experiences to the population of Qatar.
Abdul Rahman Abdullah Al-Maliki,
Director of Asset Management and Projects at the Ministry of
Culture and Sports said, "Engaging the private sector for the
management of these facilities affirms the State's support for the
private sector's participation in the national development." He
added, "The development of the sports sector is a strategic goal
for the Ministry to improve sports environment, culture, practice,
professionalism and infrastructure in order to enhance the
country's status as the capital of sports in the world, especially
with regard the 2022 FIFA World Cup requirements"
Jaber Al Ansari, Group CEO at
ELAN Group commented on this award: "Lusail Multipurpose Arena and
Ali Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah Multipurpose Arena are among the best
arenas in the region, and we are honored that the Ministry of
Culture and Sports put their trust in us to operate them." He
added, "At ELAN Group, we aim at providing the most unique and
innovative entertainment experiences in the region. We are
confident that our solid experience, combined with Live Nation's
expertise in the live events industry will take entertainment in
Qatar to a new level".
James Craven, Managing Director
of Live Nation Middle East commented: "We are delighted to have
been awarded the management contract for the prestigious Lusail and
Ali bin Hamad Al-Attiyah Multipurpose Arenas. Live Nation, in
partnership with Elan Group, will bring global experience in
venues, live events and ticketing management to ensure the venues
embody the highest of operational and production values. There is
also a great opportunity to grow the Qatari venue management
industry and develop local talent within the business."
He added: "We see huge potential in the Qatari market and will
work with local and regional promoters to ensure the venues are
suitable for a wide variety of new and exciting content. In
particular, the family entertainment business is developing fast in
the region and having such high class venues suitable for hosting
content will enhance the entire experience for the local
audience."
The Lusail and Al Sadd arenas
cover a total combined surface of over 432,000sqm, including
65,000sqm of arena space. Both are equipped with state of the art
audio-visual and cooling technologies, and together they can host
over 23,000 spectators between regular, VIP, and VVIP areas.
ELAN Group executed flagship events including Qatar Motor Show,
Doha Jewelry & Watches Exhibition, and Cityscape Qatar which
have become major successes and highly anticipated year-round by
exhibitors and visitors alike due to their extraordinary execution.
Live Nation has recently brought events enjoyed regionally by fans
across all ages such as Russell Peters Almost Famous World Tour,
Dubai Music Week featuring Jason Derulo, Ellie Goulding and Thirty Seconds to Mars, Dora
the Explorer's Pirate Adventure, BLAZE, and Madagascar! Live.
About ELAN Group
ELAN Group was established in 2004
with the ambitious task of bringing international and unique
advertising concepts to Qatar. By
introducing the latest media tools to the market, with the support
of globally experienced partners, we laid the foundations and set
global standards for the country's advertising sector.
Since then, we have evolved over the years to become a
diversified and fully integrated media and entertainment company
offering media, urban city beautification, events, and
entertainment services throughout region.
Our multinational, talented, and diverse team of professionals
have joined us from some of the most reputable companies in the
world. We believe in equipping ourselves with the best talent to be
able to provide our clients with extraordinary service and exceed
their expectations.
Between our people and the companies we strategically partner
with, ELAN Group aims to become the media and entertainment service
provider of choice in the region; helping companies build and
promote their brands through stimulating communication landscapes
and impactful entertainment.
Website: www.elan.qa | Facebook: ELAN Group | Twitter:
@ELANQatar | Instagram: elan_group | Linkedin: ELAN Group
About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation
Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world's leading live entertainment
company comprised of four market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation
Concerts, Artist Nation Management and Live Nation
Media/Sponsorship. For additional information, visit
www.livenationentertainment.com.
Live Nation Middle East has been operating in the region since
2008. It has brought a diverse range of events to the Middle East including Russell Peters Almost
Famous World Tour, Dubai Music Week featuring Jason Derulo,
Ellie Goulding and Thirty Seconds to
Mars, Dora the Explorer's Pirate Adventure, BLAZE, and Madagascar! Live.
Ticketmaster Middle East which was formed in 2013 and is now the
leading ticketing company in the region, having ticketed a range of
music, sporting and family events in the UAE, Qatar and Saudi
Arabia.
Facebook: Live Nation Middle East | Twitter: @LiveNationME |
Instagram: @LiveNationME