Case Study: Bayer 04 Leverkusen transforms BayArena matchday experiences with VITEC IPTV and digital signage

Bayer upgrades BayArena to 600 screens in 3 days with VITEC

Bayer 04 Leverkusen, through its technology partner TecArena Plus, needed to upgrade the aging video head-end infrastructure at its BayArena stadium. The challenge was to find a flexible and reliable platform capable of ingesting a wide range of content sources, including live broadcaster feeds, and distributing that content seamlessly with low latency to approximately 600 screens throughout the venue while ensuring operational efficiency and future readiness.

VITEC implemented a scalable IPTV and digital signage solution, deploying a suite of its encoders, gateways, and a transcoder. The system was operational within three days and successfully delivers low-latency live content to every screen. The results include a dramatically improved experience for fans and VIPs, a more intuitive interface for staff, and a future-ready infrastructure that supports next-generation digital signage and fan engagement. VITEC provided a robust and reliable solution that received overwhelmingly positive feedback from stakeholders.

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