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Oak View Group names Verizon official 5G and technology partner
Verizon to equip New York UBS Arena , Seattle Climate Pledge Arena and Coachella Valley Arena with 5G technology .
Oak View Group ( OVG ) is partnering with Verizon to bring the power of 5G Ultra Wideband to select world-class OVG venues and give these arenas the ability to utilize next gen solutions to innovate public safety , access , concessions , crowd management and immersive fan experiences . The multi-year partnership with OVG makes Verizon the exclusive 5G and wireless partner to three OVG arenas , including New York UBS Arena , Seattle Climate Pledge Arena and Coachella Valley Arena .
UBS Arena , new home of the NHL ’ s New York Islanders ; Climate Pledge Arena , home to NHL ’ s latest expansion team the Seattle Kraken , as well as the WNBA ’ s Storm ; and Coachella Valley Arena , home to future AHL Palm Springs team , will harness Verizon 5G technology , as well as the Distributed Antenna System ( DAS ) and Converged Network Services ( CNS ) providing voice , data and Wi-Fi services . These will enhance the fan experience utilizing the power of the 5G network .
“ Welcoming Verizon as a founding partner is key to achieving this and we look forward to a long-term partnership .”
The Verizon Lounge at Climate Pledge Arena , where Verizon will sponsor arena concerts and is the presenting sponsor of shows , and the Verizon Lounge at UBS Arena , will host private members for an intimate and elegant experience .
UBS Arena , Climate Pledge Arena and Coachella Valley Arena are three of the new locations added to the growing list of stadiums and arenas with Verizon ’ s 5G Ultra Wideband network .
Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband is available in parts of more than 70 cities , 11 airports and 50 plus stadiums and arenas .
Customers can now experience ultra-fast wireless speeds , up to 4 Gbps in some places under ideal circumstances , giving them the potential to download and stream movies and TV shows in seconds , video chat and collaborate on the go in near real time , and take advantage of new immersive customer experiences never before available wirelessly .
Verizon ’ s 5G Nationwide is available to more than 230 million people in over 2,700 cities .
The company is a signatory of The Climate Pledge , from which the Seattle arena is named . The Climate Pledge is a community of currently over 100 companies and organizations , initiated by Amazon , working together to combat the climate crisis , by committing to reach net zero carbon by 2040 .
Verizon recently issued a second US $ 1 billion green bond to invest in innovative solutions to accelerate the company ’ s sustainability efforts . p
“ The Verizon 5G platform is changing the way that fans experience live events and venues operate ,” said Yvette Martinez- Rea , Vice President of Sponsorships and Partnerships , Verizon . “ Working with Oak View Group as a strategic technology partner will enhance the in-arena experience for years to come .”
“ OVG venues are setting the new standard for arenas globally . We are committed to innovation and redefining the fan experience across music , sports and live entertainment ,” said Tim Leiweke , CEO , Oak View Group .
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