SVG Europe has confirmed an extensive programme of in-person events for 2026, combining large-scale Summits with a series of smaller, more focused Forums. Together, they cover a broad range of creative, business, technology and operational topics that reflect the rapidly evolving landscape of European sports broadcasting and production.
The events will bring together the people and ideas shaping the future of sports production.
Across the Summits and Forums, the calendar will explore innovation in live production, graphics, transmission and audio, the growing role of software, data and AI, and the changing ways sports content is created, distributed and consumed across broadcast and digital platforms.
Alongside technology and workflows, the programme places a strong emphasis on leadership, diversity and industry collaboration, providing practical insight and strategic perspective for the European sports media community.
All events feature complimentary food and drink and ample networking opportunities.
Summits
Football Summit 2026
26 February, Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool
Football Summit 2026 will explore how televised and online coverage of the game can continue to evolve, bringing fans closer to the action. The agenda includes in-depth sessions on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, innovation in coverage of major European leagues and tournaments, and, new for 2026, practical workshops covering camera operation, media asset management and female leadership.
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Sports Production Innovation Summit 2026
21 May, Barcelona
The Sports Production Innovation Summit will showcase pioneering workflows from sports productions across Europe. Topics range from remote and centralised operations to AI-driven production and software-defined workflows, with a focus on capturing and delivering live content with maximum efficiency and creativity.
Digital Sport Summit 2026
10 June, Kings Place, London
Digital Sport Summit 2026 focuses on the strategies, tools and technologies required to create and distribute social, mobile and streamed sports content. The event examines the growing importance of non-broadcast video in driving fan engagement and revenue across an increasingly multiplatform sports media landscape.
SVG Europe Summit 2026
10 September, Amsterdam
SVG Europe’s flagship conference and networking event brings together senior leaders from across the European sports production community. The Summit provides a forum to debate the strategic direction of the industry, explore emerging commercial and technology trends, and showcase recent achievements from across the sector.
Sports Audio Summit 2026
12 November, Kings Place, London
Sports Audio Summit 2026 will bring together leading audio professionals to explore the most exciting and disruptive technologies and working practices in sports broadcasting, and how these innovations are shaping the future of sound in sport.
FutureSPORT 2026
3 December, The Kia Oval, London
FutureSPORT is a forward-looking conference and networking event focused on the tools and technologies that will power the capture, creation and distribution of sports media in the years ahead.
Forums
Alongside the Summits, SVG Europe will deliver a series of Forums throughout 2026. These events focus on specific territories, disciplines and diversity initiatives, providing targeted discussion and networking opportunities for local and specialist communities.
Austria Forum
29 January, Sky Studios, Vienna
The Austria Forum brings together professionals from the Austrian sports broadcasting and production industry to discuss current trends, challenges and innovations.
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Italy Forum
12 February, Sky Studios, Milan
The Italy Forum convenes professionals from across the Italian sports broadcasting and production community to explore key industry developments, workflows and technologies.
SVG Europe Women Scotland
10 March, Glasgow
SVG Europe Women Scotland returns to Glasgow for the fifth time, in partnership with QTV. The event features panel discussions and networking focused on legacy in sports broadcasting, how it is created and sustained, and how Scotland can strengthen pathways for women in technical roles.
Winter Sports Forum
26 March, NEP Broadcast Centre, Oslo
The Winter Sports Forum examines the unique challenges of capturing live winter sports, from production and operational considerations to the tools and techniques used by federations, broadcasters and partners to build audiences and immerse viewers.
Sports Graphics Forum
6 May, Kings Place, London
Sports Graphics Forum is a half-day event dedicated to the fast-moving world of sports graphics. Sessions focus on data-driven on-screen storytelling and analysis, as well as virtual and mixed-reality studio presentation, supported by real-world examples and practical demonstrations.
TranSPORT Forum
8 July, Kings Place, London
The TranSPORT Forum explores the latest developments in transmission technology and live sports media workflows. Topics include terrestrial and satellite backhaul, IP and cloud-based transport, 5G and bonded cellular, compression standards, transport protocols, 4K and HDR delivery, remote and centralised production connectivity, and the growing role of AI.
SVG Europe Women at IBC 2026
12 September, RAI, Amsterdam
An afternoon event featuring panel discussions and networking opportunities during the IBC trade show.
DACH Forum
TBC October, Sky Studios, Munich
The DACH Forum, organised by SVG Europe and Sky, brings together professionals from Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The event focuses on technology, workflows and industry trends, with content tailored specifically to the DACH region.
