Palermo FC has announced the conclusion of the preliminary services conference on the Renzo Barbera Stadium redevelopment project, a key technical and administrative step in the process that will lead to the modernisation of the club’s stadium.

Design of the stadium will be undertaken by global sports and entertainment design firm, Populous, working in collaboration between its Populous Italia team and its EMEA Headquarters. Populous has supplied the technical and design input for the feasibility study (DOCFAP).

The conclusion of this phase confirms the technical and administrative feasibility of the work, which is functional to the declaration of public interest of the project. The next phase will be the decision-making conference.

Palermo FC continue to work with the city council and local stakeholders with the aim of delivering a modern, high-quality stadium to the fans and the city, one that lives up to The Club’s ambitions. The common goal is also to make the Barbera one of the venues in the running to host international competitions, starting with the 2032 European Championships.

“The successful outcome of the preliminary services conference has enabled Palermo to reconfirm its commitment to contributing to the construction of a modern and functional stadium for the benefit of the entire community,” said Palermo CEO, Giovanni Gardini.

“We are proud to support the Club and the Municipality in the creation of a new home for the fans and the city of Palermo. The new Renzo Barbera Stadium will be a national and international landmark, and a model for a sustainable development. It will be an icon on match days and activated every day,” added Silvia Prandelli, Senior Principal, Populous Italia.