The 2010 soccer World Cup is the second largest sporting event in the world. 2010 soccer accomodation, 2010 soccer stadiums are two of the major strategic functions of a soccer 2010 world cup.
Germany was the previous hosts, the numbers they had and what we have planned out should match up and be better. We going up against all first world expectations as the first African host nation for 2010 soccer world cup. Here are some statistics and facts about the up-coming soccer world cup. Use the link above to read more about 2010 South Africa.
The biggest event
The biggest sporting event in the World - unique window of opportunity for Africa, South Africa and Cape Town
Mutual commitment from FIFA and SA Government
Scope: Germany
· 2006: 194 nations, 64 sold-out games, 32 teams
· 3,36 million spectators in 12 stadiums
· 18,4 million spectators at Fan Fests in 12 host cities
· 800 000 visitors expected, 2 million plus came
· Average 2 240 hotel rooms per team per night
· 25 000 hospitality workers
· Estimated 25-30 billion cumulative TV audience in 240 countries
· 18 000 plus media representatives
Scope: South Africa
· Provisional income 2007 – 2010: US$ 3 billion plus, investment in soccer development
· 500 000 visitors?
· Run-up events/opportunities: workshops, draws, congress, FIFA Johannesburg office, opening, closing ceremony, International Broadcast Centre
· 10 venues, 9 host cities
· Teams need base camps, training venues, influx of supporters
Goal for Cape Town:
· Party capital
· Successful event
· New and upgraded infrastructure and facilities
· Economic opportunities
· Promote as desirable destination for travellers and investors.
The 2010 Green Point stadium
· World-class, FIFA compliant and sustainable stadium,
· Not excessive
· The total cost - R2,49 billion.
· The City of Cape Town will contribute R400 million
· Provincial Government just over R100 million
· National Treasury will fund R1,93 billion (NB: stadium specific, not discretionary funding)
· Contingencies provided, but National Treasury asked to provide central allocation for major contingencies
· Site specific and “location” costs at R642 million part of R2,49 billion
· Sustainability modelling – low, base, high scenario
· Joint City/Province business plan has three strategic pillars:
· compliance with FIFA requirements for hosting the games
· optimizing the developmental impact and leaving a legacy
· maximising promotional, positioning opportunities: leverage
· Transport, Safety and Security and Public Viewing Areas are three key work streams plus 18 other areas
Transport
· R1 billion plus jointly provided by all three spheres of government to improve Cape Town’s transport infrastructure
· Major investment in the rail system
· Development, enhancement of strategic transport corridors and major routes
· Restructuring road-based public transport services into unified, integrated public transport services
· Investment in long distance public transport facilities
· Investment in Non-motorised transport facilities (NMT)
· Intelligent Transport Systems and Travel Demand Management
· Stadium Precinct Infrastructure and inner city distribution system
· Comprehensive overall operational management of the support systems including safety and security
· Airport to City Link.
Supporting budgets, strategies and plans
· Upgrades and new infrastructure planned to service the stadium and to ensure a successful hosting of the event.
· Substantial amounts from City/Province operational budgets
· Western Cape included in plans, public viewing areas
Investment in the metropolitan area
· R1.2 Billion to ACSA for Cape Town International Airport upgrades
· R1.2 Billion to SARCC for new and refurbished rail rolling stock
· R420 Million to SARCC for station and signalling upgrades
· R7 Billion investment in the V&A waterfront, plus 2010 related investment
· Six new approved new hotels to be constructed
· Release of developable land to raise finance
· Upgraded IT&T infrastructure (if Cape Town hosts the IBC)
Process
· Design done
· Government funding obtained
· Construction: pre-qualification done, now cost tenders
· Record of Decision: appeal period, finality
· Negotiation with rightholders
· Appointment of contractor
· On site first quarter 2007 (funding, ROD in place, no other hurdles)
· Completion end 2009
