Everton Football Club have signed a multi-year partnership agreement with HPE Aruba Networking, a provider of enterprise network infrastructure, roping it in as an Official Supplier of their new Bramley-Moore Dock-situated Everton Stadium as well as one of their Official Partners.

As per the agreement with the Merseyside club, HPE Aruba Networking will be providing a “secure and intelligent networking infrastructure solution” to the club, helping them work on their connected stadium strategy and use “state-of-the-art digital technologies to create an engaging fan experience”.

Richard Kenyon, Chief Commercial and Communications Officer at Everton FC, commented:

“Working with HPE Aruba Networking will give Everton Stadium a best-in-class Wi-Fi network infrastructure and we are delighted to have them as an Official Supplier. Their expertise in networking some of the biggest venues in the UK, Europe and North America will be important as we develop the digital infrastructure and potential of Everton Stadium. A big positive of the move to our new home will be connectivity for supporters and the opportunities that will provide us to engage our partners in delivering the latest in digital experiences and services, both on matchdays and during other events held at the venue.

“I would like to thank our Partnerships and Technology teams as well as our colleagues at Elevate for the work they have put in over recent months to secure this exciting deal.“

Mark Weeks, director of UK & Ireland, HPE Aruba Networking, added:

“We are proud to be joining the project to deliver a world-class venue and a world-class home for Everton. At HPE Aruba Networking, we know that technology is a key element to every fan experience, from the point when they enter the stadium, at times when they want to share their excitement with loved ones outside of the stadium, at half-time, when leveraging local services like restaurants and bars, and even after the match has ended.

“HPE Aruba Networking’s custom-designed and reliable network infrastructure enables Everton to stay connected with their fans throughout their matchday experience and beyond, helping the Club create a modern, interactive matchday experience.“