Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc., an innovator in AI-based security solutions, has announced the renewal of its partnership with Gillette Stadium, known for hosting the New England Patriots and New England Revolution.
This renewal, which builds on an initial agreement from 2021, expands the application of Evolv Express® security screening systems to more entry points within the stadium. All attendees at football and soccer events, concerts, and various other gatherings will pass through the Express system during entry.
Efficient Security Screening
Evolv Express is engineered to identify concealed weapons, differentiating them from common objects while allowing patrons to maintain a normal walking pace through security checkpoints.
The system is aimed at effectively screening guests while reducing entry congestion and maintaining smooth traffic flow. The renewed arrangement also enhances Evolv's marketing collaboration with both the teams and the stadium, naming Evolv as the "Official Fan Screening Provider" for the New England Patriots, New England Revolution, and Gillette Stadium.
Expanded Collaboration
The system is aimed at effectively screening guests while reducing entry congestion
Since the inception of this partnership, over seven million patrons have undergone screening at Gillette Stadium using Evolv Express.
Bill Christiansen, Vice President of TeamOps LLC and head of security at Gillette Stadium, expressed satisfaction with the continued collaboration, stating, "We’re very pleased to expand and extend our relationship with Evolv. We look forward to working with Evolv to keep innovating for the benefit of all guests at Gillette Stadium."
Broad Presence in the Boston Area
The partnership's renewal signifies an important milestone for Evolv, commented John Baier, Vice President of Sports & Entertainment at Evolv.
He stated, "Every subscription renewal is gratifying to us here at Evolv, but Gillette Stadium is especially so. The Boston area is our corporate home, and the Patriots, Revolution, and Gillette Stadium are among our earliest sports and entertainment customers. An extended and expanded relationship tells us that we’re delivering on our commitments and earning our customers’ trust every day."
Increasing Security Footprint
This agreement solidifies Evolv's substantial role in the Boston area, with their Express units deployed at prominent locations such as TD Garden, Boston College, the Boch Center, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, and various schools, healthcare facilities, and businesses.
This expansion also highlights Evolv's significant presence within the professional sports sector, as their systems are currently employed by 13 professional football teams and 12 professional soccer teams in the USA. Globally, Evolv serves nearly 100 clients in sports and entertainment, out of a customer base exceeding 1,000 entities.
