Join us for the 36th EBU Sports Assembly, a premier gathering of sports broadcasting executives from across Europe. This event offers a unique platform for Members to discuss the latest trends, share insights, and collaborate on future projects in the dynamic world of sports media. Engage with industry leaders, explore innovative solutions, and contribute to shaping the future of sports broadcasting. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with peers and enhance your network within the EBU community. The event is hosted by our STVR colleagues in Slovakia, Bratislava. 

Venue

Sheraton Bratislava Hotel

Pribinova 12
811 09 Bratislava
Slovakia

Venue

Travel suggestions

Nearest airports

  • Airport Bratislava (BTS-M.R. Stefanika)
  • Vienna International airport (VIE-Vienna Intl.) ~40 min drive to Bratislava

Getting from Airport Bratislava to Sheraton Hotel ~ 13 min drive   

  • Airport taxi cost is around 13 EUR
  • Bolt available, cost is between 5-13 EUR

Getting from Vienna International airport to Bratislava

  • Taxi: between 70-100 EUR, Bolt available
  • Bus: best option via Slovak lines
  • Bus goes every 30 min
  • Drive duration is 50-55 min, ticket cost between 9-14 EUR
  • Bus stop situated directly in front of the airport, jump off at Bratislava Central Bus Station Nivy which is 10 min walk from Sheraton Hotel. 

Official accommodation  

Alternative accommodation (no negotiated rates)

Park Inn Hotel 4*

  • ~18 min walk from the event venue
  • ~125 EUR per night for a standard single room

Hotel Devin 4*

  • ~16 min walk from the event venue
  • ~145 EUR per night for a standard single room

Radisson Blu Carlton Hotel 4*

  • ~17 min walk from the event venue
  • ~140 EUR per night for a standard single room

Agenda

Tuesday 8 April

  • Welcome Cocktail at Sheraton Bratislava Hotel 19:00-21:00

Wednesday 9 April

  • Closed sessions (Members-only) 09:00-13:00
  • Lunch 13:00-15:00
  • Open sessions (Open to all) 15:00-17:30
  • Wine tour at Zámok Šimák 18:30-20:30
  • Dinner at Zámok Šimák 20:30-23:00

Thursday 10 April 

  • Closed sessions (Members-only) 09:15-11:00
  • Keynote session: Sport Market Trends (open to all) 11:30-12:30
  • Lunch 12:45-14:00

Olympics Rights Activation Workshop

After the conclusion of the Sports Assembly, the EBU Olympics team are offering an additional Workshop dedicated to rights activations, promotions and commercialization of the Winter Olympic Games Milano Cortina 2026. The Workshop will also be attended by IOC colleagues to directly answer any questions Members may have.

This Workshop is aimed at Team Leaders and Rights Activations colleagues from rights holding Members. Sports Assembly participants are welcome to stay in case they deem it useful. 

Thursday 10 April

  • Workshop 14:00-18:00
  • Dinner 19:00-21:30