Enclos Tensile Structures

The World Cup begins today, and stadium architecture is already part of the conversation.

Dezeen’s feature on the sixteen host stadiums highlights two venues with ETS connections: SoFi Stadium and BC Place.

From SoFi’s ETFE-clad roof structure to the cable-supported, retractable-roof renovation at BC Place, these venues show how tensile architecture can shape the experience of global sport.

We’ll be sharing more throughout the tournament as ETS projects come into frame across host cities.

Explore the possibilities of tensile architecture at ets-na.com.

Sixteen stadiums set to host games at the World Cup 2026 With the World Cup kicking off in Mexico City today, we look at the 16 stadiums hosting games at the tournament in USA, Mexico and Canada.

Rather than replacing it, the Jacksonville Jaguars are reimagining EverBank Stadium with a $1.4B renovation for the “Stadium of the Future".

ETS is proud to be contributing to this landmark transformation.

Designed by HOK, the project will introduce a transparent roof canopy, expanded concourses, and a bold new exterior identity, all focused on improving shade, comfort, airflow, and the fan experience.

Read more from Fast Company:

Instead of building from scratch, this NFL team is renovating—and saving $1 billion The Jacksonville Jaguars are among a growing number of sports teams seeing the benefits of renovating their stadiums.

A major milestone for our ETS team was reached at the new Nissan Stadium – the top net is officially pinned!

This achievement is a testament to the precision, coordination, and grit of the crews making it happen high above the field. From the rope access technicians and ironworkers to the teams supporting heavy lifting, cranes, scaffolding, and overall project coordination, every connection represents countless hours of planning and expert ex*****on. Special thanks to our project partners, the Ironworkers Local 492, ZDI Rope Access, VSL, Maxim Crane Works, LP, Solid Platforms, INC, and Tennessee Builders Alliance, for helping bring this milestone to life.

Proud to see the vision continuing to take shape one milestone at a time.

Putting the finishing touches on the canopy roof at Miami Freedom Park!

Suspended high above the seating bowl, our crews continue advancing one of the most ambitious tensile stadium canopies ever delivered in the US – a globally sourced cable-net, PTFE, and ETFE system brought together at an unprecedented scale.

Miami Freedom Park, Lemartec, schlaich bergermann partner, Thornton Tomasetti, MANICA Architecture, Arquitectonica International, Structural Technologies, Iron Workers Local 272, Fatzer AG

What do a tennis racket and a bicycle wheel have in common? They helped inspire the tension ring canopy at Inter Miami’s stadium.

This Sports Business Journal article highlights how the spoke-like cable system, designed by schlaich bergermann partner and delivered by ETS, creates a lightweight structure that reduces material while maximizing coverage.

Read more:

A tennis racket, or a bicycle wheel? Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium highlights cost-saving tension-ring canopy concept The canopy over Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium is a first of its kind in the U.S., a tension ring that covers the entire seating area. Schlaich Bergermann Partner's Michael Stein explains how this "bicycle wheel" design works

Tropicana Field is back, reimagined with a new PTFE membrane roof spanning more than 345,000 square feet.

Following Hurricane Milton, the replacement required rapid coordination across engineering, fabrication, and installation, resulting in one of the largest membrane panel installations of its kind.

Explore the full project, including installation photography and project details: https://ets-na.com/portfolio/tropicana-field-roof-replacement

City of St. Petersburg, Florida
AECOM Hunt
Hennessy Construction Services
Geiger Engineers
Tampa Bay Rays
MLB

Tropicana Field is already drawing global attention following its reopening.

Recently featured by Dezeen, the renovation highlights the scale and ambition behind the new PTFE membrane roof system.

Designed to balance light transmission, durability, and long-span efficiency, the system creates a bright, weather-protected environment tailored to Florida’s climate.

Take a closer look at the full story: https://www.dezeen.com/2026/03/30/tampa-bay-rays-florida-stadium-roof/

City of St. Petersburg
AECOM Hunt
Hennessy Construction Services
Geiger Engineers
Tampa Bay Rays
Major League Baseball (MLB)

Tampa Bay Rays replace stadium roof after 2024 hurricane The Tampa Bay Rays are debuting a new roof on their ballpark in time for the 2026 MLB season home opener in Florida.

Congratulations to the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens on the grand opening of their new Manatee River experience!

Today marks an exciting milestone for Jacksonville and for wildlife conservation. ETS was honored to contribute the tensile membrane canopy that welcomes visitors into this remarkable new habitat, celebrating one of Florida’s most beloved species.

Projects like this come to life through strong collaboration, and we’re grateful to have worked alongside an incredible team to help create a space that blends architecture, education, and conservation into a memorable visitor experience.

Congratulations to everyone involved in bringing this project to life and to the Jacksonville community, celebrating its opening today!

City of Jacksonville, Florida - Government
Dasher Hurst Architects
Stantec
Danis
Ironworkers Local 597