--- title: Multi-sport date: 2024-01-15T14:25:00+00:00 author: Andrea Goodall canonical_url: "https://www.glevents.co.uk/solutions/sporting-events/multi-sport" section: Your Event --- # Olympics, athletic and multi-sport events The global strength of GL events makes us well placed to deliver solutions for both national and global sporting events. Our track record in delivering temporary infrastructure, seating and overlay solutions for both the Olympics and Commonwealth games is a testament to both the quality of our products and services and our ability to deliver solutions on a grand scale. [ Download brochure ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/download-our-brochure) [ ![Athletes competing at Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Overlay provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Birmingham-2022-Commonwealth-games-1.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Birmingham-2022-Commonwealth-games-1.jpg) [ ![Table tennis courts at Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022, The National Exhibition Centre. Overlay provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/NEC-The-National-Exhibition-Centre-79.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/NEC-The-National-Exhibition-Centre-79.jpg) [ ![Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022, The National Exhibition Centre. Overlay provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/SUT-Sutton-Park-9-1.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/SUT-Sutton-Park-9-1.jpg) [ ![Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022. Overlay provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-SMI-4G9A2972.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-SMI-4G9A2972.jpg) [ ![Temporary structures and seating provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Olympics-and-Athletics-Temporary-Outdoor-Event-Structure.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Olympics-and-Athletics-Temporary-Outdoor-Event-Structure.jpg) [ ![Overlay and temporary seating at Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Lee Valley, provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-LVA-4G9A3163.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-LVA-4G9A3163.jpg) [ ![Beach Volleyball and basketball at Smithfield, Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Overlay provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-SMI-4G9A2891-1.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-SMI-4G9A2891-1.jpg) [ ![Overlay provided by GL events](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/UEFA-2016-24.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/UEFA-2016-24.jpg) [ ![Team marquees at West Park Wolverhampton, Road Cycling Venue, Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Temporary structures and overlay provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1024xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-WOL-2022-3332.jpg) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1920xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-WOL-2022-3332.jpg) Previous Next ## Trusted to deliver large scale sporting events No matter the scale of your event, we can deliver. From temporary [seating](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/tiered-seating) and [structures](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/temporary-structures), through to a complete [overlay](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/overlay) solution, our dedicated account manager will offer expert advice to create a venue that is tailor-made to suit your specific requirements and provides the multi-sport event infrastructure you need. As Official Overlay Supporter and Principal Designer and Principal Contractor for the [Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games](https://www.glevents.co.uk/experience/birmingham-2022-commonwealth-games), we navigated the complexities of a multi-venue, multi-sport event, project managing the design, planning, installation and removal of temporary infrastructure, services and products, to transform existing and new venues into event-ready spaces. In 2012, the GL events Consortium designed, manufactured and installed temporary structures across 78 venues at both the [Olympics and Paralympics Games](https://olympics.com/en/olympic-games/london-2012) in London, and 130,000 temporary seats at 13 Olympic venues and stadia. Internationally, GL events has been appointed as Overlay Provider for the [Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games](https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024). This builds on our work for [FIFA World Cup](https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup), the [UEFA European Championships](https://www.uefa.com/euro2024/about/) the [Commonwealth Games in Glasgow](https://www.commonwealthsport.com/commonwealth-games/glasgow-2014) and the 2016 Olympic Games. Total Overlay Solutions Temporary structures Temporary seating [Overlay](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/overlay) transforms existing and new venues into event-ready spaces. It includes designing, planning, installing, and removing temporary infrastructure, services and products, and covers everything from demountable seating and temporary structures, through to flooring and signage. Our team work with you and your stakeholders throughout the planning and delivery stages of your event, acting as a single point of contact and offering a one-stop-shop for all of an organising committee’s needs. By streamlining the entire process, we make it easier for all parties involved to deliver world-class sporting events. [ Find out more about our turnkey solutions for sporting events ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/overlay) ![Ceremony at Birmingham Commonwealth Games](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/_1280xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/35120/Ceremony-at-Birmingham-Commonwealth-Games.jpg) The right mix of [temporary structures](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/temporary-structures) will provide the perfect backdrop to your event, creating the best experience for participants, crew and spectators alike. We'll work with you to create a tailored solution that makes the most of the space you have available. Our portfolio is wide-ranging and suitable for both front and back of house facilities. From single deck, double deck and even triple deck structures, through to our Giant outdoor event structures suitable for the largest of events, we can provide options for for pop up shops and bars, catering or bathroom facilities, hospitality and media - and everything in between. [ Find out more about our temporary structures for sporting events ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/temporary-structures) ![Temporary single deck structures for food outlets at London 2012, provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1280xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/35080/192.jpg) Olympic standard events need Olympic standard seating - and that's what we will deliver. With row depths of 800mm, and seat width of 50mm, our [grandstand seating](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/tiered-seating) is comfortable, while the clear accessways of 570mm facilitates the safe and speedy flow of people to move along a row, or when exiting the stand. Our row rises of either 166mm or 333mm provide good lines of sight, from any position, while the closed risers within our grandstands means there's no gaps in the flooring for phones or other personal items to fall through. Our temporary stadium seating options are all fully flexible so can work on any site, including indoor arenas and can include built-in toilet facilities or retail outlets if required. [ Find out more about our temporary seating for hire ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/tiered-seating) ![Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, seating and courts at Smithfield, Beach Volleyball and basketball. Provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Your-Event/Multi-sport/_1280xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/BHAM-2022-SMI-4G9A2898.jpg) ## How can we help? Get in touch to see how we can support your next multi sport event. [ Contact us ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/contact-us) ## Our products Take a closer look at our range of products, designed to work together for the perfect multi sport event Previous Next [ ![Overlay provided by GL events UK for the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Overlay/_600xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/22637/Ceremony-at-Birmingham-Commonwealth-Games.jpg) Overlay ![Overlay Icon](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Icons/OverlayIcon.svg) ![](/dist/images/decor/decor--br-a.png) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/overlay) [ ![QWAD temporary structure supplied by G L Events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Temporary-structures/_600xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Ryder-Cup-20230209-1.jpg) Structures ![Structures Icon](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Icons/StructuresIcon.svg) ![](/dist/images/decor/decor--br-a.png) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/temporary-structures) [ ![Branded gable on a clearspan marquee installed at Burghley horse trials by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Marquees/_600xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Burghley-Horse-Trials-2019_2416.jpg) Marquees ![Marquees Icon](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Icons/MarqueesIcon.svg) ![](/dist/images/decor/decor--br-a.png) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/marquees) [ ![Temporary seating grandstand at The Open St Andrews 150th, provided by GL events UK](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/videos/C-View/_600xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/The-Open-StAndrews-150th-2022-4G9A2423.jpg) Seating ![Seating Icon](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Icons/SeatingIcon.svg) ![](/dist/images/decor/decor--br-a.png) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/tiered-seating) [ ![Flow Power generator and cable 2](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Temporary-power/_600xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Flow-Power-generator-and-cable-2.jpg) Temporary Power ![Power Icon](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Icons/PowerIcon.svg) ![](/dist/images/decor/decor--br-a.png) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/temporary-event-power) [ ![Regent Street Pride Flags 2023 The Crown Estate 3](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Placemaking/_600xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Regent-Street-Pride-Flags-2023-The-Crown-Estate-3.jpg) Placemaking ![GL Placemaking Icon White](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Event-Fit-Outs/GL_Placemaking-Icon-White.svg) ![](/dist/images/decor/decor--br-a.png) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/placemaking) [ ![Festive lighting supplied by Field and Lawn](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/Festive-lighting/_600xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/70756/Ramadan-lighting-scheme-london.jpg) Festive Lighting ![GL Festive Lighting Icon White](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Event-Fit-Outs/GL_Festive-Lighting-Icon-White.svg) ![](/dist/images/decor/decor--br-a.png) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/festive-lighting) [ ![Xpect NEC Foodshows 2023 0547](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Products/_600xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/Xpect-NEC-Foodshows-2023-0547.jpg) Furniture ![GL Events Furniture Icon](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/Event-Fit-Outs/GL-Events_Furniture-Icon.svg) ![](/dist/images/decor/decor--br-a.png) ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/products/event-furniture-hire) Testimonial --- "These games have been unprecedented and unique in terms of the challenges that we have faced so it’s remarkable what we’ve collectively achieved, delivering such a high quality end product against the backdrop of all of those challenges. Use of GL’s resource and their network in the market was hugely beneficial to us." Alex Kirby Development and Overlay, Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games ## Related projects [ ![Download20 2023 145](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/_1124x600_crop_center-center_none/Download20-2023-145.jpg) Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games GL events UK was Official Overlay Supporter at Birmingham 2022, providing certain key event infrastructure across 12 competition venues. Sporting Events ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/experience/birmingham-2022-commonwealth-games) [ ![Download20 2023 146](https://www.glevents.co.uk/uploads/images/_1124x600_crop_center-center_none/Download20-2023-146.jpg) UCI Cycling World Championships 2023 GL events UK were proud to be appointed to deliver event Overlay for the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships in Glasgow. Sporting Events ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/experience/uci-cycling-world-championships-2023) ## Need event infrastucture? See how we can help with your next sporting event. [ Contact us ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/contact-us) [ Meet the team ](https://www.glevents.co.uk/meet-the-team)