Tullamore-based Future Ticketing has announced extended partnerships with Shelbourne FC and Drogheda United as the leading online ticketing provider confirms a 19% jump in attendances across the SSE Airtricity League this season.
With the title run-ins well underway, Irish-owned and operated Future Ticketing has said its renewed multi-annual deals with Shelbourne and Drogheda are a sign of both clubs’ commitment to continued growth and enhancement of their fan base.
Fans have flocked in record numbers to matches hosted by 14 Future Ticketing clients this season. The 19% growth in sales amongst Future Ticketing partner clubs indicates the rising interest in League of Ireland football.
Commitment
Future Ticketing, now firmly established as Ireland’s leading digital ticketing platform, processes over 14 million tickets worldwide annually. The contract renewals underline both clubs’ commitment to delivering world-class, reliable, and transparent ticketing experiences.
“We are thrilled to continue our journey with Drogheda United and Shelbourne FC,” said Future Ticketing CEO Liam Holton. Our passion for Irish football and the League of Ireland runs deep, and we are committed to continue playing a significant role in the league’s ongoing growth and development.”
“These clubs have been a vital part of our journey, and we are honoured by their continued commitment to our platform. Together, we aim to enhance the fan experience, increase ticket sales, and drive innovation, all to help to elevate the entire League of Ireland to new heights. All while meeting the highest standards of data security, protection and compliance.”
“These renewed agreements mean that Drogheda United and Shelbourne FC will continue to benefit from an array of enhanced features, including seamless digital ticketing, a bespoke digital ticketing app, real-time data analytics, live financial data and integrated access control. Future Ticketing’s platform also supports customised event configurations, giving each club the power to deliver a personalised club experience to each fan.”
‘Future Ticketing continues to be a great success story for Irish sports technology. From our beginnings with just one football club in Ireland six years ago, Future Ticketing has grown into a leading ticketing provider for sports organisations with a global reach, enabling the sale of 14 million tickets worldwide while powering over 50 football clubs in Ireland and the UK.”
“As Future Ticketing continues to expand its footprint in Irish football and beyond, these contract renewals mark another step forward in our mission to empower clubs with the best tools to enhance their operations, grow their fanbase, and create amazing experiences for everyone who loves Irish football.”
Investors
Both league clubs have recently benefited from dynamic new investors off the field, and entering into extended agreements with Future Ticketing further illustrates how the two clubs share a vision of elevating the match-day experience for fans while driving sustainable revenue growth for football clubs.
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“Future Ticketing’s system has been a total game-changer for us over the last few years,” added Drogheda United Director Niamh Leonard. “The user-friendly interface, combined with their exceptional customer support, has taken our match-day operations to the next level.”
“We’ve seen our fan engagement grow, and we’re thrilled to keep building on this success together! One of the biggest advantages has been our ability to effectively manage away fans, ensuring their experience is smooth, organised, and secure from start to finish. It’s been a real win for us and for everyone who comes to support their team at Weaver Park.”
“We’re absolutely delighted to continue our partnership with Future Ticketing,” added Barry Mocke, CEO of Shelbourne FC.
“Their dedication to innovation, transparency, and GDPR compliance perfectly aligns with our values at Shelbourne FC. Knowing that our fans’ data is handled with the highest level of care and security gives us great confidence, and as we continue to invest in the club, we are delighted to work with a partner who is on the same growth journey.”
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