Glasgow 2026 Legacy Delivers for Local Workforce

In a move set to redefine the delivery of world-class sporting events, Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games has appointed Trivandi, a global leader in the planning, design and operational delivery of major events as the Official Event Delivery Partner.

The appointment brings together Glasgow’s celebrated reputation as a world-leading host city with Trivandi’s proven track record in advisory, design and venue delivery services for major international events, including every Summer Olympic Games since London 2012, the last three Commonwealth Games, FIFA World Cups and World Expos.    

The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will mark a new era for Commonwealth Sport, with a more sustainable and inclusive delivery model. As the Official Event Delivery Partner, Trivandi will be responsible for the overlay and venue operations at Glasgow's iconic, world-class sports venues, transforming them into Commonwealth Games ready facilities. 

Glasgow 2026 will set a new benchmark for future Games, providing a replicable framework for future hosts across the Commonwealth, demonstrating how cities can stage world-class sporting competitions while maximising local employment benefits and minimising environmental impact. This will ensure the Games remain accessible to nations and territories of all sizes and economic circumstances while delivering meaningful legacy benefits.   

At the heart of the model is a ‘One Team’ approach which will embed international specialists into key operational roles in the Glasgow 2026 Organising Company, and a commitment to recruiting 250 workforce roles to deliver the Games. The Global Events Company has set a target to recruit 60% of the workforce from the city and its surrounding areas with dedicated opportunities for unemployed residents, students, and people with accessibility needs through local social enterprises and education providers.

Building on the transformative employment legacy of Glasgow 2014, Trivandi wants to demonstrate how the Commonwealth Games experience can act as a launchpad for Scottish people to build careers on the global stage.  

Phil Batty OBE, CEO, Glasgow 2026: 

There is no better city than Glasgow to host this forward-thinking delivery model and change the future of how major multi-sport events are delivered. Our partnership with Trivandi signals our absolute confidence in delivering an exceptional Commonwealth Games in Glasgow next summer.  

 Trivandi’s world-class expertise and shared values of innovation, inclusion and impact will ensure Glasgow 2026 is remembered not only for outstanding sport but for the positive impacts it delivers for communities, businesses as well as future host nations and the next generation of world-class athletes.

James Bulley OBE, CEO and Co-founder, Trivandi: 

Glasgow 2026 represents a pivotal moment for the Commonwealth Sport Movement. Our commitment extends far beyond the Games themselves; we're investing in Glasgow's people, communities and sporting future.  

The legacy for Scotland will be substantial: another successful major event that will attract future competitions to the country, a trained workforce ready to deliver events in Scotland, the UK and around the world, and a supply chain exposed to a global audience that opens doors to international opportunities.

Central to Trivandi's approach is knowledge transfer through its Trivandi Academy, which will use its Chartered Management Institute-accredited programme to train people hired for Glasgow 2026 in major event planning and delivery, while providing internationally recognised certifications.  

Alison Giles, Director of Trivandi Academy, said:

The opportunities created during the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games led to many people from the city building exciting careers in events that have taken them around the world - with some returning to bring that experience back to Glasgow for the 2026 Games.  

The Trivandi Academy will create similar pathways for local talent to not just deliver these Games, but to lead future major events across Scotland and beyond. We're committed to empowering the next generation of event professionals who will carry Glasgow's sporting legacy forward.

With the largest Para sport programme in Commonwealth Games history and a concentrated venue footprint bringing fans closer to the action than ever before, Glasgow 2026 is already set to be one of the most inclusive and accessible major multi-sport events ever staged. Trivandi will conduct comprehensive accessibility audits and implement venue enhancements to ensure exceptional experiences for all.  

Trivandi is also taking a circular economy approach to event delivery, which will see all temporary installations designed for reuse at future events rather than disposal. Led by The Bulb, Trivandi's award-winning sustainability team, the Games will also create a database of sustainable venue management practices that will inform major events across the globe.  

Unlike traditional event delivery models, Trivandi will operate as an embedded partner, working hand-in-glove in the same office space with the Glasgow 2026 Organising Company. They will be responsible for the overlay and venue operations across all competition venues – including the Scottish Event Campus (SEC), Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, Tollcross International Swimming Centre, and Scotstoun Stadium – transforming them into world-class Commonwealth Games facilities before returning them to their usual use.  

For more information and news about Glasgow's Commonwealth Games please visit Glasgow 2026.