Designed by Chabanne & Partenaires along with AvantPropos and AB+Architectes, construction of the arena is expected to take 36 months.
France’s first new generation arena, upon completion, will feature two halls with a combined seating capacity of 10,700 as well as VIP seats, boxes and walkways serving the stands, and shopping and reception areas.
Symbolising local sports prowess and serving as a new entertainment and culture venue for the city of Dunkirk and the surrounding region, the new arena will contribute to the development of its two clubs, the USDK handball club and the BCM Gravelines Dunkirk basketball club.
Design and construction of the arena will be carried out by VINCI Construction France through its subsidiaries ADIM Nord Picardie, SOGEA CARONI and DUMEZ EPS, in association with local SMEs. The facility will be maintained by VINCI Facilities.
The arena is scheduled for handover in time for the 2015 basketball and handball season.
