Project Details
Project
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Client
Glasgow 2026 Organising Committee
Contractor
Clair — Audio & Systems
Your Role
Schedule
Install details are subject to change. Dates reflect your comp time venue.
Accommodation
Hotel
Address
Check In
Check Out
Map
Venue Assignment
Venue Code
Primary Venue
Sport
Venue Address
Map
Overview
Welcome to Clair's crew information portal for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Please use this portal to find project information. Please be aware that all information is subject to change.
Project Overview
Clair have been awarded the following contracts for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games:
ITNetwork infrastructure and field engineering across all competition venues
AudioPA systems and audio engineering across competition venues
CeremoniesAudio for Opening and Closing Ceremonies
Key Dates
Early July 2026
Install Period begins — first crew on site
23 July 2026
Opening Ceremony / Games begin
23 July – 2 Aug
Competition Period — full operational schedule in effect
2 August 2026
Closing Ceremony / Games end
From 30 July
Derig begins — PPE required from Day 1 of derig
Management Structure
Craig Harvey
PROJECT DIRECTOR
Gareth Brierley
AUDIO PM
Thomas Hatch
IT PM
Niamh O'Meara
OPS MANAGER
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Audio Engineers
A1 & A2 TEAMS
Jeffrey Enck
IT CREW CHIEF
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IT Team
FIELD ENGINEERS
Venues
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SEC — Scottish Event Campus
Accreditation Starts21 July — you will not be able to access site without your accreditation.
Sub-venuesSXH — The Hydro · SXA — The Clyde Auditorium (Armadillo) · SX3 — Hall 3 · SX4 — Hall 4 · SX5 — Hall 5 · NOC — Car Park 2
VTMSarah Edwards — +44 7766 546689
Tech Info — Audio📁 SEC Audio Tech Info — Dropbox ↗ (placeholder — link to be updated)
Pedestrian Access📄 SEC Site Layout (PDF) ↗
SSC — Scotstoun Sports Centre
Accreditation Starts25 July — you will not be able to access site without your accreditation.
VTMRaymond Chan — +44 7430 265931
Tech Info — Audio📁 SSC Audio Tech Info — Dropbox ↗ (placeholder — link to be updated)
Pedestrian Access📄 SSC Site Layout (PDF) ↗
CAV — Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome & Arena
Accreditation Starts21 July — you will not be able to access site without your accreditation.
Sub-venuesSCH — Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome · CAA — Glasgow International Arena
VTMDaniel Stokell — +44 7398 719845
Tech Info — Audio📁 CAV Audio Tech Info — Dropbox ↗ (placeholder — link to be updated)
Pedestrian Access📄 CAV Site Layout (PDF) ↗
TSC — Tollcross International Swimming Centre
Accreditation Starts21 July — you will not be able to access site without your accreditation.
VTMAlan Dow — +44 7788 105979
Tech Info — Audio📁 TSC Audio Tech Info — Dropbox ↗ (placeholder — link to be updated)
Pedestrian Access📄 TSC Site Layout (PDF) ↗
BBC Building — Pacific Quay
Sub-venuesBOC — Broadcast Operations Centre · TOC — Technical Operations Centre
Tech Info — Audio📁 BBC Audio Tech Info — Dropbox ↗ (placeholder — link to be updated)
Contacts
Full project team. All numbers are tappable. Save key contacts before you travel.
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Emergency
Transport
Getting to Glasgow, getting around, and what to do when public transport doesn't cover it.
Arrival & Departure Transport
Audio
Your travel allowance includes getting to and from your hotel from/to the train station or airport.
Project Period Transportation
Public Transport
All venues can be reached by public transport. As the Organising Committee are not providing transport cards, please purchase a Zone Card on arrival.
Purchasing a Zone Card
You can purchase one at a Payzone store. The app has been described as "truly abysmal" and "infuriating" — a physical card is strongly recommended. Find your nearest Payzone store ↗
Receipts
Please save all receipts for reimbursement.
Taxis
Outside Public Transport Hours
If your shift times fall outside of public transport schedules, please inform your PM or Niamh O'Meara to get a taxi approved.
Approval Required
All taxi costs must be cleared with management first.
Notice
Please give as much notice as possible — a few hours minimum.
On Site
Everything you need once you're on the ground. This section will be updated before your start date.
Site Access
Install Period
You will receive a Bump In pass on arrival when you show your downloaded Induction Completion Certificate. PPE is required from Day 1.
Operations Period
Once the venue goes into lockdown you will need your accreditation pass to access site. Collect this from the UAC before the operational period begins.
Food on Site
Meals
Meals are not provided on site. You are welcome to bring a packed lunch — please plan ahead for this. Your accommodation includes a kitchenette, so you'll have the option to prepare food before and after shifts.
First Aid & Incidents
If there is any injury or incident on site, please go to the VTM first, then inform Niamh O'Meara as soon as possible afterwards.
Reporting
AudioVTM
At the beginning and end of every shift, all staff must report to the VTM. The VTM is our main contact for all technology requirements on venue. If you have any operational issues relating to the technical infrastructure — power, cabling, rigging, structures — the VTM is the first point of contact.
Sports Presentation (SPP)
You are on site to support the Sports Presentation team. Check in with the SPP Producer for any schedule changes — this is particularly important during the rehearsal period. Report any changes back to Niamh.
Technical Incidents
Technical incidents or issues should be internally reported to your PM. Please use your own discretion on whether an incident can be managed in a timely manner within the venue team, or if you need managerial support, or if your PM should be made aware of the incident.
Uniform
You will receive a Clair t-shirt on arrival. During the competition period please wear unbranded blacks or Clair apparel provided.
Acronyms
ACRAccreditation
BOCBBC Broadcast Operations Centre
BTOCBroadcast Technical Operations Centre
CAAGlasgow International Arena
CAVSir Chris Hoy Velodrome & Arena
CVTMCluster Venue Technical Manager
DVTMDeputy Venue Technical Manager
FAFunctional Area
FOPField Of Play
GINGames Integrated Network
IBCInternational Broadcasting Centre
LAMLanguage Services
MDCMain Distribution Centre (Warehouse)
MPCMain Press Centre
MZMixed Zone
NOCNetwork Operations Centre (Car Park 2, SEC)
OCOrganising Committee
OVROn Venue Results
PRS FAPress Functional Area
PSAPedestrian Screening Area
RTSResults Timing & Scoring
SCHSir Chris Hoy Velodrome
SECScottish Event Campus
SPPSports Presentation
SSCScotstoun Sports Centre
SX3SEC — Hall 3
SX4SEC — Hall 4
SX5SEC — Hall 5
SXASEC — The Clyde Auditorium (Armadillo)
SXHSEC — The Hydro
TOCTechnical Operations Centre
TSCTollcross International Swimming Centre
VSAVehicle Screening Area
VTMVenue Technical Manager
Tools
Install Team
Please bring basic hand tools. Bear in mind that once the site goes into accreditation, all entry is subject to security screening. Make sure any tools you need are brought on site before that point.
Daily Checklist
A smart form checklist will be linked here once finalised.
📋 Daily Checklist — Coming SoonExpense Policy
Guidelines for submitting expenses. All expenses require receipts unless stated otherwise. Any expenses not listed below must be pre-approved.
General
Pre-approvalAny expenses not described below must be pre-approved before being incurred.
ReceiptsAll expenses invoiced must be accompanied by receipts. No receipt, no reimbursement.
Travel
Airport TransfersAccounted for in your travel allowance.
Public TransportUp to £20 per day. Keep all receipts.
On Site
ParkingUp to £25 per day. Pre-approval required. Keep receipts.
LaundryUp to £50 per week (where applicable). Keep receipts.
How to Submit
Submission process and deadlines will be confirmed here. All receipts must accompany your invoice.
Accommodation
Your hotel details and what you need to know for your stay.
Further Instructions
Everything you need before you arrive and on your first day.
Before You Arrive
UK Entry (ETA)Non-UK and non-Irish citizens must have a valid Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to pass through UK customs. Check your requirements and apply in advance at gov.uk ↗
Site InductionComplete your site induction before arriving and download your certificate. Induction link ↗
PPEPack steel toe caps, hi-vis, and hard hat. PPE is required on site from Day 1 of install and from Day 1 of derig.
Travel AdaptersIf you're travelling from outside the UK, pack a travel adapter. The UK uses Type G sockets (3-pin square).
Passport (UK-based crew)Don't forget your passport — you'll need it for Accreditation, even if you're UK-based.
Glasgow WeatherGlasgow weather is famously wet. Expect summer daytime averages of around 17°C and nighttime lows of 10°C. Pack layers and pack for rain.
Arrival Day
⚠️ Bring your passport. You will not be able to collect your accreditation pass at the UAC without it.
Straight After Check-inCollect your accreditation ASAP.
UAC LocationCEE Building, 2nd Floor, Glasgow Caledonian University, Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, G4 0BA — Open in Maps ↗
Opening Times30 Jun – 12 Jul: Tue–Sun, 10:00–20:00
14 Jul – 26 Jul: Mon–Sun, 08:00–20:00
27 Jul – 2 Aug: Mon–Sun, 10:00–18:00
14 Jul – 26 Jul: Mon–Sun, 08:00–20:00
27 Jul – 2 Aug: Mon–Sun, 10:00–18:00
Public TransportIf you're using public transport, purchase a Zone Card on arrival. Find your nearest Payzone store ↗
Let your PM knowGive your PM a heads up once you're on the ground.
First Day Onsite
PPEDon't forget your PPE — steel toe caps, hi-vis, and hard hat are required on site.
Induction CertificateHave your Induction Completion Certificate downloaded and ready to show.
Site Check-inCheck in with Site Management at your venue's Site Office — see the Site Layout PDF on the Venues tab for its location.
Bump In PassReceive your Bump In Pass on presentation of your Induction Certificate.
Communications
Audio — WhatsApp
Audio crew will be added to a WhatsApp community for project communications. Join WhatsApp Community ↗
Please join your relevant groups before 10th July so you don't miss important announcements. Install groups are for people arriving before the 22nd. Drop me an email if you're unsure. As you know WA Communities can get very noisy very quickly so let's all do our part by keeping messages succinct and relevant. A social group has been created for non-work chat too.
Expenses
What can I claim?See the Expenses tab for the full policy. Keep all receipts.
Crew Roster
Full Audio crew roster by venue and shift during the competition period. Shift patterns will be confirmed closer to the Games.
CAV — Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome & Arena
SXH — The Hydro
SX3 — Hall 3
SX4 — Hall 4
SX5 — Hall 5
SXA — The Clyde Auditorium
SSC — Scotstoun Sports Centre
TSC — Tollcross International Swimming Centre
Noticeboard
Updates from the Clair ops team. Check regularly.