New EV charging stations and AI-powered smart light fixtures enhance fan experience, safety, and sustainability at Chester-based Subaru Park and WSFS Bank Sportsplex
Comcast Smart Solutions, a division of Comcast Corporation, today announced a new smart technology deployment with Major League Soccer’s Philadelphia Union. The initiative helps transform Subaru Park and the WSFS Bank Sportsplex into a next-generation smart campus, featuring electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and AI-enabled lighting systems designed to elevate security, sustainability, and the overall fan experience.
“Our goal is to deliver the best matchday experience in Major League Soccer, and that starts the moment fans arrive,” said Tim McDermott, President, Philadelphia Union. “This isn’t just a tech upgrade, it’s a bold step forward in our commitment to fans and our community. Comcast’s integrated approach to smart technology and connectivity simplified the process and enabled us to create a more connected, innovative, and welcoming environment for all our visitors.”
At the core of this transformation is Comcast Business’s high-performance Metro Ethernet network, which provided the scalable bandwidth needed to power data-intensive smart solutions across the campus.
A Seamless, Premier Experience from Parking Lot to Pitch
The Philadelphia Union selected Comcast for its end-to-end capabilities, deep technical expertise, and ability to deliver cost-effective, future-ready solutions. The deployment focuses on two key areas:
- Powering the Future with EV Charging: To meet growing demand for electric vehicles, Comcast Smart Solutions installed Level 2 EV chargers at the WSFS Bank Sportsplex. The chargers operate on an open protocol (OCPP) platform, enabling easy scalability and centralized performance monitoring. This system helps keep chargers ready for gameday and opens potential new revenue opportunities for the club.
- Smarter Lighting to support a Safer, More Connected Campus: Across campus parking lots, more than 300 Juganu smart light fixtures were installed, including 100 with built-in AI video analytics capabilities. These fixtures do more than illuminate, they integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure and offer:
- CCTV capabilities for enhanced security
- AI video analytics to monitor traffic, parking, and safety
- Public WiFi access to keep fans connected from arrival to entry
Together, these features create a seamless, data-driven experience that enhances safety and convenience for fans and staff alike.
“The Philadelphia Union shared a bold vision for their campus, and we are proud to help bring it to life,” added Mike Slovin, Vice President and General Manager, Comcast Smart Solutions. “This is what a smart venue looks like in action. By integrating advanced technologies across the campus, the Union is setting a new standard for connected, sustainable sports and entertainment destinations.”
To learn more about Comcast Smart Solutions, visit: https://smartsolutions.comcast.com/.
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About Comcast Smart Solutions
Comcast Smart Solutions (CSS) is a single stop for smart technology solutions and connectivity, empowering communities and businesses to operate more efficiently and effectively through lower energy use, reduced costs, and higher levels of interaction. We advise, help design, deploy, and support holistic smart technology ecosystems with a vetted and curated ecosystem of top smart technology collaborations to help create efficient and productive buildings and environments that meet the needs of tomorrow’s communities and businesses. Our offerings include Smart Buildings technology, Video Analytics, Smart Mobility, Digital Signage, and Smart Lighting solutions. Visit smartsolutions.comcast.com for more information.
About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.
About Philadelphia Union
The Philadelphia Union is a professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer and one of Philadelphia’s five major league sports teams. Founded in 2010, the Union have earned two Supporters’ Shields (2020, 2025), reached the MLS Cup Final in 2022, and made nine MLS Cup Playoffs appearances. The club is part of Union Sports & Entertainment, which also oversees Union II, the Union Academy, and youth development programs, producing 25 Homegrown players to date. The Union play at Subaru Park in Chester, Pa., a waterfront campus that includes a state-of-the-art training complex and the WSFS Bank Sportsplex. For more information, visit philadelphiaunion.com and follow @PhilaUnion on social media.
About Juganu
Juganu provides intelligent infrastructure for cities, stadiums, and campuses. The platform combines edge-based AI, video, lighting, and connectivity to deliver real-time awareness, safety protocols, and automation—transforming public spaces into adaptive, data-driven environments that enhance performance and unlock new potential revenue opportunities through retail media and analytics. Juganu’s technology is deployed using existing lighting infrastructure, enabling rapid, cost-effective installations with minimal disruption to urban life.
About NovaCHARGE
NovaCHARGE is a provider of EV charging infrastructure solutions, focused on building reliable, scalable, and future-ready charging networks. With over 16 years, serving a diverse range of major customers, including Charge Point Operators (CPOs), electric utilities, fleet-scale providers, and commercial businesses; NovaCHARGE delivers open standards hardware, software and services customers need to drive the growth of the EV industry through interoperability. For more information about NovaCHARGE and its EV charging solutions, visit www.NovaCHARGE.net.
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