Helsinki Ice Hall, more familiarly known as Nordis, HIFK's home arena, is one of Finland's best-known multi-purpose arenas. With a capacity of up to 8,200 spectators, it creates an environment for top-tier Finnish Hockey League for matches as well as concerts and other public events. The systems project carried out in 2025 brought the arena's technology into a new era by providing an all-encompassing digital scoreboard system.
Display cube scoreboard system and buzzer control for precise game management
At the core of the project was the renewal of the existing display cube's scoreboard system. The new system solution enables even more accurate and flexible presentation of match data to the audience. The overall delivery also included the control of an external buzzer, which was seamlessly integrated as part of the system to ensure the precise synchronisation of match situations.
Real-time WiseHockey and MTV Katsomo integrations synchronise data to TV broadcasts
Also added to the system WiseHockey and MTV3/Katsomo -shipment integrations. With the WiseHockey integration, the scoreboard and data are synchronised with WiseHockey in real time. In the MTV3 and Katsomo integration, the match clock data is produced directly from the Jidokan system, meaning the content seen both at the venue and by viewers at home is fully synchronised.
Smart dressing room display system enhances internal communication within the arena
Internal communications within the arena were enhanced by installing 17 dressing room screens, which provide up-to-date information for teams and event organisers. This supports efficient operations during events and improves the user experience behind the scenes.
The implementation has elevated Nordis' technological foundation to a new level. The result is an even smarter arena that serves sports professionals, media operators, and the public alike.