Cape Town: The Green Point Athletics Stadium track has received its World Athletics Class-2 certification. The certification comes on the back of the complete removal of the old track surface. The stadium track has been resurfaced with a new Polyurethane system, along with other improvements to the 100m starting line, the long jump run-offs, the high jump areas and javelin run-off areas.
Green Point Athletics Stadium is managed by the Strategic Assets Department of the City of Cape Town and is currently the only City-owned athletics stadium in the metro region that meets Safety at Sports and Recreational Events Act (SASREA) compliance requirements.
Member of the Mayoral Committee for Economic Growth and Tourism – Alderman James Vos said that the stadium track made opened to the public in year 2015 and since then it has been used extensively by the public for athletics meets and events such as – for the warm-up venue for HSBC Cape Town 7 rugby teams and various cycling and running races.
Vos further said that as such, the track was nearing the end of its lifecycle and, as a proactive measure, it required urgent maintenance to ensure sustainable future usage.
In year 2022, the Strategic Assets team oversaw a conditional assessment of the site and thereafter undertook a project as part of the Economic Growth Directorate to enhance its infrastructure and amenities and thereby supporting the aim of the City of Cape Town for fostering economic opportunities through the hosting of events.
James Vos added that the certification now means that the City of Cape Town will be able to host high-level local, national and international events at the stadium. It is a new exciting chapter for one of Cape Town’s most prized sporting facilities.
All thanks to the Strategic Assets Department’s dedication, who ensured that these sites are maintained, and is improved continuously to align with global best practices. For more information on using the City’s Strategic Assets for events and other activities, visit the City’s website.