Synthetic Ice and the NHL
Synthetic Ice and the NHL: A Promising Future Ahead, Together
From training grounds to a direct meeting in Zurich — how Xtraice and the NHL are working together on the future of ice hockey.
Synthetic ice and the NHL have an increasingly promising future ahead of them. For many years the NHL has flirted with synthetic ice — Xtraice has run events with teams such as the Red Wings and the Washington Capitals, been present at the celebration of the Stanley Cup, and provided training grounds for NHL teams like the Florida Panthers. Now, with climate change and energy costs a growing concern for the sport, the NHL and Xtraice met directly in Zurich to talk about the road ahead.
For many years, the NHL has flirted with synthetic ice. Xtraice has done several events with professional teams such as the Red Wings or the Washington Capitals. Xtraice has also been present at major events like the celebration of the Stanley Cup, and has been a provider of training grounds for professional NHL teams, like the Florida Panthers.
Meeting Xtraice – NHL in Zurich (Switzerland)
However, Xtraice wants to go a step further. A few weeks ago, members of the NHL (National Hockey League) contacted us. Climate change and energy costs are of growing concern in the sport of ice hockey, and the NHL is aware that synthetic ice will become increasingly necessary for the professional sport. They wanted to meet with Xtraice to talk about a number of guidelines that can help face the future together.
For this meeting, the CEO of Xtraice, Adrián Ortiz, travelled to Zurich (Switzerland) to meet with the leaders of the NHL. During their encounter they discussed the future and the real possibilities of using synthetic ice in the NHL. The meeting was fruitful, and they agreed to continue working together.
Why the NHL is paying attention to synthetic ice
- Growing concern over climate change and rising energy costs in the sport.
- A direct meeting between Xtraice's CEO and NHL leaders in Zurich to discuss a shared path forward.
- A track record of events and training grounds already delivered for NHL teams.
Synthetic Ice and Ice Hockey
If you are also connected to the world of ice hockey and want to find out more about our synthetic ice, do not hesitate to contact us for more information or a price quote. We are happy to guide you during the whole project — Xtraice has many years of experience in the business of synthetic ice.
Frequently asked questions
Has the NHL used Xtraice synthetic ice before?
Yes. Xtraice has run events with NHL teams such as the Red Wings and the Washington Capitals, been present at the celebration of the Stanley Cup, and provided training grounds for teams like the Florida Panthers.
What was discussed at the Xtraice–NHL meeting in Zurich?
Xtraice's CEO, Adrián Ortiz, met with NHL leaders to discuss the future and the real possibilities of using synthetic ice in the NHL, in the context of growing concern over climate change and energy costs in the sport.
Why is synthetic ice becoming more relevant for professional ice hockey?
Climate change and rising energy costs are increasing the appeal of synthetic ice as a training and event surface that doesn't depend on refrigeration infrastructure, which is why the NHL is paying closer attention to it.
Can ice hockey teams contact Xtraice for a quote?
Yes. Teams or organizations connected to ice hockey can contact Xtraice directly for more information or a price quote, and the team will guide them through the whole project.