# Colombian stadium modernization projects

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/colombian-stadium-modernization-projects
> Updated: 2026-11-07T00:18:26.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Infrastructure projects are underway to modernize major sports venues in Colombia. In Medellín, the Atanasio Girardot stadium has reached a milestone in its renovation, involving the removal of over 600 tons of material from the western stand's roof. This project aims to increase spectator capacity from 45,000 to over 60,000 through the construction of a third level.

In Barranquilla, the Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez is undergoing a technological overhaul with an investment exceeding 45 million dollars. The upgrades include the installation of 5G infrastructure and an advanced security system featuring over 300 cameras. This system utilizes generative artificial intelligence to interpret visual feeds in real time and flag potential disturbances. The renovation is expected to increase the stadium's capacity from 43,000 to 65,000.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-07: Metropolitano Stadium to receive AI security and 5G upgrades

Barranquilla's Metropolitano Stadium is undergoing a 45 million dollar renovation, featuring over 300 AI-powered cameras and enhanced connectivity to meet international football standards.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/metropolitano-stadium-to-receive-ai-security-and-5g-upgrades

### 2026-10-28: Atanasio Girardot Stadium modernization reaches new milestone in Medellín

Medellín's Atanasio Girardot stadium has completed the removal of 600 tons of roofing material as it prepares for a major expansion to increase capacity to over 60,000 spectators.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atanasio-girardot-stadium-modernization-reaches-new-milestone-in-medelln

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Cite as: Colombian stadium modernization projects. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/colombian-stadium-modernization-projects