March 7 – The Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in downtown Dallas has been selected as the International Broadcast Center (IBC) for the 2026 World Cup to be hosted in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
From January until the end of the tournament in July, this state-of-the-art facility will serve as the global broadcast operations center, and act as the nerve center for television, radio, and new media operations.
This is the second time that Dallas has been chosen as the telecommunications hub for national and international media having hosted the IBC during the 1994 World Cup.
Host Broadcast Services (HBS) has appointed HBS to provide operations and cutting-edge technology. This will be the 6th consecutive World Cup that the company has delivered services.
“With the FIFA World Cup 2026 set to redefine the global football experience, we’re proud to have confirmed the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas as the International Broadcast Centre, because it is a world-class facility that will provide top-tier services for media professionals from around the globe,” said FIFA secretary general Mattias Grafström.
“This partnership highlights our dedication to maintaining the highest standards for broadcast operations. With its modern infrastructure and the expertise of our Host Broadcaster, HBS, the IBC will offer an optimal environment for broadcasters and media professionals to deliver compelling storytelling and coverage of this historic event. In addition, media representatives from around the world will have the opportunity to discover Dallas, a dynamic city that combines modern urban attractions with deep-rooted history, and legendary sports teams that captivate fans across the globe.”
The IBC will offer a range of services to meet the needs of the large group of experts, specialists and staff helping to take the World Cup to over 200 countries worldwide. These services will include a 24-hour cafeteria, a lounge, concession stands, a convenience store, a gift shop, express shipping, banking and dry cleaning.
“Securing the International Broadcast Centre firmly places the city of Dallas and our North Texas region at the centre of the world’s attention during FIFA World Cup 2026,” said North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee President Monica Paul.
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