STATEMENT: Arena deal signed & sealed

The Glasgow Clan, sponsored by , are delighted to announce that the long-term future of the Clan has now been secured.

Following months of negotiations with Global Mutual, our subsidiary company Glasgow Arena Ltd has signed a long-term 20 year lease to become the new operators of Braehead Arena.

The 5,200 capacity multi-purpose venue is based within the Braehead Shopping Centre complex, in Renfrewshire, Scotland.

For the immediate future, the venue will continue to be called Braehead Arena for Clan home games, all other sporting and non-sporting events.

Public ice skating will be part of a new exciting brand encompassing the name, Braehead Ice Centre.

Glasgow Arena Ltd, Director, Gareth Chalmers commented: “We are absolutely delighted to be able to confirm that we are the new operators of Braehead Arena.

“The signing of a 20 year lease demonstrates our long-term commitment to the venue, bringing world class entertainment to the West of Scotland while continuing the rich history of ice in the Renfrewshire and Greater Glasgow area.

“We would like to thank Global Mutual, Peter Beagley, Lydia Brown and all the management team at Braehead Shopping Centre, Sport Scotland, Renfrewshire Council, MP Gavin Newlands, Councillors John Shaw and Lisa-Marie Hughes, the Paisley Pirates and not least all the fantastic Clan fans for their patience and support in helping us finally get across the finishing line.

“The real hard work begins now, we know the scale of the challenge and we will do everything we can to make this venue a resounding success.”

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