Mercury Baypark Stadium & Arena | Tauranga’s Premier Event Venue

Location: Mount Manganui, New Zealand

Mercury Baypark is Tauranga’s Premier Venue for conferences, meetings, entertainment and exhibitions in the prime location of Mount Maunganui.

Mercury Baypark in New Zealand has revolutionised its approach to venue management by integrating the SMARTSQUARE Modular Floor Protection System. This innovative Indoor Sports Floor Transformation system has become a game-changer for the venue, allowing it to unlock new levels of profitability and versatility in leasing its spaces.

Since 2011, SMARTSQUARE 2 m x 1 m Modular Carpet Tiles and Trolleys have offered flexibility, scalability and certainty in their venue offerings. 

As the well-known entertainment hub in the Bay of Plenty, Mercury Baypark has an extensive portfolio of venues that can accommodate events of almost any type, scale and duration, including conferences, meetings, entertainment and exhibitions.

Seeking a turnkey solution for floor protection and venue transformation, SMARTSQUARE has been used by Mercury Baypark’s venue facilities for more than ten years.

Mercury Baypark’s Venue Operations Manager, Richard Wilson, praises SMARTSQUARE:

“Each week, areas of our Venue convert from an indoor sports area to an events area using SMARTSQUARE. These events, which can be as short as a few hours or as long as several weeks, include corporate events, concerts, expos and conferences. They perform well and are fit for purpose in every respect.”

Benefits of SMARTSQUARE for Venues like Mercury Baypark

Gymnasium using carpet tiles for floor protection

Fast and Easy Setup/Pack Down

Modular floor protection systems are engineered to be user-friendly and efficient in terms of installation and dismantling. Smartsquare is quickly assembled and disassembled. This can be especially advantageous for temporary events or venues where the floor needs to be transformed for different purposes.

Mercury Baypark’s adoption of the Smartsquare system has given it a competitive edge in the events market. 

Deployable in a Matter of Hours

The efficiency of the Smartsquare system likely allows for rapid deployment, enabling venue operators to transform the floor within a very short timeframe of just a few hours, depending on the size of the venue floor space. This quick turnaround is valuable for venues hosting diverse events and activities without long downtime for floor reconfiguration.

School gym floor protection set up
Gym set up using carpet tiles for an equestrian show

Scalability

The modular nature of the Smartsquare system implies that it is scalable. It can likely adapt to different floor sizes and shapes, making it versatile for indoor sports and events. The scalability is beneficial for venues that host a variety of activities and require quick adjustments to the flooring configuration.

Mercury Baypark’s ability to scale its flooring configuration with Smartsquare has been pivotal in attracting lessees with unique event requirements. 

Durability

One of the key features of Smartsquare is its durability. Constructed from high-quality materials that can withstand the impact of sports activities, including heavy equipment, foot traffic, and potential damage from sports equipment. The durable construction ensures a longer lifespan and cost-effectiveness for the venue.

The durability of the Smartsquare system has proven to be a wise investment for Mercury Baypark. The robust construction has minimised wear and tear, reducing the need for frequent replacements or repairs. This long-term cost-saving measure has allowed the venue to allocate resources strategically, enhancing overall profitability.

Carpet tiles protecting gym floor on a seminar

“We use SMARTSQUARE 2 m x 1 m Carpet Tiles and trolleys at Baypark Arena & Stadium and have since 2011.

Each week areas of our Venue convert from an indoor sports area to an events area with the use of the SMARTSQUARES. These events, which can be as short as a few hours or as long as several weeks, include corporate events, concerts, expos and conferences.

They perform well and are fit for purpose in every respect.”

– Richard Wilson,Venue Operations Manager

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