FC Barcelona Partners With Figueras Seating to Bring Luxury, Sustainable VIP Seats to Camp Nou Renovation
FC Barcelona's iconic Spotify Camp Nou is in the middle of a $1.4 billion renovation that will turn it into the most advanced stadium in the world, and the club just announced a new partnership with Catalan seating giant Figueras Seating to provide the VIP seating for the new venue. The partnership will bring custom, sustainable, ultra-comfortable seats to the venue's 9,400 premium hospitality spaces, blending local craftsmanship with global innovation to create a one-of-a-kind fan experience.
For Barça, this partnership is about more than just seating—it's about supporting local businesses, and bringing Catalan innovation to the world. Figueras Seating is a family-owned company based in Catalonia, that's been working with Barça for more than 50 years, ever since they installed 60,000 seats at the original Camp Nou back in 1972. Now, they're coming back to help the club build the new, upgraded venue, bringing their decades of experience to create seats that are perfect for the new Camp Nou.
The new VIP seats are designed to be the most comfortable in the world, with ergonomic designs that support fans through even the longest matches. They feature extra padding, adjustable backrests, and personalized features that let fans customize their experience. But what really sets them apart is their sustainability. All of the seats are made from 100% recyclable materials, and the manufacturing process is designed to cut carbon emissions by more than 30% compared to traditional seating manufacturing. Figueras has committed to using circular economy principles, so that at the end of the seats' life, they can be completely recycled and turned into new products, with zero waste.
This aligns perfectly with Barça's own sustainability goals for the Espai Barça project. The club has committed to making the new Camp Nou the most sustainable stadium in the world, with net zero carbon emissions, 100% renewable energy, and zero waste to landfill. The new VIP seats are a core part of that goal, as they help the club cut the carbon footprint of the venue's construction, and ensure that the facility is sustainable for decades to come. A single sustainable VIP Stadium chair from Figueras has a 40% lower carbon footprint than a traditional premium seat, which adds up to massive savings for the venue's 9,400 premium seats.
The partnership is also part of Barça's sponsorship program for the Espai Barça project, which lets local companies partner with the club to be part of the historic renovation. Figueras will be the official VIP Seating Supplier for the project, from 2025 to 2027, and they'll work closely with the club to design seats that match the venue's iconic aesthetic, while also meeting the needs of modern fans. The seats will blend seamlessly into the different premium spaces, from the luxury suites to the club lounges, creating a cohesive, premium experience for all the fans in the hospitality sections.
For Figueras, this is a homecoming of sorts. The company has worked with some of the biggest venues in the world, from Miami's Hard Rock Stadium to the Olympic Games, but working on the Camp Nou project is special, because it's the venue that put them on the map 50 years ago. "We first worked with FC Barcelona in 1972, installing more than 60,000 seats. Since then, we have continued to work with the club, so we fully understand its evolution," said Marta Ferrer, Iberian Business Development Director at Figueras Seating. "Spotify Camp Nou poses a significant challenge, not only for the club, but also for us, as we must guarantee an excellent experience for members by offering maximum comfort in our VIP seats, which we have adapted to meet the expectations and requirements of the new space."
The new seats will also feature integrated smart technology, like charging ports and connected features, that let fans stay connected during the match. The premium Stadium chair will have built-in wireless charging, so fans can charge their phones without having to leave their seats, and integrated sensors that let them order food and drinks directly to their seat, just like in the best restaurants. This will make the premium experience at Camp Nou even more exclusive, letting fans enjoy the match without any interruptions.
When the new Camp Nou opens in 2026, it will set a new standard for what a modern stadium can be, and the new VIP seats from Figueras will be a core part of that. They'll show the world that you can have luxury, comfort, and sustainability all in one, and that local businesses can compete on the global stage, bringing their own innovation and craftsmanship to create something truly special.
