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Aerospace Bristol host naming event of Aviva Arena

Tom Grennan delivered a special live performance beneath the iconic wings of Concorde

Bristol witnessed a landmark moment on 19 February 2026 as Aerospace Bristol hosted YTL for the official naming announcement of the city’s long-awaited new arena.

The reveal set the tone for what promises to be a transformational addition to the city’s live events scene.

Tom Grennan delivered a special live performance, a first for a Brit-nominated platinum artist beneath the iconic wings of Concorde.

Truespeed and Freedom Fibre complete merger to create expanded full-fibre group

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£200m contracts signed to reopen Portishead railway line

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