Union Berlin president Dirk Zingler provides update on stadium expansion plans

Speaking at Union’s annual general meeting on 3 September, Zingler highlighted some new logistical details concerning building work, planning approval and temporary accommodation.
As per the current roadmap, the finalisation of expert surveying reports and the implementation of the resulting conservation measures are due to be completed in autumn 2026. Planning approval is then expected to be scheduled for autumn 2027, with the building permit to follow in winter 2027, before demoliti