Table of Contents
- Busan Sajik Baseball Stadium Secures 29.9 Billion Won in National Funding Through Ministry of Culture Sports and Tourism Competition
- Design Competition in 2026, Groundbreaking in 2028, Opening Target in 2031
- Expectations for Local Economic Revitalization and Urban Image Enhancement
- A New Leap for Busan Baseball, Targeting an Opening in 2031
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Busan Sajik Baseball Stadium Secures 29.9 Billion Won in National Funding Through Ministry of Culture Sports and Tourism Competition
Busan City has been selected for the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism's public sports facility renovation support project, progressing with the Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction.
The 29.9 billion won in national funding secured through this competition is the largest amount among funding for the construction of baseball stadiums nationwide, reflecting the high necessity and feasibility of the Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction.
With this secured funding, Busan City will significantly reduce the local government burden from the total project cost of 292.4 billion won. Having already passed key procedures such as the central investment review by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, this selection is a crucial turning point that enhances the financial stability and feasibility of the project.
Design Competition in 2026, Groundbreaking in 2028, Opening Target in 2031
The Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction project aims to begin the design competition in 2026, with groundbreaking in 2028 and an opening in 2031. During this process, national funding will start with 5 billion won in 2026 and will gradually increase.
As the project gets underway, the aging Sajik Baseball Stadium is planned to transform into a smart baseball stadium equipped with advanced facilities. Improvements are expected not only in the game-watching environment but also in the accessibility and safety of the seating areas, along with eco-friendly design aligned with the latest trends.
During the construction period, the Busan Asiad Main Stadium will be used as a temporary venue to minimize the inconvenience for citizens and baseball fans. Remodeling work will be conducted to ensure stable operation by providing temporary viewing facilities and convenience spaces inside the Asiad Main Stadium.
Expectations for Local Economic Revitalization and Urban Image Enhancement
Since its opening in 1985, the Sajik Baseball Stadium has been established as the representative location for baseball in Busan. However, continuous demands have been made for improvements to enhance safety and viewing convenience due to facility aging. This reconstruction project is expected to transform the stadium into a baseball venue with the most advanced viewing environment, alongside a multi-cultural space that citizens can enjoy together.
Once the reconstruction is completed, it is expected to become a major sports landmark in Busan, attracting millions of visitors annually, thereby significantly impacting the tourism industry and local businesses. In addition, general improvements in urban infrastructure, including the revitalization of surrounding businesses, enhancements in transportation systems, and increased accessibility to the urban center, will also take place.
The Sajik Baseball Stadium will regain its role as a symbol of the city encompassing Busan's history and identity, not just a simple stadium. This undertaking is being carried out under the vision of creating an "open sports complex with citizens" and is being evaluated as a new urban regeneration model that integrates local community, culture, and tourism. It is hoped that this transformation will positively influence Busan's future.
A New Leap for Busan Baseball, Targeting an Opening in 2031
The reconstruction of Sajik Baseball Stadium is a city project that aims to bring about a new change in Busan's sports culture beyond just facility improvements. With the national funding confirmed through the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism's competition selection, the foundation for advancing this project has become more stable. The detailed procedures are expected to proceed smoothly, targeting an opening in 2031.
Once this project is completed, the Sajik Baseball Stadium will transform into an internationally recognized baseball venue equipped with cutting-edge technology and various amenities. This is expected to be a significant opportunity for Busan to regain its status as a 'baseball city.'
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. What is the scale of national funding secured for the Sajik Baseball Stadium remodeling?
The Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction project secured 29.9 billion won in national funding through the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism competition.
The Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction project, promoted by Busan City, was selected for the public sports facilities renovation support project by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, securing 29.9 billion won in national funding. This amount is the largest scale among national funding for the construction of baseball stadiums in Korea, acknowledging the necessity and feasibility of the Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction. The secured national funding plays an important role in significantly reducing the local financial burden from the total project cost of 292.4 billion won, enhancing the financial stability and feasibility of the project.
Q. When is the Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction expected to start and be completed?
The Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction is in progress, starting the design competition in 2026, groundbreaking in 2028, and targeting an opening in 2031.
The reconstruction project is set to begin with the design competition in 2026, followed by an official groundbreaking in 2028, aiming for a phased opening in 2031. National funding is also expected to be gradually allocated starting with 5 billion won in 2026. During the construction period, the Busan Asiad Main Stadium will be utilized as a temporary venue to minimize inconvenience for citizens and baseball fans while remodeling work will be conducted to ensure stable operations.
Q. What changes can be expected after the Sajik Baseball Stadium is reconstructed?
The reconstructed Sajik Baseball Stadium is expected to transform into a smart baseball stadium and multi-cultural space with cutting-edge facilities.
Once the reconstruction is completed, the aging Sajik Baseball Stadium will transform into a smart baseball stadium equipped with advanced facilities and eco-friendly design. The improvements will significantly enhance the game-watching environment, accessibility, and safety, creating a multi-cultural space that citizens can enjoy together. This is expected to positively influence Busan's tourism industry and local businesses, attracting millions of visitors annually as a sports landmark. Additionally, improvements in surrounding businesses, transportation, and overall urban infrastructure are also anticipated.
Q. How will games be operated during the reconstruction period?
During the reconstruction period, the Busan Asiad Main Stadium will be used as a temporary venue.
To minimize the inconvenience for citizens and baseball fans during the construction process, the Busan Asiad Main Stadium will be utilized as a temporary venue. Remodeling work will also be undertaken to provide temporary viewing facilities and convenience spaces inside the Asiad Main Stadium, ensuring that smooth baseball games can be conducted during the period of Sajik Baseball Stadium construction.
Q. What are the expected community and economic impacts of the Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction project?
The reconstruction project aims for local economic revitalization, urban image enhancement, and the fusion of tourism and cultural industries.
The Sajik Baseball Stadium reconstruction project goes beyond just improving the stadium to include goals of urban regeneration and the development of sports culture in Busan. The completed stadium is expected to attract millions of visitors annually, becoming a major sports landmark in Busan, thus revitalizing surrounding businesses and improving transportation systems and urban accessibility. Additionally, creating an open sports complex with citizens is expected to serve as a new urban model that integrates local community, culture, and tourism industries.
