Systematica’s Vision for Milano Cortina 2026

Big Events call for Measurable Results and Lasting Impact

Hosting the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics placed Italy at the center of one of the decade’s most complex global sporting events.  

The multi-site, alpine nature of the Games — spanning cities, mountain venues, different infrastructure systems and local communities —posed challenges of exceptional scope and demand. Ensuring that millions could move safely, efficiently and seamlessly across this network required more than planning. It required rigorous research, strategic foresight and proven know-how. 

Behind the scenes of the Winter Olympics were months of extensive planning, advanced modelling, and data-driven mobility strategies. Our role was to transform complexity into operational certainty, ensuring a frictionless Games experience at every scale. 

Crowd and Traffic Simulations for Bormio and Cortina d’Ampezzo 

In constrained alpine environments, precision was essential. With an average venue occupancy reaching 85% and 20,000 daily spectators, we designed and tested pedestrian and traffic management systems that balanced operational efficiency, safety and environmental sensitivity. 

Through advanced crowd simulations and urban traffic modelling, we assessed: 

 – Peak demand and emergency scenarios; 

 – Spatial performance and queue management; 

 – Access and parking operations. 

The result: orderly flows, minimal waiting times, intuitive wayfinding and safe venue access. 

In Bormio and Cortina d’Ampezzo, data-driven simulations were instrumental in ensuring the smooth delivery of a complex, multi-day international event. 

Multimodal Accessibility Strategy for Unipol Dome 

Since 2019, we have supported the development of the Unipol Dome (also known as Arena Milano) with a long-term vision: creating a venue capable of performing under Olympic pressure while thriving as a permanent events destination. 

Through comprehensive multimodal accessibility planning and scenario-based traffic simulations, we delivered: 

 – Efficient access under full capacity conditions; 

 – Optimized parking operations; 

 – Seamless integration with public transport networks. 

Today, the arena accommodates up to 16,000 spectators — now Italy’s largest indoor arena of its kind — operating efficiently even under peak-event pressure. 

More than an events venue, the Unipol Dome represents the first completed milestone of the wider regeneration of the Santagiulia district, acting as a catalyst for a new metropolitan hub dedicated to sport, entertainment and culture. 

Mobility Masterplan for Scalo di Porta Romana and the Olympic Village

For Scalo di Porta Romana, temporary home of the Olympic Village, we developed a multimodal mobility masterplan designed to serve both the Games and the long-term needs of this newly regenerated neighbourhood. 

Our integrated strategy focused on: 

 – Seamless transitions between pedestrian, cycling, public transport and private mobility; 

 – Universal accessibility and inclusive design; 

 – Efficient underground parking integration. 

The goal of the project was to balance short-term event requirements with long-term urban liveability.  

Crowd Movement Analysis at Milano Ice Park

With a daily capacity of up to 18,000 spectators across two interconnected venues, the Milano Ice Park, located within the Rho Fieramilano exhibition complex, required detailed pedestrian flow analysis to guarantee safety and efficiency across 16 days of competition. 

We optimised: 

 – Arrival and departure peak management; 

 – Inter-venue pedestrian connections; 

 – Stadium access and exit strategies. 

The outcome was a mobility framework engineered to perform under pressure — enabling safe, intuitive movement for thousands of visitors each day. 

Beyond Delivery: Building a Legacy 

Major events demand solutions that operate on multiple levels, ensuring operational readiness today while generating long-term value tomorrow. 

For the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, mobility planning was not limited to managing flows. It meant creating resilient systems, infrastructure strategies and urban frameworks capable of serving cities and communities long after the closing ceremony. 

Every successful global event relies on a coordinated network of expertise working behind the scenes to make world-class performance possible. 

We are proud to have contributed to a delivery defined not by uncertainty, but by measurable performance, operational excellence, and lasting urban impact.