Rangers begin Ibrox renovation works ahead of new season
Rangers begin wide-ranging Ibrox upgrades, including pitch works, stand improvements and interior refurbishments ahead of the new season.
Rangers have announced a series of renovation and improvement works at Ibrox Stadium as preparations begin for the new campaign.
With the season now concluded, attention has turned to upgrading both the playing surface and key areas of the stadium infrastructure.
The Ibrox pitch is currently undergoing maintenance to ensure it remains in top condition ahead of the new season, while supporters in the Copland Rear stand can expect an improved matchday experience with the installation of new glass balustrades to enhance sightlines.
Structural work will also take place in the Bill Struth Main Stand, including the replacement of internal timbers, fixing covers and external façade panels as part of ongoing maintenance and compliance efforts.
The club confirmed it is continuing to work alongside electrical contractors to complete inspection and testing within the listed Main Stand building, with the project scheduled for completion over the summer after beginning last September.
Several internal areas will also benefit from refurbishment. The Members Lounge is set for a significant upgrade, including new booth seating, LED lighting, flooring and decorative enhancements.
Nearby, the trophy room is being revamped with support from Club 1872, featuring new lighting and extensive redecoration. Much of the work has already been completed, with visitors expected to notice a refreshed look in one of the stadium’s most iconic spaces.
Further improvements funded through the Club 1872 heritage initiative include upgraded photography displays in the corridor between the trophy room and Members Lounge, as well as restoration work on wooden paneling within the Main Stand.
Beyond the stadium interior, restoration work is also planned for key landmarks around Ibrox. The John Greig Ibrox Disaster Memorial statue will undergo rewaxing and touch-up work, while plans are in place to install lighting at the statue of former manager Walter Smith, subject to approval from Glasgow City Council.
Elsewhere, discussions are ongoing regarding restoration work in the Blue Room, while painters will carry out maintenance across Ibrox, Edmiston House, the Rangers Training Centre and the Ibrox Community Complex.
The works form part of a wider effort by the club to modernise facilities, preserve heritage and enhance the overall supporter experience ahead of the new season.