MTD was honored to be the exclusive water partner for the Invictus Games The Hague 2020, which took place in April 2022. This international multisport event, held at Zuiderpark in The Hague, welcomed military personnel and veterans from nearly twenty countries.
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MTD played a crucial role in the 5th edition of the Invictus Games, supporting the event’s infrastructure and ensuring safe and reliable water access for athletes and visitors alike. Our work included:
Three weeks of preparation with two technicians, for installation and connection of potable and wastewater buffers
4 major kitchens (Crew & Media, Broadcast, Nations Home, and more)
8 vacuum toilet clusters and multiple backstage sanitary setups
Food courts, handwash stations, and sanitary facilities for activation programs by Boeing and the Ministry of Defence
18 Phil bottle refill stations across the venue
Requests
The Invictus Games organizers, in collaboration with TIG Sports and Backbone International, requested MTD’s expertise to set up and manage a comprehensive temporary water infrastructure. This included connecting potable water and wastewater systems for kitchens, toilet clusters, food courts, and handwash facilities throughout Zuiderpark. The client also required installation and management of Phil refill stations to provide athletes and visitors with easy access to safe drinking water.
Challenges
The Invictus Games required an extensive and complex water setup to support multiple activities and venues within Zuiderpark. Coordinating connections for major kitchens, vacuum toilet clusters, and specialized areas such as the Jaguar/Land Rover activation program demanded precise planning and seamless execution. Ensuring reliable water flow for both hospitality and sanitary facilities while managing a high number of visitors and participants created a challenging logistical environment. Moreover, working within a public park that remained accessible during the event required efficient setup and minimal disruption.
Achievements
MTD successfully delivered a fully operational and efficient water system that met the diverse needs of the Invictus Games. From connecting critical kitchens and backstage facilities to providing accessible handwash stations and Phil refill stations, MTD ensured that all athletes, participants, and visitors had safe and reliable access to water. The Jaguar/Land Rover activation was also seamlessly integrated into our system, enhancing visitor experience. The successful collaboration with TIG Sports and Backbone International, alongside our expertise, resulted in an event that ran smoothly and met all client expectations.
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