[Albion] If you could improve ONE thing about BHAFC, what would it be?

chrisg said:

Ever sat at the Vitality stadium? Possibly the least space in front of you before the hard plastic seat on below row. Literally can’t my legs/ knees straight.

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amexer said:

When visiting Newcastle games whilst not enjoying seating position always think how lucky they are to have a stadium in the town centre

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Mustafa II said:

I think we can officially write off the monorail idea, confirmed by AI:

Building a monorail from the Amex Stadium to the city center of Brighton would be a significant investment, as monorail systems are generally costly to design, construct, and operate. Costs vary widely depending on specific factors like route length, topography, and infrastructure requirements, but here’s a general breakdown:

1. Infrastructure Costs​

• Cost per kilometer: Monorail construction typically costs between £30 million and £50 million per kilometer, depending on complexity.
• Distance: The Amex Stadium is about 6-7 kilometers from Brighton city center.
• Total Estimate: For a 6-7 km line, the cost might range from £180 million to £350 million.

2. Land Acquisition and Rights​

• Monorails need pylons or tracks to be set up along the route, which could require purchasing land or obtaining rights for airspace.
• Estimated Cost: This could add anywhere from £10 million to £50 million, depending on existing ownership and permissions required.

3. Stations and Facilities​

• Typically, stations are needed at both the Amex Stadium and key points leading into the city center.
• Cost per station: Basic monorail stations might cost £5 million to £10 million each. A larger or central station may cost more.
• Total Estimate for Stations: With a few intermediate stops, stations could add £20 million to £50 million.

4. Operating and Maintenance Costs​

• Monorail systems require regular maintenance, staffing, and energy costs.
• Annual Operating Costs: This could be several million pounds per year, typically estimated at about £2 million to £5 million per kilometer annually for smaller systems.

Estimated Total Cost Range​

Combining all these factors, a project of this scope could cost between £250 million and £500 million initially, with ongoing yearly operating costs of £12 million to £35 million.

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Sea Cider said:

Assuming you both have in-depth knowledge of the design process, I'd be genuinely interested to understand learn a) what specific parameters locked/limited the size of the North, and b) why the South (larger capacity) was chosen for the away fans?

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Right Back said:

We are in a great place but travel is the big issue. As the crow flies I probably live 3 or 4 miles from the stadium. Normally takes about 90 minutes to get home. I know I’m lucky and that others have much longer journeys but I hate seeing the East empty well before the final whistle.

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