Co-op Live Faces Delays and Cancellations, Prompting Venue and Sponsor to Address Reputational Concerns

As technical and safety issues force major event postponements at Manchester's Co-op Live, both the venue and its sponsor, Co-op, are taking steps to mitigate negative impacts on their brands.

• Barry Manilow and Take That relocate their performances due to ongoing technical issues at Co-op Live, with Manilow securing AO Arena as a backup venue.
• Co-op Live postpones its opening multiple times, citing the need for extensive safety checks and independent inspections following HVAC system failures.
• The venue's difficulties have led to a string of last-minute cancellations, affecting shows by artists like Olivia Rodrigo and comedian Peter Kay.
• Co-op, the title sponsor, faces significant reputational damage, prompting strategic reassessments and public relations efforts to manage the fallout.
• Experts highlight the long-term financial and brand risks for Co-op, emphasizing the need for more robust crisis management and stakeholder communication strategies.

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