2008 Beijing Olympic Games

1. Project Overview

During the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, KENTEN, as the official designated supplier of tents and temporary structures, provided complete temporary building solutions for multiple Olympic venues in Beijing and its surrounding areas. The project covers a variety of functional spaces such as security inspection channels, audience rest areas, VIP reception areas, media service points and operation management areas.

The A-structure tents and the iconic pagoda tents provided by KENTEN played a crucial role throughout the event, offering comfortable, safe and multi-functional service spaces for tens of millions of spectators and staff.

2. Key Features & Benefits

A-Structure Tents (Security Checkpoints)

The super-large span design can reach up to 50 meters, and the height can be flexibly adjusted according to the site requirements, providing a spacious environment for high-traffic security checks and waiting areas.

The modular structure design ensures rapid assembly and disassembly, significantly shortening the construction period, while guaranteeing the uniformity of appearance and function of dozens of security inspection points.

All structures are made of high-strength aluminum alloy frames and are paired with flame-retardant PVC fabric, ensuring stability and safety even in environments with continuous high temperatures and high foot traffic.

The interior can accommodate multiple security inspection devices, queuing channels, staff workstations, and emergency evacuation channels, providing efficient support for large-scale crowd management.

The structure has excellent weather resistance and can withstand various outdoor weather conditions such as intense sunlight, strong winds, and heavy rain.

Pagoda Tents (Spectator Rest & Hospitality Areas)

The iconic high roof and classic design provide a shaded and comfortable resting space for the audience during the intervals of the event.

The compact and fashionable modular design allows for easy customization of side walls, ventilation facilities and brand elements.

It blends perfectly with the venue architecture, enhancing the visual and experiential quality of the public areas.

3. Why KENTEN?

Outstanding Olympic Experience: KENTEN was selected as the tent supplier for the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, fully demonstrating its ability to meet the highest standards of global major sports events.

Quality and Safety Certification: All structures are designed in accordance with the International Building Code (IBC) and international safety standards, and have passed ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications. The tent fabric complies with global flame retardant standards, including China’s B1 grade, France’s M1 grade and the United States’ NFP 701 grade.

Outstanding Performance Under High-Intensity Use: During the sweltering summer heat and peak foot traffic in Beijing, KENTEN’s tents perform reliably, maintaining comfort and operational efficiency in both functional and reception areas.

4. Reflections on Success

During the 2008 Beijing Olympics Games, A globally watched sports event, KENTEN’s A-shaped structure tents and pagoda tents played a crucial role in operation and service. They not only ensured the smooth flow and order of people on site but also created a safe, comfortable and efficient activity space for the audience and participants.

The successful implementation of this project has become an important milestone in the development history of KENTEN. With its outstanding engineering capabilities, strict safety standards and efficient on-site management, KENTEN has won wide acclaim from the Olympic Organizing Committee and further solidified its leading position in the field of global major event infrastructure.