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20 June 2025

China - As part of its newly expanded headquarters in Pingshan, Shenzhen, ROE Visual has recently opened the doors to its dramatically upgraded showrooms. The immersive, application-driven spaces highlight the full creative and technical potential of ROE’s latest LED technologies, with Brompton Technology’s Tessera LED video processing playing a pivotal role throughout.

Now three times larger than the original facility, the showrooms feature purpose-built environments that allow visitors to experience ROE Visual’s LED products in real-life scenarios, from touring and live events to broadcast, fixed installation, and virtual production. Brompton’s 4K Tessera SX40 LED video processors, paired with Tessera XD 10G data distribution units, power many of the key installations, enabling flawless system control, consistent colour reproduction, and the dynami

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20 June 2025

UK - The Art-Deco Grade II listed Queens Hotel has been an impressive presence on Leeds’ City Square since its construction in 1937. Designed by W.H. Hamlyn and faced with white Portland Stone, it is a striking landmark which over the years has hosted many notable guests. Royals, world leaders, and international film stars have all experienced the comforts of The Queens.

At the end of last year, The Queens was the focus of an art installation which saw LeedsBID (Leeds Business Improvement District) collaborate with Barcelona-based creative studio Onionlab on To Leeds With Love, a visual spectacular which used the elegant architecture of the Hotel as a canvas for multiple projections themed around The Twelve Days of Christmas.

The ambitious and innovative project, which embraced state-of-the-art technology and world-class design, r

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20 June 2025

UK - Stage Electrics Group has announced changes within its senior executive team. Andy Preece, group finance director, will retire from his executive role effective 31 July 2025, the end of the group’s financial year, and will assume a new position as a non-executive director.

Dave Coull, group CEO of Stage Electrics, said: “Andy’s breadth of experience and expertise have not only benefited the organisation financially and strategically but have also helped shape and develop our company culture over the past four years. As he moves into his new role as non-executive director, I’m confident the group will continue to benefit from his insight, non-executive oversight, and unwavering commitment to our continued growth and success.”

Nathan Athay, the company’s current finance manager, will be promoted to the role of group finance director an

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19 June 2025

Canada - At the heart of Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) stands Chrysalis – a landmark 1,200-seat proscenium theatre housed in the historic Ryerson Theatre in downtown Toronto. As part of The Creative School, which encompasses 27 leading graduate and undergraduate programmes in media, communications, and design, Chrysalis is more than a performance space – it serves as a creative incubator.

Led by technical lead, Scott Martin, alongside director, Owais Lightwala and creative producer, Jasmine Au, Chrysalis is ‘reimagining live entertainment through the integration of emerging technologies and performance techniques’.

Its mission focuses on equipping students with the tools and methodologies that will define the next era of the industry. Martin’s role is central to achieving this vision. He oversees the implementation of technology sys

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18 June 2025

UK - Polar recently returned to the Old Savoy Theatre in Northampton to stage Polar Expo, a day-long event where integrators, AV consultants, rental companies and sound engineers were able to see, hear, and explore the full Polar catalogue.

Previous Polar demo days, focused on specific brands, had proved to be a popular draw for a wide range of technology professionals, prompting the company to expand the formula to stage its largest such event to date. According to sales manager Andy Plunkett, who coordinated the event, the Savoy Theatre takeover was another valuable exercise in giving visitors a close-up, hands-on experience of the Polar portfolio:

“We showcased the entire portfolio across morning and afternoon sessions in the Theatre and adjoining Dore Suite. There’s just no substitute for hearing our high-performance loudspeaker ranges in a r

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18 June 2025

UAE - INFiLED technology helped transform Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Park into an immersive AV spectacle for the inaugural Offlimits Music Festival.

Billed as the UAE’s first open-format music festival (i.e. one featuring multiple genres of music), Offlimits welcomed global artists including Ed Sheeran, OneRepublic and Kaiser Chiefs across four stages purpose-built on Yas Island for the event, held on 26th April 2025.

Technical production across all four stages – T11 (main), Head, Meteor and Club X – was managed by regional event technology company SLS Production. The team was responsible for delivering audio, video and lighting to global touring standards, ensuring a premium experience for the international artist lineup. One of the standout visual features of the festival was found on the Meteor stage, where a 910m² LED wall –

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17 June 2025

UK - The PLASA Awards for Innovation are back for 2025, and entries are officially open.  

Celebrating the most forward-thinking technology across lighting, audio, AV, staging, rigging and beyond, the awards recognise products that bring something genuinely new to the table, whether it’s a technical step forward, a sustainability breakthrough, or a clever commercial edge. 

Run in partnership with LSi, the awards are independently judged by a panel of experts who know what real innovation looks like. All shortlisted ent

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17 June 2025

UK - Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has taken a significant step forward in preparing students for the evolving landscape of virtual production. With the recent installation of a virtual production studio, including ROE Visual’s latest full-spectrum LED technology powered by Brompton LED processing and, for the first time, its TrueLight technology, NTU provides a hands-on learning environment to train future professionals in the skills the industry increasingly demands.

The virtual production (VP) studio marks a milestone in the university’s £1.3m investment in media technology for its School of Art & Design. This advanced facility is designed to serve both academic and commercial purposes, providing students with access to industry-leading tools while also catering to external clients seeking high-quality production facilities.

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17 June 2025

UK - As organisations rethink the role of the office space in a post-pandemic world, Leyard has partnered with T1V, a pioneer in interactive collaboration software, to unveil a new kind of workspace: the High Impact Space.

Located at Leyard/Planar’s London showroom near Chancery Lane, this installation features a 4.8m wide curved touch LED wall integrated with T1V’s ThinkHub and Story software, offering a bold vision of what collaborative environments can and should be.

T1V is distributed in the UK by Polar, whose business development manager Duncan Peberdy is excited by the potential of High Impact Spaces:

“Whilst many necessary work tasks in a post-Covid world can be carried out at home, a truly collaborative environment is required for activities that can’t be undertaken in isolation or through simple video calls.

“High I

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16 June 2025

Germany - Hit TV show Dein Song showcased the best emerging songwriters this spring with each contestant performing amid bespoke content displayed on three LED screens, all driven by Hippotizer Media Servers.

Creative production studio LUPIXX used two Boreal+ MK2s, supplied by ETC, to deliver a wealth of content created by Saskia Olma at LUPIXX and her team. “We were responsible for the content design of the finale, creating custom animations, visual concepts, and LED stage content to support the young songwriters’ performances and bring their music to life in an atmospheric and powerful way,” explains Olma. “The Boreal+ MK2 Media Servers are so user friendly, easy to set up and good to go, making the process and realisation of the show stress-free.”

The popular programme is produced by ZDF in collaboration with children’s channe

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13 June 2025

USA - PPDS, provider of Philips Professional Displays has announced a global alliance with Shure to deliver an advanced range of full room audio visual solutions.

Announced during a live launch event on Philips booth at InfoComm 2025 in Orlando, this collaboration sees PPDS enter into a global alliance with Shure, combining the power of Philips Professional Displays with Shure’s premium audio systems.

This development sees PPDS enter a global alliance with Shure, who provides integrated, easy-to-deploy IntelliMix Room Kits for Microsoft Teams Rooms, bringing audio visual together for total solutions in conferencing and collaboration in corporate, government, and educational environments.

Speaking at the official signing, Ron Cottaar, director of global marketing at PPDS, said: “Our collaboration with Shure further extends our commitment t

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13 June 2025

Canada - Brompton Technology has announced that Theatrixx Technologies, a Montreal-based manufacturer and distributor of professional audiovisual equipment, has joined its Panel Manufacturer Partner Programme as a blue partner. This milestone marks a new chapter in a growing relationship between the two companies, rooted in a shared commitment to innovation, reliability, and excellence in professional audiovisual solutions.

Theatrixx Technologies designs and manufactures high-performance AV solutions tailored for live events, broadcast, XR, systems integration, touring, and the preforming arts.

Among its key innovations is the Nomad LED range, featuring the proprietary TPEP (Titanium Polymer Edge Protection) technology, along with an upcoming permanent install series. Theatrixx is also recognised for its award-winning signal converters, besp

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13 June 2025

China - Christie laser projectors have brought to life an immersive nighttime spectacular at Wuhan’s popular Huabohui Scenic Spot, transforming the picturesque flower-themed park into a vibrant fusion of natural beauty and leading-edge visual technology.

Titled Zhiyin Flower Moon Night, the multi-venue show is celebrated as China’s first immersive night tour themed around the Twelve Flower Goddesses. Christie’s trusted partner Jianye Display led the projection design and systems integration, deploying 13 Christie 1DLP laser projectors. Models include the Inspire Series DWU760-iS and DWU960-iS, as well as the high-brightness DWU23-HS - chosen for their accurate colour reproduction, dependable performance, and ability to operate reliably in demanding outdoor environments.

“The Christie laser projectors delivered outstanding br

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11 June 2025

UK - Midwich has announced the launch of Live, a new division created to serve the needs of the live events industry through specialist distribution and trade rental services in the UK&I. Backed by the legacy, expertise, and energy of Sound Technology and PSCo, Live is designed to help partners ‘deliver extraordinary live events’.

Under the Live banner sit two independent specialist businesses – each focused on delivering excellence in their own area:

Live Technology – the distribution arm, formerly Sound Technology, providing market-leading brands in audio, lighting, video, and control to the live events community, supported by expert pre- and post-sales teams.

PSCo and Dry Hire Lighting – the trade rental arm, continuing to deliver exceptional service and specialist rental solutions through trusted teams and existing account s

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11 June 2025

UK - AbsenLive, a sub-category brand of LED manufacturer Absen, has announced the appointment of Murray Scott to its growing UK team and in the process bolster its rental services and solutions for the events, virtual production, and broadcasting sectors.

Murray joins as business development manager for the UK and Ireland. He brings with him a wealth of experience in sales and purchasing, having dedicated 30 years to both FMCG and independent businesses. His most recent experience involves working with transparent LED for the retail and rental LED market, making him an asset to Absen and its innovative growth plans.

"I’m eager to embark on this new chapter in the world of rental and staging LED," says Murray. “I was drawn to Absen by its outstanding product range and the exceptional support provided by the teams in the UK, Europe, and China. I lo

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11 June 2025

UK - Bolton-based TVC Technology Solutions has announced the successful completion of a sophisticated audio-visual installation at King Street Social Tap, a new flagship hospitality venue by Amber Taverns in Huddersfield. This latest project adds to TVC’s growing portfolio in the sector, reinforcing the brand’s position as a premier AV integrator of choice for the hospitality industry.

“We know what it takes to make a good hospitality venue great: Impressive sound, visually dynamic video and engaging entertainment options like karaoke that increase customer dwell time, average spend, and repeat custom.” Says Chris Whitlock, technical director at TVC Technology Solutions. “All tied together through the seamless interface that is easy for employees to use.”

Building on previous successful collaborations with Amber Taverns, including the pop

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09 June 2025

UK - PLASA Show 2025 is now open for free registrations. This September, the UK's market-leading trade event for live entertainment technology will set the stage for breakthrough products, big ideas, and invaluable industry connections. Celebrate entertainment technology and the people behind it at PLASA Show, returning to its home at Olympia, London from 7–9 September 2025.

Drawing 7,500+ professionals from across the global industry, the show offers unrivalled access to 250+ leading brands, an expert-led seminar programme, and hands-on experiences with next-generation technology.

Headline sponsored by Robe, PLASA Show 2025 features an expanded show floor filled with world-class manufacturers, distributors and service providers. Attendees can explore the latest tools and technologies for lighting, audio, AV, staging and rigging – all under one r

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06 June 2025

UK - Solstice AV has announced the latest addition to its leadership team, with the appointment of Louise Abbey as the company’s new marketing director.

Louise brings more than 20 years of B2B marketing knowledge and experience to the company, having held senior positions across vendor, distributor, and reseller organisations operating in the fast-paced ICT sector. Louise will lead the company’s marketing strategy, working as a key advisor to the board and collaborating with Solstice’s vendor and reseller partners to unlock new opportunities and drive mutual profitability.

Based at Solstice AV’s Gloucestershire headquarters, Louise’s appointment follows recent milestones for Solstice AV, including the recent appointment of Chris Ball as chief finance & operating officer, plus UK distribution partnerships with LED display leader LianTron

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06 June 2025

The Netherlands – PPDS has announced the appointment of AV/IT specialist Marco van der Knaap as its new global product manager of Philips LED displays.

With a 25-year career dedicated almost exclusively to LED, Marco will support the team in navigating the marketplace, continuing to position the expanding Philips direct view LED displays range in line with PPDS’ global strategy and growth ambitions. He is based in Amsterdam and reports to Jeroen Brants, global product director for LED at PPDS.

Marco comments: “I am thrilled to join PPDS and to take on the responsibility of growing the Philips LED business. With Philips' strong brand presence and the support of an exceptional team, I see tremendous potential to deliver ever more innovative solutions that exceed customer expectations worldwide. PPDS shares an unparalleled commitment to bringing i

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05 June 2025

Hungary - Lightware is reaffirming its commitment to education through continued investment in its various professional development initiatives. More than a corporate strategy, this commitment reflects Lightware’s core values that knowledge should be freely available to empower the next generation of AV professionals.

“At Lightware, we believe in sharing knowledge, not gatekeeping it,” says Gergely Vida, CEO of Lightware. “Education is central to our mission.”

The company’s learning ecosystem is built to meet professionals where they are, whether in a classroom, a meeting room or from behind a screen. Lightware Academy, the e-learning platform which launched in Q4 of 2023, has attracted over 9,000 users worldwide since it went live. During this time, these users have collectively completed more than 18,000 courses, a testament to the popu

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05 June 2025

UK - Chase and Status headed out on their ambitious live tour across some of the UK’s biggest arenas with a ROE video screen and MoveKet automation package from PRG UK.

After the release of 2024’s Backbone catapulted Chase and Status back into the cultural zeitgeist, the highly anticipated UK tour has seen the duo go from strength to strength. Bringing a high-energy rave to arenas this size requires something special for the production.

At the Co-op Live in Manchester, the clear centre piece of the stage is the unusual ‘Letterbox’ LED upstage screen, supported by MoveKet automation to reveal the band as the show kicks off and create dynamic movement throughout the set. ROE Vanish V8T panels were used to build the 27m wide x 4m deep structure, chosen for the strong colour depth, and the 50% transparency means the lighting can be integ

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03 June 2025

Canada - Professional audio streaming experts, Bluesound Professional, is a launch partner of OpenAV Cloud, the new global initiative to bring open, cloud-connected, cross-platform control and interoperability to the AV industry. This new initiative is a collaborative effort among multiple manufacturers to host their public APIs in the cloud, enabling seamless cross-product integration.

Founding members BrightSign, Legrand AV, Panasonic, Shure, Sony and Xyte, along with a host of other leading AV manufacturers and technology providers, have come together for the first time to host their APIs in a unified environment, signifying an exciting development within the industry. The initiative aims to address two of the AV industry’s greatest challenges: proprietary control systems and siloed cloud environments that make integration more difficult.

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03 June 2025

USA - PPDS will be showcasing the latest evolutions in sustainable screen technology and design, including new Philips dvLED and digital signage reveals, plus a new global partnership announcement.

PPDS will also be paying tribute to Martijn van der Woude, VP global business development and marketing of PPDS, who sadly passed away in April. This special event is set to take place on Wednesday 11 June at 3pm on the Philips booth, with full details being confirmed shortly.

Ron Cottaar, director of global marketing at PPDS, commented: “Since the sad passing of Martijn, InfoComm 2025 will be the first time we have the opportunity to come together as a global team and industry. Martijn was a deeply regarded personality at InfoComm, whether speaking at industry keynotes, chatting with customers, or being interviewed by the press.

“With so many

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02 June 2025

UK - PLASA Focus Leeds 2025 returned to the Royal Armouries on 13-14 May, drawing a vibrant cross-section of the live entertainment technology sector for two buzzing days of connection, innovation and learning.

This year’s show welcomed 2,852 professionals, an increase on the 2024 show. The quality of attendees continues to thrive, with 687 directors, owners, or chairs representing 16% of the audience. Significantly, when combining senior roles and those in sales, procurement and specification, nearly 40% of the professionals on site held final decision-making responsibility, underscoring the event’s commercial impact.

A broad spectrum of industry roles was represented, including sound and lighting engineers, technicians, production and tour managers, lighting designers, venue and operations staff, as well as consultants, buyers, lecturers, conte