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07 October 2025

Ireland - Live Technology has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for Robert Juliat on the island of Ireland, expanding its partnership with the French lighting manufacturer. Live Technology has successfully represented Robert Juliat in Great Britain for several years, and this new agreement will see the company bring its expertise and support to the Irish market.

“We have chosen to entrust the distribution of our products in Ireland to Live Technology because their technical expertise, strong knowledge of the local market, and commitment to quality are fully aligned with Robert Juliat’s values,” said Claus Spreyer, sales director at Robert Juliat. “Live Technology is already our trusted partner in Great Britain, and we are confident they will bring the same dedication and expertise to the Irish market.”

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07 October 2025

Czech Republic - MDG has announced the appointment of LightNeq as its new, exclusive distributor for the Czech Republic.

Founded in 2011 with the express purpose of providing top-class consultancy in the field of lighting and sound, LightNeq brings with it a team of employees with many years of experience in the industry.

The company's portfolio has expanded to include major manufacturers in tracking technology, video distribution, stage technology and more. Now with the adoption of MDG, LightNeq has added a professional range of fog, haze and low fog machines to its offering.

“We are proud to be able to expand our activities to include atmospheric effects, and to do so with the best products on the market,” says Pavel Lenoch, CEO of LightNeq. “Working with a premium brand like MDG is a natural way for us to expand our portfolio, get cl

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07 October 2025

Germany - At Hamburg Messe this week, TiMax will showcase its latest profile product and feature upgrades for TiMax SoundHub and TiMax panLab – as well as the latest integrations that harness the recent and significant OSC dictionary update for SoundHub.

TiMax exhibits on the stand of Audio-Technica for the first time, joining its new distribution partner, Audio-Technica Germany.

Tobias Franzgrote-vom Brocke, brand manager TiMax and Martin Audio at Audio-Technica Germany, commented: “TiMax has always been a reference point for creative audio professionals worldwide, and we are proud to represent such an innovative brand here in Germany. With the new OSC integrations and powerful tools like Scaling Surfaces, TiMax offers solutions that are not only technically advanced but also truly intuitive for sound designers. We look forward to supporting Ger

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07 October 2025

Festival Feasibility - The exorbitant cost of accommodation is putting pressure on the “very feasibility” of Edinburgh’s arts festivals, according to a recent report. The report also cites political tension between the UK and Scottish governments, inadequate transport and technological infrastructure, net-zero climate targets and recently introduced local legislation as significant challenges facing the festivals.

It was submitted to the UK parliament’s inquiry into the large-scale events industry by Festivals Edinburgh, the umbrella organisation that unites 11 festivals in the Scottish capital, including the Edinburgh International Festival and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The report, first covered in the Herald, claims that Edinburgh’s festivals are a “cultural mega-event on a par with a FIFA World Cup”, attracting 4m peop

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02 October 2025

USA - Elation Lighting has acquired the X-Laser brand and assets and launched X-Laser USA, a new independent company that will continue operating under the X-Laser name.

Founded in the US, X-Laser has become one of the most recognised high-powered entertainment laser manufacturers in North America. The company is known for its FDA-varianced safety systems, advanced optics, and engineering excellence.

X-Laser USA will operate from the X-Laser facility in Laurel, Maryland, led by general manager Adam Raugh, a 20-year engineering expert in laser manufacturing and regulatory compliance. The Maryland location, which serves as X-Laser’s R&D and production hub, will also serve as a US manufacturing site for select Elation products, as well as an East Coast service centre for Elation.

X-Laser’s professional laser series - both existing and fu

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02 October 2025

Europe/India - Lawo, developer of the Ravenna audio-over-IP technology, has confirmed Indian ProAV company Pope Professional Acoustics as the latest partner to join the Ravenna community.

Pope Professional, a key player in India’s ProAV industry, is known for its innovative range of audio solutions including loudspeakers, subwoofers, line arrays, amplifiers and digital signal processors. The company also offers comprehensive manufacturing, audio system design, installation and support, and has contributed to numerous high-profile projects across the country.

Mr. G. Parthasarathi, managing director of Pope Professional Acoustics comments: “We are delighted to join the Ravenna community. By adopting Ravenna into our product portfolio, we can deliver state-of-the-art audio-over-IP solutions to our customers, giving them the benefits of an open, stan

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30 September 2025

Australia - Over 100 industry leaders, movers, shakers and influencers from Australia and New Zealand attended NIDA – The National Institute of Dramatic Art – in Sydney for an official launch event hosted by LSC: The New Home for Robe in ANZ, which represents Robe lighting sales in these key territories.

LSC Control Systems has appointed Darren McLanders as the Robe sales manager for ANZ, filling out a team that now represents a triumvirate of leading brands – Robe moving lights, LSC power and distribution, and Avolites visual control – with stock immediately available for the Australian and New Zealand markets.

Visitors enjoyed the chance to see and learn more about Robe’s latest technologies in a social and creative atmosphere.

They represented all sectors of the entertainment technology spectrum and included lighting and

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30 September 2025

Belgium - Dry hire company CLUK BV has invested in more than 100 Elation SŌL I Blinders, including accessories, supplied through Elation's exclusive distributor in the country, XLR.

“By choosing Elation as our principal lighting brand and by partnering with XLR as our official distributor, we align ourselves with a portfolio renowned for its exceptional quality, reliability, and global recognition on major tours and productions,” stated Pieter Van de Velde, managing director at CLUK. “XLR strengthens our ability to bring the latest innovations directly to the professionals who rely on us. Together, CLUK and XLR form a strong link in the Elation ecosystem, connecting premium manufacturing with the daily realities of production companies.”

Every SŌL I Blinder will leave the CLUK warehouse in Zulte with its full set of accessories included as

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30 September 2025

UK - Audio-visual production and broadcast specialist Hire Frequencies has been appointed official production partner for Event Buyers Live 2025. Alongside this new partnership, the company has expanded its technical inventory and strengthened its roster of agency collaborations.

Hire Frequencies will support Event Buyers Live 2025 (EBL25), helping deliver the event’s growing reputation as a marketplace for the live events industry. The company also partnered with Identity to provide full production support at a major live event featuring a Red Arrows flypast.

Hire Frequencies recently expanded its portfolio with the Uniview UR Pro 3.9 outdoor LED video wall. The UR Pro offers ultra-lightweight durability, outdoor IP rating, and design potential, making it suitable for immersive brand activations and large-scale outdoor e

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26 September 2025

Germany - d&b group is reorganising its leadership. Effective 1 January 2026, Amnon Harman will step down as chief executive officer after more than 11 years, handing over the role to Jaakko Kaivonen, the current chief revenue officer.

Since 2014, Amnon Harman has been instrumental in shaping d&b’s development. Under his leadership, both revenue and headcount have more than quadrupled, outpacing the market. The company has expanded internationally and strengthened its position as a leading provider of professional audio technologies and solutions.

“It has been a great pleasure, honour, and also a responsibility to help shape d&b over the past 11 years into the leading audio technology company we are today,” says Amnon Harman. “Together with many brilliant minds inside and outside of d&b, we have advanced the company strategica

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26 September 2025

Argentina - Funktion-One has officially launched in Argentina, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the loudspeaker manufacturer in South America. The launch took place at Arena Maipú in Mendoza, with more than 3,000 people gathering to experience Funktion-One’s unmistakable sound, highlighted by a headline performance from international DJ and producer Richie Hawtin.

The event was hosted by key figures from Funktion-One’s global and regional network. Speakers included Andrés Zaina (director, Funktion-One Argentina & Brazil), Joaquín Baeza (CEO, Funktion-One South America), Diego Fernández (head of Pro Show Argentina & operations manager, Funktion-One Argentina), and Andrew Low (sales director, Funktion-One). Together, they underlined the significance of Funktion-One in Argentina.

“We’re very excited,” said Low. “This is

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26 September 2025

South Africa - DWR Distribution has announced the official opening of the Absen Experience Centre, a dedicated showroom showcasing Absen’s LED display solutions. Designed to inspire and inform, the centre presents a range of products and applications for the professional AV market, from corporate and control room environments to retail, immersive experiences, and advertising solutions. The launch event welcomed system integrators and AV professionals for a first-hand look at the technology in action.

Led by DWR’s Debbie Buchanan and her team, the Absen showroom was completed in August 2025 after months of planning. On arrival in the showroom, visitors are greeted by an immersive demonstration space featuring Absen CP1.8 panels across the walls and ceiling, paired with MR2.5 floor LED panels designed to handle heavy loads.

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25 September 2025

Turkey - Martin Audio has appointed Istanbul-based Republik Pro AVL as its new Turkish distributor, with immediate effect.

Set up earlier this year, one of the founders, Kemal ‘Kal’ Yener, said that the aim of Republik was “to bring real, brand-focused distribution back to the Turkish pro-audio market”. He continued: “We work only as a distributor - there is no integration arm - so our partners know we don’t compete with them on projects.”

The company already represents several high-premium pro-audio brands, Martin Audio being the latest addition to an impressive stable, initially driven by Kal Yener’s long relationship with David McKinney from Generation AV in Singapore. “I liked the direction Generation AV was taking with the Focusrite team. At the same time, we had progressive talks with the Martin Audio team, especially Andy Duf

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25 September 2025

The Netherlands - PPDS, together with colleagues at MMD Monitors and Displays, TP Vision, and AOC, have teamed up to conquer the annual Dam tot Damloop – the Netherlands' largest running event – to raise funds for international charity, the Eye Care Foundation for the second consecutive year.

Running as part of TPV Cares – a foundation that brings life-changing help and support to people in more than 200 countries and territories – members from each business unit came together on 21 September, to take part in the 10-mile (16.1km) two-city route, which started in Amsterdam and finished in Zaandam.

Joining approximately 35,000 other enthusiastic runners, the latest TPV Cares charity initiative united colleagues in supporting the Eye Care Foundation, an Amsterdam-based, not-for-profit organisation, in helping to prevent and cure avoidab

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24 September 2025

South Africa - PartyBros, a company founded in 2022 by brothers Emil and Etienne van Heerden, has recently launched its corporate division, EVH Events. Building on their experience in the events industry, EVH focuses on delivering high-end solutions for large-scale and corporate events.

The company has invested in an Absen NT3.9W LED screen consisting of 120 panels, Prolyte trussing for structural support, and ADJ Focus Beam and Focus Flex units from DWR Distribution.

Emil is the older brother, and directly after school, he took a gap year. Then COVID hit. “We went on another gap year together - Etienne’s first and my second - and travelled to Nepal for three months,” says Emil. “When we came back, we considered studying, but everything was online, so we didn’t see the point of studying from home.”

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23 September 2025

UK - Drawing an international audience, PLASA Show 2025 transformed Olympia London’s Grand Hall into a hub of live entertainment technology from 7-9 September. Welcoming over 30 new exhibitors, and with a focus on sustainability, skills and the people behind entertainment technology, this year’s show welcomed a 2.6% increase in overall attendance despite severe train strikes that challenged travel across the capital. 

The surge in international visitors and the record number of students in attendance highlight how the industry continues to broaden its horizons and attract fresh talent, says the show’s organiser.

A growing, international audience

According to PLASA, visitor numbers rose by 14% on the opening day and 5% on day two, with 11.3% of total attendees arriving from overseas, marking a 24% increase on last year

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23 September 2025

UK - Academy Music Group (AMG) has revealed a major investment at its West London venue, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire. These recent improvements are the latest in a continuous programme of upgrades planned by the company to ensure its venues are at the forefront of the industry.

The historic building, which was designed by renowned architect Frank Matcham and opened in 1903, has been entertaining audiences for over 120 years and this summer has undergone a comprehensive technical upgrade, transforming the venue's audio capabilities and updating the venue’s lighting - while preserving the architectural integrity and remaining sensitive to the backdrop of performances and arguably one the most well-known theatres in the UK.

Partnering with Adlib, the installation of a d&b audiotechnik system has been designed to work with and respect the historica

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23 September 2025

UK - The Adam Hall Group is continuing to drive its international availability for partners, customers and interested users. With the new complex in Derby, the event technology provider headquartered in Neu-Anspach, Hesse, is opening its next showroom.

Customers from the UK will have the opportunity to experience the extensive product solutions of the Adam Hall Group brands in detail on site and test them hands-on. The opening ceremony will take place on 30 September 2025, followed by the first open days starting on 2 October.

The new UK Show Space comprises around 100 m2 of exhibition space and is located in Unit 5 of the North Edge Business Park in Derby. The strategically chosen location is centrally located in England, making it easily accessible for all interested parties from the UK.

For event technology service providers, AV integrator

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23 September 2025

Serbia - Inovations, the Belgrade-based production company, has recently taken stock of a number of Dalis Access 863 150W LED cyclorama lights.

Inovations has been successfully engaged in the technical production of events in Serbia for close to 20 years. When looking to upgrade its range of lighting equipment, the team reached out to Light and Sound Design, Robert Juliat’s exclusive distributor for the Balkans region, for recommendations on how to bring its inventory up to date and elevate the visual identity of its events to an even higher level.

After detailed consultations and testing in LSD’s massive showroom, the team decided to invest in 12 units of Robert Juliat Dalis Access 863.

Dalis Access 863 shares all the technology of the original award-winning Dalis 860 cyclorama fixture on a smaller scale, featuring a four-colour mixing s

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23 September 2025

UK - With nominations now open for its Breakthrough Talent Awards 2025, Production Futures has announced the addition of two new categories which highlight the work of the industry itself in supporting and developing emerging talent. Whilst the principal focus of the Awards remains on recognising the achievements of newcomers across the production industries and seeking to inspire future generations, Production Futures CEO Hannah Eakins is keen to shine a spotlight on those companies and organisations who are leading the way by promoting initiatives and pathways for newcomers to the production industries, as she explains:

“The two brand new categories - 'Industry Initiative Supporting Emerging Talent' and 'Organisation Championing Diversity and Inclusion' reflect the importance of welcoming and supporting newcomers to the industry. Put simply, the

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23 September 2025

Financially Fragile - Liverpool City Council is set to extend its culture fund for 12 months amid warnings that local arts organisations are "financially fragile". A report presented by the council to its cabinet states the move will cost £2.25m but declares that not taking action could force cultural organisations to shed jobs, cut programming and even close altogether. The recommendation to extend the Culture and Arts Investment Programme was made last week following consultation with the 29 organisations to receive a share of its funding, including the Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse and 20 Stories High.

Village News - Plans to expand a film and TV production facility have been approved. Culture chiefs hope the work at Northern Studios in Hartlepool and the creation of the Screen Industries Production Village will bols

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22 September 2025

UK - 7thSense has announced the launch of its new sister company, CurtainUp. The project is driven by ‘a team of experts dedicated to delivering exceptional technical project management, tailored software solutions, proof of concept testing, and innovative display system design’.

Founded by pixel technology experts and industry veterans Richard Brown, Matt Barton, and Adam Neale, CurtainUp brings considerable experience in solving complex technical challenges in live entertainment, theme parks, museums, and immersive environments around the globe.

“For over 20 years, 7thSense has helped customers open shows, experiences and attractions on time by providing the highest quality, flexible AV products,” said Richard Brown, co-founder of CurtainUp. “With CurtainUp, we’re expanding on that legacy. We’re giving clients direct access to a dedic

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19 September 2025

USA - 4Wall Entertainment has made a significant investment in Elation’s Paragon series, adding hundreds of Paragon S and Paragon M LED profile luminaires to its rental inventory across multiple US locations.

According to Wes Bailey, CEO at 4Wall, the Paragon’s compact size and host of innovative features were decisive factors. “Paragon S fills a valuable need for us due to its compact size and wide feature set. The fact that it's also IP54 rated made purchasing these an easy decision.”

Bailey also highlights the fixture’s variable CRI engine, multiple front lens choices, and ultra-quiet mode as significant advantages. “Previously, there were few options in this field that had these offerings. You would have to pick and choose what features were important to you and what you were willing to give up. Having these features all in one fixtur

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18 September 2025

South Africa - Linea Research has announced the appointment of Audiosure as its exclusive distribution partner for South Africa. The full range of Linea Research amplifiers and processors is now available from Audiosure and backed by expert support and after-sales service on the ground.

Greg Payne, director at Audiosure, commented: “We’re thrilled to bring Linea Research into the Audiosure family. Their commitment to cutting-edge innovation, reliability, and sonic excellence aligns perfectly with our mission to provide world-class audio solutions to our partners and clients across Southern Africa.”

Linea Research sales & marketing manager, Martin Hildred, confirmed: “Audiosure are an ideal partner for us in South Africa – a knowledgeable and highly professional team with strong market presence and a proven track record. We are confident