Following INFiLED’s enhanced presence in the Middle East, the company recently opened a brand-new office and showroom in Dubai. “The office is not only a working space for our fast-growing team but also an opportunity to be closer to the market,” said Samer Otaibi, Middle East Business Development Manager. “We are proud and delighted to have a local office to invite customers and show them our latest products for fixed and rental installations.” The new facility is located on Al Bourouj Street in Knowledge Village – Office Park Building, Block C, Office 307. “The team is growing, and I am…
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To celebrate two decades of the famed live events awards evening, TPi has produced a series of talks with some of the biggest names in the industry. With all speakers voted for by our loyal readers, the panels are now live, free to view exclusively on ISE Online. A full list of the talks is below: STORMZY’S GLASTONBURY PERFORMANCE The key crew behind our readers’ selection of the ‘Production of All Time’ look back on this iconic show. Featuring: Tour Director Trevor Williams Show Designer Misty Buckley Creative Directors Bronski and Amber Rimell Production Manager Joel Stanley Lighting Designer Tim…
Neumann&Muller (N&M) Middle East has appointed Michael Walker as Head of Marketing & Business Development. “We are excited to welcome Mike to the N&M family and are confident that he will be an integral part of our company and vision,” a company spokesperson commented. “His extensive experience in the industry will be instrumental in our expansion efforts and all of us are looking forward to his leadership and collaborations in accomplishment of overall results.” Walker added: “I am tremendously excited to join N&M in this time of growth and expansion to work with their talented team driving the company’s ambitious…
Pixel Artworks recently specified a TiMax SoundHub spatial audio server for a new high-profile audiovisual experience greeting visitors arriving into Dubai International airport. Raven AV’s Dan Roncoroni handled the audio aspects of the installation, following an earlier preparatory visit to site by Out Board’s Robin Whittaker. The solution hinged around a 32-channel TiMax SoundHub delivering a multilinear soundscape via Dante to 16 EM Acoustics EMS-51s, which were secured to haloes of flexible LED display panels fixed around four of the airport’s marble pillars. With the airport’s highly reflective environment and characteristically high level of background noise providing a challenging environment,…
Kraftwerk Living Technologies (KLT) has opened its first Middle East office, with UAE-based Stuart Taylor taking on the role of Managing Director for the region. Located in Concord Tower, Dubai Media City, the new premises are the company’s fifth global office worldwide. The company has also opened a warehouse for operations in the Saeed Al Maktoum Complex at the Jebel Ali Industrial Area First. The opening was followed by a membership of MENALAC, the Middle East association for the amusement and attractions industry. “We believe in the Middle East’s growing entertainment and culture markets and opening an office in Dubai…
Shure has unveiled its brand-new portable receiver, the Axient Digital ADX5D. The new technology was showcased to VIPs, customers, and partners at a private event held at Dubai’s Renaissance Downton Hotel, with international viewers tuning in over Zoom. “We designed the ADX5D Portable Receiver to incorporate the same innovative wireless technology that Axient Digital is known for, all in a portable form factor for professionals in the field or on-the-go,” said Nick Wood, Senior Wireless Category Director at Shure. “We took the time to ensure this new addition to the Axient Digital family exceeds the rigours of everyday use and…
Venuetech has supplied Audac audio systems and Leyard video solutions across five GymNation locations. With the sites ranging from 25,000 sq ft to 50,000 sq ft, the acoustics and layouts of the various spaces made for a challenging project. The Venuetech team deployed an Audac distribution system of Ateo 6 and AlTI 4 loudspeakers in the shared areas, with PX112 and 110 high-powered boxes for the training rooms and instructor-led exercises. The loudspeakers were supported by a back end of Audac’s mixer matrices and Wavedynamic amplifiers, which enabled a range of controls, from paging to zone switching and sound reinforcement.…
Dubai-based Levels Audio Visual has become the latest company to join the L-Acoustics Certified Provider install (CPi) network. “Over the years, we have built a reputation as one of the leading providers of AV solutions for these industries, largely stemming from our strong personal passion for music and live entertainment,” commented Managing Partner, Hassan Alwan. “This passion has and continues to drive us to be the best in all disciplines and capabilities.” The company’s portfolio of clients and projects includes the likes of Amazonico, Berklee College of Music, Boiler Room, Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE, Cove Beach, Industrial Avenue, Le Petite…
Barco has appointed NMK Electronics, a Midwich Group company, to distribute its ClickShare product range in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and Iraq. “With our aim of distributing leading AV & IT brands, Barco is a new and important addition to the family as it enhances our existing brand portfolio of unified communication & collaboration,” commented Alex Kemanes, Managing Director at NMK Electronics. The agreement completes NMK’s unified communication and collaboration division alongside Bose and Shure; NMK plans to promote ClickShare in the government, enterprise, corporate and education sectors. NMK plans to tap into the channel business…
Sennheiser Middle East’s Director of Sales & Marketing reflects on how the company has handled the pandemic, gives his prognosis for the live events industry in the region, and announces an exciting new product series set to transform the wireless microphone market. https://issuu.com/mondiale/docs/tpmea30_digitallr/6 www.sennheiser.com
First held in 1996, the Dubai World Cup is a UAE institution. With 2021 being the 25th anniversary of the famous horseracing event, organisers Dubai Racing Club wanted a truly remarkable show to mark the illustrious milestone. The company that was chosen to step up to the challenge was HQ Worldwide Shows (HQWS) – winning the tender with a pitch for an aerial spectacular, complete with aerobatics, pyrotechnic drones, fireworks and a Guinness World Record-breaking laser show. However, just three days before the event, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Minister of Finance and Deputy Ruler of…
From star-studded concerts and elite sporting events, to innovative green initiatives and even new megacities, the Saudi Vision 2030 has achieved a huge amount since it was launched five years ago. Part of this ambitious vision for the future is Riyadh Art, which was launched by King Salman in 2019. Comprising more than 1,000 public art installations and supported by 10 programmes and two annual festivals, the initiative is the first of its kind in the Kingdom, with the aim of transforming Riyadh into an open-air gallery. One of the two festivals is Noor Riyadh – a citywide celebration of…
