South Africa has moved to Level 1 of the risk reduction strategy implemented to slow the spread of COVID-19. The new restrictions allow up to 500 people for outdoor gatherings, a maximum of 250 people for indoor gatherings and a maximum of 100 people for funerals, while the existing restrictions on sporting events remain in place. The news has been met with mixed emotions. For six months, the live events and technical production industry has been unable to work due to the ban on gatherings made on 15 March. Movements such as #LightSAred and the #Flightcasemovement have organically grown to represent, to government, thousands…
Author: Peter Iantorno
Dubai-based production company 3DB has launched its own podcast. Entitled That 3DB Podcast, the series sees the 3DB team invite various key members of the region’s event industry for an informal discussion on issues facing the sector today. Hosted by 3DB Managing Director, Eddie Mulrainey and Director of Marketing and Events, Adam Griffiths, the first episode features Gallowglass Health and Safety’s Managing Partner, Steve Kearney, and Senior Health and Safety Advisor, Declan Meenan. Reflecting on the company’s involvement in the recent UFC Fight Island event in Abu Dhabi, Kearney and Meenan share their valuable insights on the state of the industry…
NMK Electronics has become the new GCC distributor for Ampetronic induction loop systems. With Williams AV recently becoming the US distributor for Ampetronic, and Williams AV already enjoying an existing relationship with NMK, this has opened the door for NMK to bring Ampetronic hearing loop technology into its portfolio. NMK has great expectations for the new relationship, as hearing loop solutions are gradually becoming more and more prolific throughout the region. “We’ve been watching Ampetronic actively engaged in growing their business in the market and in the region for more than 10 years now and were delighted to hear of…
For the 2020 Israeli edition of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, broadcast on Channel 12, Lighting Designer Ofer Jacobi was asked by producers July August Production to light the show again, 20 years after the last time he’d done so, which was the first roll out in Israel. Ofer was absolutely delighted to be working again after the coronavirus pandemic has all but shut down the entertainment and production industry worldwide. This time, he specified a Robe moving light rig and worked closely with set designer Oren Hanan and show director Amir Ukrainitz at Mizmor Petah Tikva Studios about…
The latest product releases and insights from around the world. ADJ The Encore Profile Pro WW features a potent 260W warm white LED light source with a colour temperature of 3200K. It generates an even field of light, with no hot spot, and boasts a high CRI in excess of 97. When used with a 26° lens, it measures a total light output of 10,000 lumens, while the LED engine has an average lifespan of 50,000 hours. The Encore Profile Pro Color utilises a 250W 6-in-1 RGBWAL LED engine, which also boasts a 50,000-hour average operational life. Through independent dimming…
At a time when the events industry is struggling globally, launching a brand-new entertainment agency might not be the most obvious of moves. However, despite current circumstances, Founder and CEO, Tyler Davis Smith firmly believes that now is the ideal time to launch his new venture, Energie Entertainment. “I had lots of events cancelled and have felt the financial and emotional burden of this. My diary was fully booked with events in Dubai, Saudi Arabia and the UK, and I’d been fortunate to be incredibly busy last year. Then it all came to a grinding halt,” he shared with TPMEA,…
PSAV, parent company of Dubai-based eclipse, has named Ben Erwin as Chief Executive Officer. Maintaining his current title as President, Erwin will now be responsible for driving the strategic direction of the company and overseeing the execution of its business plan. Erwin succeeds Mike Mcllwain, who has served as CEO since 2011. “I am honoured to assume the role of CEO during this pivotal time,” Erwin said. “We are focused on positioning PSAV for a return to growth and long-term success as we continue to provide creative solutions to our customers and venue partners.” Erwin continued: “On behalf of the…
AMAC Group has been appointed to represent GSARC in the GCC. “A new and exciting step for AMAC is underway, as we have recently signed on a regional distribution agreement with GSARC – the rising star in architectural lighting solutions globally,” said Abdul Assafiri, General Manager of AMAC Group. “We are looking forward to a long-term relationship and step forward into offering new and out-of-the-box lighting solutions,” he added. GSARC offers a unique range of lighting fixtures to fit the needs of small to large scale projects, from Dot series, to Flood series, to Linear fixtures, the company has the…
The South African entertainment industry unified en mass for its 5 August #LightSARed ‘Code Red’ activation – to highlight the critical state of the live entertainment industry and its support infrastructure, which has had no work, no cashflow and no meaningful government support for five months since mass gatherings were banned on 15 March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Over 500 buildings, structures, monuments, venues, spaces and places all over the country were lit, including the side of Cape Town’s most famous natural landmark, Table Mountain. Robe moving lights were used on many of the installations, and the various action was coordinated…
With the introduction of Shure’s Axient Digital AD3 Plug-On Transmitter, audio professionals can transform any XLR microphone into an Axient Digital wireless microphone, delivering impeccable audio quality and RF performance, wide-tuning, and encryption features. For high-tier broadcast, film, and TV applications that require a flexible connection to a wired microphone, the new AD3 Plug-On Transmitter makes it possible – complete with a plug-on design, high-performance radio, and spectral efficiency. Ideal for sideline reporting, street interviews, and press conferences, the AD3 seamlessly transforms a wired source into an advanced, Axient Digital wireless source. Additionally, it can easily connect to a shotgun…
The SLX-D Digital Wireless System is the newest addition to the Shure digital wireless portfolio. The new offering is the digital replacement of the company’s popular SLX system, complete with new mechanical designs, exceptional audio quality, more reliable RF performance, streamlined setup, and more. The multi-faceted SLX-D Digital Wireless System provides end users with greater channel count than SLX, smart rechargeable options, and simplified ease-of-use for moments that matter most – in the classroom, Houses of Worship, corporate facilities, the hospitality sector, local governments, and more. The new system is offered in single and dual channel options. Transmitters run on…
CTME now has a fully established Integrated Networks team, who are on hand to deliver specialist event communications across a wide range of projects. The department, which is headed up by Rob Turner, has some of the Middle East’s well known and respected Integrated Network professionals. Turner has been working alongside Middle East Managing Director, Andy Reardon to develop this new division strategically. “It was important we had the right people to set up and run this new division, and I am pleased to announce we now have a team of highly experienced and established Integrated Network professionals,” Reardon explained.…
