QSC has announced GSL Professional will begin distributing QSC Systems and Live Sound portfolios in the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) region, including Iraq, beginning 1 July 2019. “As QSC continues to expand the Q-SYS Ecosystem and Live Sound portfolio and focus on specific vertical markets, we look forward to working with GSL Professional to provide new and existing customers the service and support needed in order to accelerate growth in the region,” said Ron Marchant, Senior Director Sales Management, QSC EMEASA. “We want to thank our existing distribution partners SGTC Professional (Systems) and PAXT Ltd (Live Sound) for helping establish…
Author: Stewart Hume
Qasr Al Hosn is the oldest and most significant heritage site in Abu Dhabi. It is the first structure to have been built in the capital and after more than 11 years of restoration, the site has now reopened its doors as a museum to the public, showcasing the development from a community reliant on fishing and pearling to the modern Abu Dhabi we see today. Creative Technology Middle East (CTME) was on hand to deliver 9,750sqm of projection for the historical event on behalf of our client People. The Qasr Al Hosn Inauguration was opened by Sheikh Mohammed bin…
Comic-Con Africa, a three-day event showcasing comic books, science fiction/fantasy related film and television, as well as similar popular arts, was hosted for the very first time in South Africa at the Kyalami International Convention Centre in Midrand, Johannesburg. MGG was appointed as the main technical supplier for the sold-out event, enjoyed by over 45,000 superheroes, villains and sidekicks. Geeks, gamers and superheroes were spoilt for choice with an enormous exhibition area (just ask any of the visitors what their step count was for the day), and were enthralled by gaming panel discussions, cosplay contests and a chance to rub…
It’s difficult not to feel emotional when visiting the streets of Nigeria. Often known as the ‘Giant of Africa’ due to its large population and economy, Nigeria has an estimated 197 million inhabitants, many of whom have a hunger and passion for knowledge not often seen elsewhere in the world. With this in mind, South African based DWR Distribution recently took hands with Livespot Productions to present a two-day lighting workshop, hosted free of charge in Ikeja, GRA in Lagos. The DWR team included Jannie de Jager and Michael Taylor-Broderick who presented the training, along with Duncan Riley, Kyle Robson…
Ultra Events is a premium technical supply and production company based in Cape Town, South Africa, owned and run by Costa Champanis, the latest in several rental companies in the region to invest in Robe’s hugely popular MegaPointe multi-functional luminaire. Ultra took delivery of four units initially with the rest to follow soon. The company started commercial life as Ultra Sound, specialising in professional audio for assorted events markets. Natural expansion led it to look at supplying full technical packages and design as needed to clients, so investments followed in lighting, video, staging and structures and sets, and with this,…
E2 Dubai South recently introduced a 3D Virtual Tour of a spacious events venue at e2-dubaisouth.ae setting up a fresh and contemporary trend in Dubai’s events industry. The tour displays a 360-degree view of the modern centre’s interior and enables users with an exciting virtual experience. The top-notch 3D graphics transport remote spectators straight into the venue with real-time and interactive settings. The users can navigate through the exhibition, concert and conference setups to enjoy viewing around. At the same time, they can easily walk into an empty venue with the highlighted facility points and take a closer look at it. It also allows event organisers to…
Matrix Laser was honoured to have the opportunity to participate again in the UAE National Day celebrations. At the Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi, the company installed and projected lasers from the building. This year was truly special as it marked the 10th year in a row Matrix had been involved with the event, as well as it being the year the UAE celebrated The Year of Zayed in honour of the life of the Founder of the UAE. Additionally, Matrix supported the two-day, much anticipated Emirates Palace fireworks display with a synchronised laser show. In true Emirates Palace fashion, the…
Dubai-based audio specialist Delta Sound is currently hosting Atoussa Zamani and Ismat Assafiri in their Sound Engineer intern programme, which facilitates engagement by Delta’s highly experienced team of experts and sharing of valuable industry knowledge during the UAE’s busy event season. “We believe you should not only love what you do, but do it to the highest possible standard, and the principal way that you achieve that is to learn from the best in the business,” said Delta Sound MD Andy Jackson. “This is such an important gate-way to a competitive industry and if we can identify ardent students who…
Following a highly competitive tender process, specialist event and hospitality caterer GIG, part of the Global Infusion Group, has been awarded the Hospitality Services contract for the UK Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. The Pavilion will be the centrepiece of the UK’s presence at the Expo 2020 Dubai – highlighting leading British expertise in artificial intelligence and the space sector. Produced by the London and Dubai based global brand experience agency Avantgarde, the UK Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai has been designed by award-winning British artist Es Devlin OBE. The Department for International Trade will lead the UK government’s presence…
Technical event production specialists, eclipse has added a complement of MA Lighting grandMA3 consoles to its extensive inventory to strengthen its services and offering to customers. With smoother key strokes, minimal button pushes and an improved hardware layout, the consoles provide exciting, almost limitless playback possibilities, and are ideal for a live music environment. “This is the newest in control technology on the market,” stated Craig Ralph, Head of Lighting at eclipse Staging Services. “eclipse has always endeavoured to remain at the cutting edge of the industry’s technology, ensuring the latest innovations have been incorporated into our shows, not just…
Dubai-based consultancy Gallowglass Health and Safety (GGH&S) has dissolved its collaboration with live events services company, Fruition Events, in order to expand on an independent business. The 2 businesses joined forces in 2017 to form a combined offering to meet the demand for events Health and Safety provision within the GCC region. After a year of consulting on a series of large-scale events, GGH&S is now ready to continue as a stand-alone entity. GGH&S Managing Partner, Steve Kearney said: “Over the last 12 months we’ve worked for leading agencies including Jack Morton Worldwide, 45 Degrees and DAS Event – on…
Protec, one of the Middle East’s leading rental and technical production specialists, has made a substantial investment in Robe moving lights with the purchase of almost 150 fixtures – 96 x Pointes and 48 x Spikies… which have been delivered via Robe’s subsidiary in the region, Robe Middle East Trading LLC. “We’ve noticed Robe becoming increasingly popular on touring riders,” commented Protec’s Head of Lighting, Aaron Russ. “This underlined the decision to purchase. With the event season kicking-off, the time was perfect!” Robe Middle East’s Elie Battah stated: “Obviously we are delighted with Protec making this major commitment to our…
