Brompton Technology has been selected by Universal Pixels (UP), a UK-based award-winning provider of cutting-edge video solutions, to deliver the stunning visuals on Robbie Williams’ BRITPOP Tour 2025. The 14th concert tour by the English singer-songwriter, BRITPOP marks Williams’ long-awaited return to stadiums and major outdoor venues in support of his upcoming 13th studio album. With creative direction by Kim Gavin, the show’s ambitious design features 14 seamlessly integrated LED screens, brought together using Brompton’s trusted LED processing to create a unified visual canvas. “Brompton is tried and tested for us,” comments Matthew Morris, Technical Specialist at Universal Pixels. “We’ve relied on…
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Football and art, though often seemingly worlds apart, share a deep connection – evoking human expression and emotion. Internationally renowned artist Ryan Gander sought to explore how the integration of technology could combine art and football to create a playful exhibition at this year’s Manchester International Festival (MIF). Collaborating with innovative AV technology leader Naostage, Gander was one of six artists to work with football stars – including Manchester United’s Eric Cantona, Lioness Ella Toone and Edgar Davids – to create Football City, Art United, an interactive group exhibition conceived by World Cup and Champions League winner Juan Mata. Using…
Christie continues its long-standing partnership with the British Film Institute for the 69th BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express, where its RGB pure laser projection technology is powering screenings of some of the year’s most anticipated cinematic releases. Taking place from October 8 to 19, the festival is dazzling audiences at its iconic home on London’s South Bank, with the Southbank Centre’s renowned Royal Festival Hall hosting many of the week’s galas and premieres on an impressive 18-metre (59-foot) screen. Christie CP4455-RGB and CP4435-RGB pure laser cinema projectors have been selected for the event. “Christie’s RGB pure laser projectors have become an integral…
In the city of Murcia, 300 miles south-east of its European headquarters in Barcelona, INFiLED helped to transform the historic Artillery Barracks into a cutting-edge AV hub designed to nurture content creation, digital production and esports. The ambitious EU-backed government project was completed in just 60 days and further positions Murcia as destination for digital innovation. The project – delivered by INFiLED in partnership with systems integrator Dominion and AV mounting solutions provider B-Tech – used INFiLED LED screens to help reshape the early 20th-century barracks into the HUB Audiovisual de Murcia, comprising a photography studio and gaming arena, along…
PPDS has supported the internationally acclaimed Beeld & Geluid museum – home to one of the largest media archives in the world – introducing its ‘zero power’ and advanced colour Philips Tableaux ePaper and welcoming a new era of sustainable displays. Located on Media Park in the Dutch city of Hilversum – a 30 minute drive from central Amsterdam – the spectacular Beeld & Geluid museum – also known as the Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision – is one of the country’s most recognisable buildings, with a unique, colourful façade of 2,244 rotatable glass panels that are matched only by the institution’s awe…
Mumbai, India’s most populous city and financial capital, is currently undergoing significant redevelopment. In Bhendi Bazaar in particular, the expansive Saifee Burhani Upliftment Project is transforming the area into a modern and vibrant metropolis, improving quality of life for residents. A significant part of the ongoing project has been the renovation of the area’s cherished Saifee Masjid. Originally built in the early 20th century, the Masjid soon became the community’s primary place of worship. After almost 100 years of service, the building underwent significant reconstruction before reopening in September 2023. The updated structure blends architectural heritage with innovation, along with a state-of-the-art audio-visual…
Originally constructed in the 16th century as a fortress to protect Cork Harbour, Blackrock Castle has undergone numerous transformations. Destroyed by fire in the 19th century, it was rebuilt for the city before entering private hands and becoming variously, a private residence, offices, rowing club HQ and a restaurant. Reacquired by Cork Corporation in 2001, the building was renovated and repurposed as an observatory and museum under a joint venture between the City Council, Cork Institute of Technology, and a private benefactor. Since opening in 2007 as a centre for scientific research, outreach and communication, the observatory, which houses an…
Carnival Cruise Line has adopted AV Stumpfl’s PIXERA media server platform to power visual content in its on-board entertainment spaces. Four of Carnival’s 29-strong fleet of cruise ships are currently using PIXERA, with more scheduled to come online in the coming months as part of a broader strategy to upgrade and future-proof the cruise line’s video and show-control infrastructure. “We discovered PIXERA is the ideal solution to meet our needs,” explains Grant Kruger, entertainment technical fleet supervisor – lighting for Carnival Cruise Line. “It delivers high-performance video playback, ensuring a consistent and polished show experience that can be reliably repeated…
PPDS has supported the internationally acclaimed Beeld & Geluid museum – home to one of the largest media archives in the world – introducing its ‘zero power’ and advanced colour Philips Tableaux ePaper and welcoming a new era of sustainable displays. Located on Media Park in the Dutch city of Hilversum – a 30 minute drive from central Amsterdam – the spectacular Beeld & Geluid museum – also known as the Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision – is one of the country’s most recognisable buildings, with a unique, colourful façade of 2,244 rotatable glass panels that are matched only by the institution’s awe…
With the election of the Labour government, the perennial problem of tinkering with the education system as a political priority has started in earnest. Of the major issues facing the recently reconfigured DES, are the questions of limited budget for investment in new and replacement edtech; the integration of AI into pedagogy; and the increased emphasis on sustainability. But choices still have to be made. Here are our thoughts Education is expensive. In 2025, the UK government allocated approximately £63.7 billion to state-funded schools in England for pupils aged 5 to 16. This represents a significant increase compared to previous…