On July 14, at the grand opening of the Versatile AI Virtual Film Base and the AI Virtual Film Technology Launch Event in Deqing, the world’s largest monolithic LED virtual production stage was officially unveiled. In a joint venture by Absen and Versatile, this groundbreaking stage features a 270-degree curved LED screen with a diameter of 50 metres and a height of 12 metres. The total floor area of the stage reaches 5,000m², with the LED display covering approximately 1,700 m² – the equivalent to four standard basketball courts. Powered by LED virtual production technology, the recreation of complex, large-scale, and…
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Nureva Inc. has announced that Nancy Knowlton, the company’s president and CEO, has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal. Created to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III, the medal recognises Canadians who have made significant contributions to their country, province or community, or who have achieved distinction abroad that brings credit to Canada. Nancy received the honor at a ceremony hosted by the Canadian Global Affairs Institute (CGAI) on July 15, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta, in recognition of her contributions to the community and country in public policy in business and philanthropy. The Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, the…
Sennheiser has partnered with Lumens Digital Optics Inc. to create a professional conferencing demo space at Lumens’ headquarters in Taiwan. The collaboration highlights the seamless integration of Sennheiser’s TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC 2) with Lumens’ CamConnect Pro voice-tracking camera system – offering a smarter, more engaging conferencing experience. Sennheiser’s TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC 2) integrates seamlessly with Lumens’ CamConnect Pro voice-tracking camera system – offering a smarter, more engaging conferencing experience The installation demonstrates how combining best-in-class audio and video technology can solve real-world AV challenges and deliver unprecedented meeting equity. Designed for effortless operation and simple deployment, the solution…
The value of premium audio in restaurants and bars has never been higher. As well as offering high quality food and drinks menus, discerning restaurateurs are placing great emphasis on the all-round experience of their guests, complementing unique interior designs with sound systems that can support a variety of requirements. In the Dutch city of Maastricht, integrator Verjans AV, specialists in the hospitality sector, recently designed and supplied CODA Audio systems for three city-centre venues. With vast experience of both installation and live event audio, Harald Verjans first encountered CODA Audio in 2013 and has been a fan of the…
Sennheiser’s TeamConnect Ceiling Medium (TCC M) microphones were installed in 34 training and meeting rooms of the new office building of Hannover’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK). Manufactured at the audio specialist’s headquarters in Wedemark near Hannover, 36 TCC Ms were delivered straight from the production plant to facilitate learning and collaboration in IHK Hannover’s new building in the Lower Saxony state capital. Hannover’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) envisioned their new office building to be a centre of exchange and networking. When it came to fitting their 34 meeting and training rooms as well as their plenary…
The 2025 edition of Roskilde Festival marked Meyer Sound’s eighth year as the festival’s Official Sound Partner, and the pairing of PANTHER large-format linear line array loudspeakers and 2100‑LFC low-frequency control elements provided clear and powerful audio at the sold-out festival’s main Orange stage. The system included a grand total of 135 PANTHER loudspeakers and 56 2100-LFC elements, with additional support from 29 1100-LFC and 24 900‑LFC low-frequency control elements, eight LEOPARD M80 compact linear line array loudspeakers, and six ULTRA‑X40 compact point source loudspeakers. “The thing about PANTHER and 2100-LFC is that they were made all along knowing who…
Exertis has signed a strategic distribution agreement with UK owned and operated LED Studio, further expanding its display portfolio with a curated range of high-performance LED technologies. This new alliance reinforces Exertis’ commitment to delivering innovative, energy-efficient visual solutions across the UK and Europe, supporting its growing network of AV and digital signage partners with locally available, premium-grade LED displays. Jamie Brothwell, Managing Director of Exertis Business, commented: “We’re delighted to welcome LED Studio into our portfolio as our LED display partner. Their focus on innovation, energy efficiency, and quality manufacturing align perfectly with our values and ambitions. We’re excited…
Christie Pandoras Box product line acquired by German team Christie Digital Systems Germany GmbH has announced that it has entered into a letter of intent to negotiate a binding agreement for the sale of its Pandoras Box product line, which includes media servers, software, accessories as well as Widget Designer and AirScan, to Daniel Schäfer, one of the founders of coolux, consultant Daniel Kaminski, and long-time user Andre Maier. The transaction will allow the three individuals, who have an extensive understanding of the product line and the market, to continue to grow the award-winning Pandoras Box real-time rendering engine and control system solution. Both…
Kramer has revolutionised teaching and learning at John Abbott College in Quebec, bringing all-new connected capabilities and possibilities to classrooms using a range of advanced AV over IP solutions. In response to a rapidly growing student population and limited campus space, the new dynamic classroom complex, led by Canadian integration partner AVI-SPL in collaboration with Kramer, sets a new benchmark for scalable, flexible and user-friendly learning environments. With a campus area of 1,600 acres, John Abbott College is an English-language public college located in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, near the western tip of the Island of Montreal. Faced with the daunting challenge of…
Perched atop the historic Folketeater Building in Oslo, Byens Tak is a breathtaking event space that offers stunning panoramic views of the cityscape, fjords, and surrounding forests. Once known as Stratos, this twelfth-floor venue has long been a hub for cultural and social gatherings. When Rodeo Architects took over the space, they envisioned a venue that blended modern functionality with its rich historical character. To achieve this, they needed a dynamic audio solution that could deliver pristine sound while preserving the venue’s aesthetic integrity. That’s where Renkus-Heinz came in. Byens Tak is a highly versatile space, hosting everything from corporate…