Pro 2025

FOREWORD

The adaptive nature of media, on-

statistics, another potential form continues

demand access, flexibility and the ‘second

to spread its influence – AI. An all-too-familiar

screen’ – with all of that and more, the

tool today, its limitless power dominates

new viewer evidently has more power

the frontlines, spearheading efficiency,

to yield. While interests lie across a

reducing costs and driving investment in

slew of content in the form of video,

the sector. The future of entertainment

sport, social, gaming and now the rising

looks promising as AI unleashes a

popularity of podcasts, no single media

force that is perhaps inexhaustible.

form commands the viewer’s complete

Each year when we ponder and deliberate

focus and attention. And platforms vie

MENA’s increasingly fragmented but

for a share of the entertainment hours.

potentially viable space, it is when we bring

As technology skirts the MENA media and

out another edition of our regular fixture, the

entertainment industry, stakeholders are

PRO book. This time around, an elite raft of

faced with newer revenue opportunities.

companies are featured, and as always, they

User penetration surges ahead with

span a gamut of names that are core to the

the proliferation of smart devices

entire broadcast spectrum. Manufacturers

and an eager young population that’s

and satellite operators, consultants and

shifting to vertical viewing. They want

distributors, systems integrators and service

content ‘to grab’ and in ‘brief bursts’.

providers and others who are invisibly banded

All these present challenges as well as

together to make up all the entertainment

prospects for platforms and advertisers

that goes on behind the screens, and is

and other media formats employed to

relayed to us anytime and anywhere, and

elevate scale and expand reach. Reports

across multiple media formats – those that

suggest that the market value of the media

literally enrich the experience….read on.

and entertainment industry in the MENA, which was valued at 15.7 billion dollars in 2022 is expected to increase to 22 billion dollars by 2027. The region shows consistent development across all forms of digital media, and video shows above average growth. As the industry moves

Vijaya Cherian

ahead guided by trends and figures and

Managing Director and Editor

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CONTENTS

CONTENTS

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Contents INTRODUCTION 06

MENA Media: A growing industry set for a step-change in growth?

CONSULTANT 16

Master Media

DISTRIBUTOR 20

BS Broadcast Trading FZE

MANUFACTURER

MANUFACTURER 44

Panasonic Marketing Middle East and Africa FZE

46

Pebble

48

RCS

50

Riedel Communications

52

Ross Video EMEA

54

Shenzhen AOTO Electronics Co., Ltd.

OTT 58

Comcast Technology Solutions

60

Viaccess-Orca

SATELLITE Es’hailSat, Qatar Satellite Company

24

Backlight

26

Broadpeak

28

Cleeng FZ LLC

30

Cobalt Digital Inc.

SERVICE PROVIDER

32

Deltatre

68

Amagi

34

FOR-A Company Limited

70

iKOMG

36

Fujifilm Middle East FZE

38

Guntermann & Drunck GmbH (G&D)

40

Lawo

SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR

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M&I Broadcast Services

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Assendive Communications

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INTRODUCTION

MENA Media: A growing industry set for a step-change in growth?

As I sat down to write this introduction

Our region continues to show

to the PROBook, I wondered whether

above average growth across

I could write it without mentioning

digital media. Video, audio, gaming,

the ‘A’ word. Perhaps I could write

publishing and advertising are all

about the expected overall growth

growing in their digital incarnations.

in the media sector, driven by the

Governments in the GCC continue

same trend of the shift to digital off

to invest in infrastructure, talent and

the back of expanding mobile and

content. The future looks bright,

broadband penetration. Or maybe

and the story is there to tell.

I could write about the expanding

But alas, it looms large in our psyche

cinema sector, driven by the growth

– the ‘A’ word. Whether it’s Google’s

in the Saudi market. What about

CEO, Sundar Pichai saying AI 27 times

the story of how Arabic video and

in a 15-minute keynote, the ubiquitous

regional platforms have held their

‘THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING’ LinkedIn

ground in the face of global SVOD

posts or the near daily warnings of

players. Gaming is certainly interesting,

the impending arrival of Artificial

with not only casual mobile gaming

General Intelligence (AGI), you would

continuing to grow, but significant

be forgiven for thinking that by the

regional investments in e-sports

end of this year, AI, and in particular

punching above our regional weight.

its Generative flavour (GenAI), would

Or, how about the steady rise of

have become the master of the

audio streaming and live music?

human race, rendering us mere

All worthy topics.

servants to its almighty presence.

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Why bother with the media industry

internet; or seeing the Netscape

saving $70k on special effects for a

when we are all going to become

browser in 1994 and being expected

documentary that cost less than a

slaves to AI within 12 months?

to foresee social media’s proliferation.

million to make. That’s not trivial. And

We are in very early days, albeit

it is with the tools available today. If the

researcher and scientist called

moving at a rapid pace. So rapid in

hundreds of billions of dollars being

Roy Amara coined his eponymous

fact, that in the two months between

poured into GenAI around the world

law. Amara’s Law states humans

submitting this draft and you being

yield the expected results, the tools of

overestimate technology’s impact in

able to read it, there may have been

tomorrow will be much more capable.

the short term and underestimate it

yet another new milestone in GenAI

in the long term. With that perspective

performance, and LinkedIn will be

for the potential of this technology,

in mind, consider that the GenAI tools

changing everything all over again.

let’s take a tour of the MENA media

In 1973, a rather prescient

And so armed with this appreciation

we see today are the equivalent of

Yet the impact of GenAI is palpable

sector to understand its growth

seeing the first cell phone in 1973

today. Sipping coffee with a well-known

prospects and how GenAI may

and being expected to predict mobile

film maker, he casually mentioned

boost its growth trajectory.

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Figure 1: MENA Media and Entertainment Market (USD Millions) 20,000

15,000

13,828

14,604

15,381

16,136

16,876

17,594

18,344

12,443 10,000

10,814

5,000

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

2026

2027

2028

Overall MENA Media Sector

for the first time by 2028, as

ad dollars. We play games, but we

The story of the overall MENA media

opposed to the 49% of consumer

don’t keep the in-game revenue.

sector is one of growth, fuelled by

spending on games, magazines,

mobile and broadband penetration

recorded music and the like.

and a young digitally savvy population.

It all sounds so rosy I hear you say.

Before you throw away this book in despair, hold on. There is hope. We have young and adaptable talent. We

According to Strategy&’s annual Global

Why then isn’t everyone putting on

have, in some markets, governments

Entertainment and Media Outlook,

their party hats and celebrating all the

that want to enable the private sector.

the MENA media sector’s revenues

way to the bank? Because underlying

We have a culture rich in storytelling,

are dominated by digital, which is

all this growth is a fundamentally sub-

a history of leapfrogging, such as from

expected to account for 74% of total

scale sector that struggles to make

terrestrial to satellite, and from fixed-

revenues by 2028. This should not be a

ends meet. Much of the investment

voice networks to mobile broadband.

surprise to anyone reading this book.

in the sector is government-led

This is where GenAI can be the step-

Some, however, may be surprised to

rather than private-sector-led. Our

change we are looking for. The tool

know that our region is digitising faster

advertising market should be much

that empowers our creators to think

from a revenue perspective, than the

larger. Our export potential is yet

big, reduces the operating costs of

rest of the world’s 68% average.

to be realised. We don’t have as

our media companies, and enables

many large financially robust media

more quality and quantity of Arabic

development is also an uneven story.

The MENA media sector’s

companies as we should. (Go ahead

content to be created. And while I am

While the term ‘MENA’ implies activity

and count them. You will have change

on a roll, let’s dream of becoming a

across more than 20 countries, Saudi

from 10 fingers.) We don’t make as

significant exporter of content too.

Arabia and the UAE account for more

many films as we should, and the ones

than half of the overall revenues.

we have aren’t as big budget as they

channel is playing in the background

Yet this does not preclude the cross-

should be. We don’t produce as much

on my CTV. So far 80% of the ads have

border movement of talent. Nor

music as we should. We don’t make

been for washing-up liquid or skin

does it contradict the presence of

as many games as we should. Our

cream. Either targeting is still waiting

strong regional production centres

newspapers haven’t bitten the digital

for Godot, or I’m being punished

serving the larger markets.

transformation bullet as hard as they

for opting out of something many

The MENA media sector is

should. We excel at consumption,

moons ago. Anyway, I digress.)

also shifting towards advertising

yet we lag in content creation. We

Let’s break down the sectors one by

generating 51% of its total revenues

consume ads, but we don’t keep the

one, starting with my favourite: video.

(While writing this, a YouTube music

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Figure 2: Video Sub-Segment Revenue Share

MENA Gaming Sector The gaming sector follows a similarly positive trajectory, growing at 4.4% annually. Mobile gaming leads the way, with casual gaming

43.1%

dominating due to accessibility and social interactivity. E-sports,

45.9%

TV

39.9%

though small, is expanding rapidly, driven by investments in Saudi

OTT

Arabia, which is positioning itself

Cinema

as the global e-sports hub.

GenAI stands to further accelerate this growth by reducing the barriers

38.4%

to entry in game development through faster development 15.7% 2024

times, the ability to create more

16.9%

sophisticated worlds and characters through procedural content

2028

generation, real-time voice synthesis, MENA Video Sector

ideas to make it to commissioners.

and GenAI-powered animation. By

The top-line view of video is positive.

Dubbing will become smarter,

automating tasks such as level design,

Streaming revenue is growing at nearly

potentially increasing the appeal of

character development and dialogue

seven percent, outpacing traditional

our content for other markets. On the

generation, GenAI allows the region’s

TV (by the way, if you have figured out

operations side, it may lower costs for

smaller indie studios to compete

the naming nomenclature for video,

marketing, rights management and

with larger international players.

drop me a line. ‘Traditional’ used to

promos, thus improving financials.

These advancements promise a more

mean linear, but now we have linear on

It can also improve understanding

vibrant gaming ecosystem, boosting

streaming). Cinema is growing at nearly

of audiences through analytics.

local game development and making

eight percent, although both figures are skewed by the Saudi market which represents half of video revenues.

Figure 3: Gaming Sub-Segment Revenue Share 0.3%

AVOD is growing at double the rate of SVOD, which is expected given the disparity in ability to pay. Some regional streamers have held their ground

3.2% 0.1% 3.6%

against global competitors, who have

Esports

been not invested as much in Arabic originals as originally anticipated.

So how can GenAI improve MENA

66.7% 61.4%

Social Gaming

video? On the creative side, it may

PC Video Games

scale up production capability. Our

Console Gaming

films and series will have more sophisticated visuals and effects for

27.6%

23.3%

less imported talent. Development

7.4%

6.5%

costs should decrease, allowing more

2024

2028

a fraction of today’s cost. We may

Games Advertising

need less costly infrastructure and

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Figure 4: Audio Sub-Segment Revenue Share

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international counterparts in

2.4%

their digital transformation.

While the will to transform

4.4%

must come from the publishers themselves, GenAI offers the means

30.1%

to dramatically reduce operating

0.6% 34.5%

costs through automating much

Others

14.1%

of the mundane work that does

Live Music

0.6% 14.5%

not contribute to differentiating

Podcast

one publisher’s content from

Radio

another’s. With that, journalists can focus on deeper investigative

Digital Recorded

52.9%

reporting and more interesting stories. Reporters who can build

46.0%

connections with their audiences will elevate their profile and attract more readership. Publishers in the

2024

meantime, can use the operating

2028

savings to diversify across the blurred local narratives easier to integrate

MENA Publishing Sector

into more higher quality games.

It is no secret that publishing is in

lines of print, video and audio.

decline in the MENA and around the

MENA Advertising

MENA Audio Sector

world. Growth in digital revenues

While advertising revenues are set

The audio sector, encompassing

has not offset the lost circulation

to grow, the business of making,

music streaming, live music and

and advertising revenues for

buying and selling advertising

radio, is growing. As expected,

most publishers. In the region,

continues to undergo multiple

music streaming accounts for most

newspapers and magazines have

pressures to consolidate, streamline

of the growth. Streaming in MENA

been generally slower than their

and survive on thinner margins.

is growing much faster than the global average, primarily due to our relatively smaller base. Live music

Figure 5: Publishing Sub-Segment Revenue Share

continues to be a stalwart for Arab singers to generate revenues.

GenAI in audio is not a straightforward topic. Technically, it is already capable of creating new music from deceased or contemporary artists. It is also capable of creating

23.7% 2.1% 3.5% 3.8% 9.5%

26.3% Print Consumer Books 2.8% 4.2% 3.6% 10.6%

virtual music artists and podcast GenAI avatars. While GenAI could quality audio content and significantly

Newspaper Advertising 57.4%

52.5%

increase the number of Arabic songs produced at a fraction of the cost, questions around authenticity and artist rights will be paramount.

Magazine Advertising Magazine Circulation

hosts that can be visualised through greatly democratise access to high-

Ebooks

2024

2028

Newspaper Circulation

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Figure 6: Advertising Sub-Segment Revenue Share

industry and it is an admittedly optimistic scenario. Many things may not go according to plan.

The financial vulnerability of the sector may not withstand the

44.6%

type of transformation that is needed. There will be implications Paid Search

44.2%

53.0%

on jobs, skills and funding.

Yet, our current situation is one

Other Display

where our healthy top-line revenue

Classified

growth is not translating into a robust

53.1%

financially viable ecosystem of media companies. We should be creating and monetising globally competitive content for and beyond the region.

2.8%

2.2%

2024

2028

Business-as-usual is not an option.

Optimism is a necessary mindset.

This potentially disruptive force of GenAI may be an opportunity

GenAI may help in lowering

local creative agencies gain an upper

for another one of the region’s

production costs, allow for more

hand over international agencies with

leapfrogging moments. We have

version testing and improve analytics.

higher cost structures? Or will those

investment capital, young adaptable

However, it may also commoditise

agencies adapt to leaner operating

digitally savvy talent and we have rich

much of the work carried out by

models themselves. Time will tell.

stories to tell. This is our moment,

agencies and media buyers and

should we choose to take it.

further increase the dominance of the

The Way Forward

global ‘big tech’ companies in digital

I realise I have painted one scenario

This article is authored by

advertising. Will leaner independent

of the future of the MENA media

Karim Sarkis, Partner, Strategy&

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CABSAT 2025 redefines the boundaries of media and content production offering a dynamic platform for stakeholders to collaborate, share insights and explore emerging technologies that will drive transformation in the media and entertainment industry.

The Content Congress has

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Consultant Master Media

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CONSULTANT

master media

Quality support for the broadcast media industry Master Media was founded in

Business and Commercial Planning

2012 by Hasan R. Sayed Hasan, an

For new projects or expansions to

award-winning executive with more

existing operations, Master Media offers:

than three decades of extensive

Feasibility Studies and Business

experience in the media production

Plan Development

and broadcasting industry.

Capex and Opex Budgeting Commercial Modelling and

Master Media’s team has been

Revenue Forecasting

at the forefront of setting up, managing and consulting for leading regional public and private media

Procurement Strategies,

organisations. These include TV and

Recommendations and Management

radio networks, media production

Requirements and

and broadcasting facilities, as

Specifications Development

well as the implementation of the latest and upcoming technologies, operational workflows and design.

RFP/ Tender Process Management Hasan R. Sayed Hasan, Managing Director, Master Media.

Contract Review and Supplier Management

Wide Range of Services

studies and business planning for

At the intersection of business,

setting up a broadcasting network,

technology and operations, Master

media production or broadcasting

Technology Solutions

Media delivers a varied portfolio of

facility, through technology design

Design and Consulting

consultancy and professional services

and management, training and

Technology and Operations

to the media and broadcasting

operational assistance, to recruitment

Auditing and Analysis

industry. These range from feasibility

and business development support.

Systems Design and Documentation

Design and Consulting Media Facilities Design and Consulting

Master Media is member of various international industry associations such as the IABM, IEEE, SMPTE, AES, and DPP.

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guest experience, media facilities design and venue management National News Agency in the GCC: Development of future technology blueprint, integrated newsroom workflows and requirements for technology vendors NEOM Media Hub in the GCC: Business planning, demand modelling, financial modelling, facilities design and technology roadmap Press Trust of India: Technology consultancy and tender management to launch a competitive national video news service Al-Ghad News Channel, Egypt: Technology design, consultancy, Projects Management and Delivery

ICT facilities and infrastructure

tender support, operations

Programme/Project Management

National Film Archive, Film

and technology audit

Coordination and

Commission, KSA: Development of

Al Jazeera Media Network, Qatar:

Communication Focal Point

a long-term strategy, business plan,

Consultancy, vendor management

Schedule Development and Tracking

technical design and operational model

and project management for

Cost Control and Resource Allocation

Okaz Newspaper, Jeddah, KSA:

workplace transformation project

Consultancy on digital transformation Human Capital Services

Yas Creative Hub, UAE: Studios/sound

Provision of Specialist Skillset

stages fit-out design, technology design

Recruitment Services

and tender management consultancy

Training

A new Film and TV Production

Business Development Support

Services Provider in the GCC: Business plan, CapEx, OpEx

Contact Master Media FZ LLC Yas Creative Hub (twofour54) PO Box 77915, Abu Dhabi, UAE Tel: +971 2 4012811

With a deep understanding and rich

and revenue forecasting

Master Media LLC

network within the Middle East’s media

A Large Corporate Entity, UAE:

industry, Master Media provides strategic

Fit-out and technology design for

16th Floor, Tornado Tower

advice and business development

a media centre with production

support to media technology and

and post-production facilities

services companies interested in

A New Film and TV Production

Email: info@master-media.tv

entering the Middle East market.

City in the GCC: Feasibility study,

Website: www.master-media.tv

business planning, demand and

Select Projects and Clients

revenue modelling, facilities

Master Media’s clients and projects

design and technology roadmap

include a variety of regional and

Blinx, UAE: Operations and

international media entities. Some of the

technology audit and provision

projects undertaken and clients served

of subject matter experts

over the last few years are listed below:

Expo 2020 Dubai, UAE: Media

Media City Qatar: Strategic

and broadcast multi-disciplinary

consultancy and support for planning

strategic consultancy – commercial,

and implementation of media and

technology, media operations, media

Doha, Qatar Tel: +974 310 77008

Hasan R. Sayed Hasan Managing Director Tel: +971 55 881 7437 Email: hasan@master-media.tv

Social Media master.media.tv master-media Master_MediaTV

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to DaVinci Resolve and Final Cut Pro.

Backlight provides hands-on support

Its AI capabilities automatically tag and

Security doesn’t come as an

that keeps clients’ operations

catalogue content, turning the dreaded

afterthought – Iconik lets you set

running smoothly across time

‘where’s that footage?’ question into a

precise controls for who sees what,

zones and borders. The company’s

simple search that finds and delivers

while scaling smoothly as your

growing influence in broadcast

the asset you need. Iconik bridges

media library grows from hundreds

technology stems from its practical

the gap between cloud storage and

to thousands of assets. It’s a media

approach: building tools that solve

on-site servers without forcing you

management that adjusts to how

genuine problems faced by studios,

to overhaul existing infrastructure.

you work, than forcing you to

Teams using Iconik spend less

adapt to another rigid system.

networks and businesses today.

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Wildmoka When breaking news hits or a gamewinning goal is scored, Wildmoka helps media teams clip, edit and publish faster than viewers can refresh their social feeds.

Built for the cloud from day one, Wildmoka handles surge demands without breaking a sweat – whether it’s Olympic finals or election night coverage. The interface strips away unnecessary complexity and anyone can create clips ready for digital channels.

Beyond clipping, Wildmoka brings

Integrated Suite of Solutions

platforms meant repetitive, error-prone

production-level tools to digital content

Backlight replaces broken media

processes and a whole studio of people.

– generating highlights packages,

workflows with simple, AI-powered

Wildmoka reduces this to essentially

inserting graphics on the fly and

products designed to make teams

a single click, while maintaining your

tracking what resonates with your

faster and businesses stronger.

brand’s distinct look across websites,

audience. Content that once took hours

Through its integrated suite of

apps and social channels. It adapts

to prepare now reaches audiences in

solutions, including Iconik, Cinesync,

content formats to each destination’s

moments, creating new opportunities

Ftrack, Celtx, Wildmoka and Zype,

requirements, including short-form,

to grow viewership and engagement.

the company empowers creative and

Getting content onto multiple

production teams to focus on crafting

vertical video and live content.

Empowering Creative Teams with a Media Platform for the Future

compelling stories that drive impact.

Major broadcasters have adopted

demanding media operations in

Backlight solutions for their collaboration

the world, companies like PFF (Pro

capabilities, cloud scalability and cost

Football Focus), BFM2, FranceTV,

efficiency. In addition to improving

and NowThis depend on Backlight

workflow efficiency, Iconik and

technology to give them a competitive

Wildmoka notably reduce technical

advantage. The company takes these

complexity compared to legacy systems,

partnerships seriously and continuously

enhancing productivity across teams.

innovates its portfolio. And by

Iconik provides a flexible

Purpose-built for the most

staying ahead alongside partners,

infrastructure for media management

Backlight knows exactly what it takes

with precise control over assets and

to make impactful content at scale.

workflows. From breaking news to viral moments, Wildmoka helps capture and deliver timely content to

Contact

audiences faster, and with significantly

Backlight

lower costs and headcount than

Boston

traditional on-premises solutions.

Massachusetts, USA

With Iconik, Wildmoka and the rest of Backlight’s suite, creative teams can future-proof their media operations and continue to engage audiences, wherever they are.

Website: www.backlight.co

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This is streaming at its peak Broadpeak’s mission is to empower

Content Anywhere, Anytime

video service providers so they can

With Broadpeak solutions, video

stream the content people love with a

service providers can bring content

compelling experience.

anywhere, from remote places to

Broadpeak designs and

crowded stadiums and at any time!

manufactures video delivery components for content providers

Monetisation

and broadband service providers

Many opportunities exist today

deploying IPTV, cable, satellite, OTT

to monetise networks, streaming

and mobile services. Its portfolio

services and content. With years

of solutions and technologies

of industry experience, Broadpeak

powers the delivery of movies,

provides monetisation solutions

television programming and other

Live Video Streaming

that reduce ecosystem complexity,

video content over managed

Delivering the highest quality of

increase business efficiency and

networks and the internet for

experience (QoE) for live video streaming

accelerate time-to-market.

viewing on any type of device.

at scale, anywhere and on any device

The company’s systems and

has become one of the most crucial

services help operators increase

challenges for video service providers.

Decreasing Streaming Video Costs

market share and improve subscriber

Broadpeak provides technologies

Delivering video is hard, delivering

loyalty with superior quality of

to scale video distribution across

video cost-effectively is harder.

experience. Broadpeak supports

networks and provide the best QoE.

Broadpeak helps operators and

all its customers worldwide, from simple installations to large delivery systems reaching capacities of several million simultaneous streams. Broadpeak provides video streaming software that can be deployed but also cloud platforms that can be used as a service.

130 Deployments in 50+ Countries 200M+ End-users Served by Broadpeak’s Solutions Presence in 21 Countries Created in 2010

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OTT providers keep video streaming costs under control.

5G Streaming With video streaming traffic increasingly shifting to cellular networks, new challenges and opportunities emerge for operators.

Broadpeak 5G-ready advanced video delivery solutions unleash the potential of CDN to deliver superior end-user quality of experience,

Content Personalisation:

services designed to simplify

optimise network costs and uncover

Targeted advertising and video

management and maintenance of

new monetisation services.

content personalisation

the platform and its operations.

Multicast ABR: Solution to upgrade from IPTV to ABR with

broadpeak.io

Broadpeak provides end-to-

no compromise on QoE, bringing

broadpeak.io is Broadpeak’s video API

end streaming solutions from

scalability to live video streaming

SaaS platform that makes Broadpeak’s

transcoding to content delivery.

Origin Packager: Package and secure

trusted framework and solutions

The company develops cutting-

video content, address any player

available as a service in the cloud,

edge solutions based on highly

or device, for live and on-demand

resulting in unparalleled simplicity,

performing, robust, secure

applications and reduce storage space

agility and scalability. broadpeak.io

technologies so that content

Cloud DVR: Solution for non-linear

provides applications for dynamic ad

providers, broadcasters, OTT

and time-shifted TV services

insertion, CDN as a service, content

platforms and pay TV operators can

CDN Selection: Manage growth and

replacement (including black out), FAST

provide best-in-class experience

robustify video delivery services

customisation and virtual channels.

to their subscribers, avoid churn,

through a multi-CDN approach

monetise network and services while

and by selecting the CDN that

reducing impact on the environment.

can best address each request

Contact

delivery network solution

On top of these solutions Broadpeak

HDS Tower

ready for the upcoming

offers added-value services to its

challenges of video streaming

customers, including managed

Office 609 Cluster F

Broadpeak Solutions

Advanced CDN: A content

Broadpeak

Jumeirah Lake Towers Dubai, United Arab Emirates Website: www.broadpeak.tv Ali Baig Sales Director, MEA Email: ali.baig@broadpeak.tv Tel: +971 50 456 8468 Tel: +971 55 769 0125

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MANUFACTURER

Subscriber retention management at its finest

Merchant

Cleeng is a multi-tenant SaaS platform

broadcasters and D2C brands to prevent

designed to manage the full subscriber

churn, enhance customer relationships

A payment and checkout optimisation

lifecycle, helping D2C brands maximise

and drive sustainable revenue growth.

solution that simplifies global transactions

retention and long-term value.

With extensive expertise in digital subscriptions – particularly in the media

while ensuring seamless compliance with

Key Components Core

local regulations. It provides a unified payment analytics dashboard, AI-driven

and entertainment sector, Cleeng

Core is a multi-channel subscriber

fraud detection and dynamic routing to

delivers the award-winning Subscriber

management system designed to unify

optimise transaction success rates. With

Retention Management (SRM) suite.

and streamline subscriber interactions

built-in tax management, chargeback

This powerful solution streamlines

across web, mobile and CTV. With a focus

handling and dunning strategies,

every stage of the subscriber journey,

on multi-channel billing and seamless

Merchant empowers broadcasters

from acquisition and payments to

account management, Core enables

and D2C brands to maximise recurring

engagement, retention, support and

brands to deliver frictionless sign-ups,

revenue. As a Merchant of Record,

win-backs. Featuring the industry’s

flexible subscription plans and dynamic

Cleeng also handles cross-border

first end-to-end subscriber lifecycle

upgrades or downgrades. Businesses

complexities, allowing businesses to

dashboard, Cleeng gives brands a real-

can optimise subscriber conversion

focus on growth while ensuring smooth

time, 360-degree view of subscriber

with targeted promotions, coupon

and secure payment operations.

behaviour, health and retention risks.

campaigns, free trial strategies and

By combining actionable insights

personalised offers – all while ensuring

with automation, Cleeng enables

consistent, high-quality user experience.

ChurnIQ ChurnIQ is a powerful subscriber analytics

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platform with AI-driven churn prediction, giving businesses deep insight into user behaviour and retention risks. By consolidating data from multiple sources into a unified data lake, it delivers precise analytics that help improve retention and increase ARPU – driving profitability without additional acquisition costs.

With advanced machine-learning capabilities, ChurnIQ enables largescale subscriber analysis and predicts churn risk with 95% accuracy. By identifying key revenue drivers and deterrents, businesses can take proactive steps to reduce churn and maximise long-term growth.

Hi5 A cloud-based, AI-enhanced customer

and stand out in the competitive

extra cost. With a streamlined setup,

care solution that boosts user satisfaction

digital subscription landscape.

businesses can launch in as little as three weeks, while the platform’s scalability

while optimising support efficiency, Hi5 enables businesses to deliver world-

Multi-tenant SaaS Models

supports both large enterprises and

class, multilingual customer support

Cleeng’s four-tiered solution is built

growing subscription services.

24/7 through an AI-powered chatbot.

on a flexible SaaS pricing model

Trusted by leading direct-to-

This ensures fast query resolution

with an open API infrastructure,

consumer brands, Cleeng powers

and a seamless user experience. By

allowing seamless integration with

operations for major entertainment

streamlining support operations without

existing systems. Its multi-tenant

and sports companies including TOD,

increasing costs, it helps companies

SaaS architecture ensures regular

The Tennis Channel, NHL, Optus Sport,

strengthen customer relationships

platform upgrades for all users at no

NHK and The Weather Channel.

Contact Cleeng FZ-LLC Dubai Internet City Dubai, UAE Email: contact@cleeng.com Website: www.cleeng.com

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MANUFACTURER

Broadcast solutions designed for the future Founded in 1997, Cobalt Digital Inc.

Engineering Beyond the Signal

designs and manufactures 12G/3G/HD/

Cobalt’s ever-growing line of products

SD conversion, throwdown, routing,

is built to tackle any challenge in

multiview and compression technology

today’s fast-moving multiscreen,

for live video production and master

multiformat world. The hands-on

control. The company serves a broad

technical, sales and management teams

section of industries – from ProAV

are always listening to customers to

applications to mobile production

understand their current demands

trucks to broadcast networks with a

but also anticipate their next big

platform that has received over 50

need. Cobalt believes that a scalable,

awards for engineering innovation,

space efficient and flexible approach

including an EMMY in 2019.

to terminal equipment and systems

Cobalt supports the development

offers the best value and choice without

of open standards and industry

compromising ease of integration,

specifications with a talented

features, or economy. Cobalt calls

team of engineers who have made

it Engineering Beyond the Signal,

significant industry contributions in internet streaming, compressed and uncompressed video over IP and HDR. The company is a founding partner

and it is that philosophy that guides The Cobalt team all smiles after winning two Best of Show awards at IBC 2024.

in the openGear initiative embraced

everything the company does.

Cobalt’s know-how and agility, coupled with its extensive array of products, is the perfect formula to meet

worldwide for its game changing

is found in major broadcast and

any requirement. And while you won’t

open architecture and modular frame

cable networks including sports

find ‘standard’ answers at Cobalt, you

system. Cobalt is also a founding

broadcasters, government agencies,

will find sensible, practical solutions

member of the RIST forum and an

terrestrial and satellite facilities,

tailored to every specific situation.

active participant in AIMS, IABM, IEEE,

houses of worship, corporate

From the first interaction with the

RIST, SBE, SMPTE, SVG, and VSF.

settings, production environments,

front office, to product consultation

mobile operations, ENG operations

and integration, to initial and ongoing

Global Reach

and TV stations. Cobalt’s channel

field support, all concerns are

Over 1000 customers worldwide

network spans the globe with offices

addressed – before and after the sale.

rely on Cobalt products for their

and representatives throughout

Every product in the Company’s

most demanding signal-processing

the Americas, the UK, Europe,

Shades of Blue platform is designed

applications. The company’s gear

Asia, Middle East and Africa.

with future needs in mind.

MANUFACTURER

COBALT ARIA DANTE

COBALT PACIFIC Encoders

COBALT ROYAL

openGear Card

Distribution Amplifiers

The COBALT ARIA AUD4-

COBALT ROYAL distribution

DANTE quad-channel

amplifiers are available in a vast

openGear cards feature up to

variety of configurations to suit

12G DANTE/AES/MADI/Embed

any application with space-saving

and De-Embed functions with

design and low-power consumption

two gigabit ethernet ports, a 64x64 and Decoders

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for a high-density solution.

configuration, a full audio router mixer and frame sync capabilities.

The COBALT PACIFIC broadcast-

We’ll Stand by You Cobalt’s products feature 24/7 service

grade, software-defined openGear

COBALT UltraBlue Multiviewers

and support. Most come with a five-

encoders and decoders range from

UltraBlue IP-MV is a software product

year warranty and are manufactured

single to multiple channel units,

that runs on a standard PC platform,

in the USA using the latest components

support existing MPEG-2 and MPEG-

features an intuitive web interface and

and multilayer PCB technology.

4 AVC, and are upgradable to HEVC

is designed to grow with a customer’s

and 4K video encoding technology

needs by incorporating support for

for dramatic compression efficiency.

compressed and baseband (ST 2110 and/or SDI) inputs and outputs.

COBALT SAPPHIRE Converters

UltraBlue IP-MV can receive audio/video

COBALT SAPPHIRE converters

over IP in various protocols and formats

bring world-class conversion to any

with very flexible audio routing.

application, from broadcast to Pro AV. SAPPHIRE converters are available as

COBALT INDIGO ST 2110 Options

openGear cards, or as mini converters

The Cobalt INDIGO OG-2110-BIDI4-

for on-the-go productions. All SAPPHIRE

GATEWAY has native SMPTE ST

converters provide conversion

2110 support in an openGear card

between HDMI/SDI and SDI/HDMI.

with dual 25G ethernet interfaces for ST 2022-7 support. The INDIGO

COBALT WAVE Routers

OG-2110-BIDI4-GATEWAY is a bi-

Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. 2506 Galen Drive Champaign, Illinois 61821, USA Tel: +1 217.344.1243

COBALT WAVE high-density routers

directional quad-channel native

Fax: +1 217.344.1245

offer flexibility, ease-of-use and are

ST 2110 interface to SDI I/O.

Website: www.cobaltdigital.com

easily integrated into any variety of

COBALT INDIGO ST 2110-DC is a cost-

applications with support for signals

effective, powerful, highly integrated

Suzana Brady

up to 12G-SDI. The compact, 32x32

factory option that adds native

SVP, Worldwide Sales and Marketing

and 64x64 crosspoint routers are

processing over IP with 25G ethernet

Email: Suzana.Brady@

controlled by Cobalt’s control panels

interfaces to audio/video processing

offered in several variations.

elements to numerous Cobalt cards.

cobaltdigital.com Berend Blokzijl Director of Sales for EMEA Email: Berend.Blokzijl@ cobaltdigital.com

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Powering the region’s next era of digital and streaming Deltatre is the tech company behind the media and sporting moments that matter. Over nearly four decades, it has built the trust of many of the world’s biggest broadcasters, telcos, media companies, sports teams, leagues, federations and governing bodies.

Driven to create the digital experiences of tomorrow, its products, innovations, dependability and people continue to redefine how the value of live and on-demand sport, film, TV and news content is maximised.

It specialises in video streaming, websites, apps, sports data, graphics and officiating systems. Deltatre’s

AXIS – Market-leading App Management Platform

customers include the BBC, Rogers,

editorial tools, and a comprehensive

Bell Media, Danish Broadcasting

set of integrations for monetisation,

Corporation, Mediacorp, beIN, ICC,

engagement, payment and analytics.

Data-driven, no-code software to

Al-Ahli, LIV Golf, UEFA, ATP, NFL, DFL,

D3 VOLT components can also be

control content presentation on your

embedded into existing streaming

streaming platform in real-time

platforms within highly customisable

AXIS is Deltatre’s user experience app

D3 VOLT – Integrated Streaming Platform

packaging options. It is a flexible, fully

management platform for powering

supported platform that drives revenue

and controlling native OTT sport and

One-stop-shop OTT service builder,

through advertising and subscriptions,

entertainment apps at any scale.

for existing streaming operators

using advanced analytics for optimised

or new entrants to the market

user experiences. It reduces cost

modules, AXIS allows editors to easily

Combining several award-winning

and complexity with pre-integrated

set up, configure, schedule, target,

Deltatre products with chosen partners,

third-party vendors and ongoing

test and publish a range of content

D3 VOLT can build your new OTT service

updates. D3 VOLT’s modular design

pages. Its intuitive editorial platform

in as little as 90 days. Its robust reference

lets streaming services choose and

for non-technical operators caters to a

architecture offers modular products,

pay only for the features they need.

vast spectrum of VOD, linear, live event

NHL, MLS, MLB and World Athletics.

With over 50 different predefined UI

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DIVA – AwardWinning Interactive Video Platform

and multi-territory content curation use cases.

AXIS offers flexible

Combining VOD

monetisation through ads, in-app purchases and

and live content with

more, while delivering

real-time metadata

consistent experience

and fan interactivity

across a wide range

to increase value and

of devices. It uses

engage audiences

actionable data to boost

Existing development

content discoverability

teams can easily

and engagement

integrate DIVA’s

through personalisation. With

embeddable video player into any app

ready-made templates and pages,

or website through an SDK. Add features

AXIS ensures smooth, cross-

teams to effectively produce and deliver

such as analytics, advertising, and third-

platform user experiences.

the right content at the right time.

party engagement tools to DIVA’s player

FORGE – Highly Scalable Publishing Platform

FORGE allows for flexibility and the

The modular architecture of

to complement your video offering.

DIVA can provide end-to-end video

ability to mix and match different

workflow and back-office operator

Control content, presentation

tools, reducing integration costs and

console, allowing for efficient video

and customer experience across

complexity. As a headless product, it

content management, including VOD,

your digital ecosystem with sport’s

centralises content production for all

live and linear scheduling, live-to-VOD

leading publishing platform

destinations: web, mobile, and OTT.

transitions and metadata management.

FORGE offers long-term cost

It delivers high-quality streaming with

designed to meet the needs of

savings through flexible packaging,

proven scalability and deep analytics,

today’s sport and media operators

eliminating the need for high upfront

built on over a decade of experience.

servicing the world’s biggest events.

investments and ongoing updates.

Its interactive features enhance viewer

Trusted by major MENA clubs and

engagement and content consumption,

comprehensive and user-friendly set of

competitions and US sports leagues, it

while personalised advertising unlocks

tools to create and share captivating,

supports complex content distribution

new monetisation opportunities for

unforgettable content, allowing editorial

across leagues, clubs and affiliates.

streaming and digital operators.

FORGE is a versatile content platform

FORGE equips users with a

Contact Deltatre Level 6, 55 New Oxford Street London, WC1A 1BS United Kingdom Website: www.deltatre.com Wajdi Maalouf VP, MEA Sales Tel: +971 50 8781 703 Email: wajdi.maalouf@deltatre.com

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MANUFACTURER

Setting standards in broadcast technology FOR-A, a well-established international

Product Highlights

business headquartered in Japan,

FOR-A continues to innovate

stands at the forefront of the

across its range with a focus on

broadcast industry’s technological

software-defined architectures

evolution, bridging traditional SDI

that enable smooth transitions

infrastructures with next-generation IP

to IP, flexible remote production

workflows. With a strong focus on the

and advanced applications.

Middle East and Africa region, FOR-A

FOR-A IMPULSE is the company’s

FOR-A IMPULSE.

has established itself as a trusted

next-generation software-defined

evolving needs of modern broadcast and

partner for broadcasters, delivering

live production platform. IMPULSE

live production environments. Available in

reliable hardware solutions while

(Integrated Media Platform with

eight-input and 16-input configurations,

supporting those ready to explore

UnLimited StructurE) consolidates

it offers unparalleled creative

more flexible production approaches.

essential production tasks as software

freedom for complex, multi-layered

nodes within a highly flexible system. It

compositions. The FOR-A MixBoard’s

City, FOR-A provides comprehensive

features signal processing, multi-view,

software-defined architecture offers

solutions to the unique challenges

switching, graphics, audio mix, and

exceptional scalability and futureproofing,

facing MEA broadcasters, including live

media player as software functions

allowing easy updates without

and remote production capabilities

that operators can connect using an

extensive hardware replacements.

essential for covering the region’s

intuitive graph editor. This ‘station in

expanding sport and cultural events

a box’ concept streamlines workflows,

HANABI series production switcher,

landscape. The Dubai office offers

minimises technical burden and enables

represents a ‘quantum leap’ in switcher

sales and technical support, ensuring

flexible remote operation via web

design. This flagship switcher delivers

customers receive tailored solutions

browser from virtually any location.

broadcast-grade reliability in a space-

From its strategic hub in Dubai Studio

that meet their specific operational requirements and growth trajectories.

HVS-Q12.

FOR-A MixBoard, powered by ClassX, represents a significant leap forward

The HVS-Q12 FOR-A’s top-of-the-line

efficient 4RU package. Its softwareupgradable architecture allows facilities

in production switcher

to start with 3G-SDI workflows today and

technology with its

seamlessly transition to 12G-SDI when

unlimited layering

needed – protecting capital investments

capability. This fully

while enabling 4K production capabilities.

software-based

With IP interfaces for both Dante audio

switcher combines

and NDI* integration, the HVS-Q12

advanced features with

creates a flexible bridge between

an intuitive interface,

traditional broadcast equipment and

designed to meet the

emerging IP-based technologies.

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Recent Projects Sharjah TV, the official television channel of Sharjah Media Corporation, chose FOR-A technology for a comprehensive upgrade of both studio and outside broadcast facilities. The broadcaster required absolute reliability for missioncritical government event coverage combined with creative flexibility for cultural programming. FOR-A’s solution delivered bulletproof redundancy through a dual-switcher setup featuring the HVS-2000 as main and

Installation at Sharjah TV (left) and Al Sharqiya TV (right).

HVS-1200 as backup. The installation’s sophisticated signal processing

up-to-the-minute news coverage,

architecture enables seamless

Al Sharqiya couldn’t risk equipment

production company based in Saudi Arabia,

Production Crew, a leading event

format conversion and complete

downtime or workflow disruptions.

commissioned a new 12G-SDI outside

compatibility across all production

The HVS-1200 production switcher

broadcast unit to support the Kingdom’s

scenarios – critical advantages in a

provided the perfect balance of

expanding sports coverage. The truck

region where events can demand

advanced capabilities and operational

features the FOR-A HVS-6000 production

multiple output formats and standards.

confidence, while its integrated multi-

switcher with the HVS-3355OUA panel,

Al Sharqiya, Iraq’s first and largest

viewer simplified the control room

providing up to four M/E banks and 80

privately owned broadcasting company

setup, reducing equipment costs

inputs. Paired with a FOR-A MFR-4100

with over a billion viewers across the

and maintenance complexity. Most

native 12G router, the system delivers

MENA and Europe, selected FOR-A’s

importantly, the investment is protected

simple, secure operations with full 4K Ultra

technology for its high-stakes news

for the future, with the 12G-SDI

HD capabilities – exactly what was needed

production studio in Dubai. With the

capabilities ready when Al Sharqiya

for high-profile Saudi sports productions.

channel’s reputation built on delivering

makes its planned transition to Ultra HD.

*NDI is a registered trademark of Vizrt.

Contact FOR-A Company Limited DSC Tower, Office 207 Dubai Studio City, Dubai, UAE Tel: +971 4 551 5830 Website: www.for-a.com Mohammed Abu Ziyadeh Regional Manager Tel: +971 50 923 9839 Email: mziyadeh@for-a.co.jp

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Helping creators create From the time Fujifilm began making films in 1934, the company has had some of the best colour scientists in the world helping create film for cinema images. Eventually, Fujifilm began making FUJINON broadcast TV lenses, becoming the established market leader. When the opportunity to create cinema lenses arose, Fujifilm was on the cutting edge of digital cinema lens technology. Today, nearly a century of experience in imagemaking later, Fujifilm is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of television and motion picture lenses.

Corporate Mission FUJINON lenses are created in

Cinema

cinematographers to effectively bring out

response to the needs of the

FUJINON cinema lenses are built with

the maximum capability of large format

industries the company serves

purpose, enabling cinematographers

sensors and facilitate high-quality video

– creators and visual storytellers

to achieve a beautiful cinematic look.

production with true cinematic flair.

across the broadcast and cinema

The promise of quality, innovation and

production spectrum.

superior customer service is matched

Broadcast

by a commitment to immerse itself

Engaged in the development and

Continuous Innovation

in the cinema market and learn what

production of broadcast lenses for

Fujifilm invests time and resources in

cinematographers, camera operators and

over 50 years, FUJINON broadcast

speaking with customers, technology

other cinema production professionals

lenses have supported image creation

providers and camera manufacturers

want and need, now and in the future.

throughout the world with unique

on every continent to learn what

Premista Series, FUJINON’s class-

technologies including optical design

they need and want. Whether it’s

leading flagship supports large-format

development, advanced manufacturing

convenience, productivity, efficiency,

sensors and delivers high resolution,

capabilities and exceptional quality.

creative or something else, customers

beautiful bokeh and rich gradation

By leveraging on its highly accurate

are the drivers of its innovation.

with high dynamic range, allowing

design, manufacturing and assembly

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expertise, FUJINON broadcast

and keeping images a constant size

lenses are deliberately created

One Shot Pre-set: By allowing zoom

to not just meet, but exceed the

and focus to be pre-set at selected

optical, mechanical

positions and stored in advance,

and electronic

the system allows

requirements of

operators to instantly

broadcast production

return to pre-set

professionals.

positions. A vital

Key Technologies Include:

sports broadcasts

feature for studio or 9-Blade Iris: With

HT-EBC Coating: The patented

the adoption of nine

electron-beam multi-layer

Iris blades, FUJINON

coating technology facilitates

4K lenses achieve a

high light transmission and

nearly circular aperture,

reduced flare and ghosting

class-leading phase detection system,

making it possible to render images

Aspherical Large Aperture Lens:

the AF system enables operators

with a softer, more natural bokeh

Developed with proprietary large

to concentrate on zooming without

aperture elements, FUJINON lenses

worrying about focus control

effectively suppress chromatic

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aberration and distortion from the

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centre to the edge of the image

for vibration, the system responds

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quickly to vibration and movement

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enables precise remote control of

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Adapted to Hi-Vision

back focus adjustments via robotic

Breathing Compensation Technology

2009: 4 Emmy Awards for Lens

control panels in a broadcast control

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room, allowing back focus adjustments

movements with focus movements,

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to be made during shooting with

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for Broadcasting and Cinema Lenses

minimal effort and down-time

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The best KVM solutions for professional broadcasters Guntermann & Drunck (G&D) is regarded as a leading manufacturer of

Products KVM Extenders

your workplace. Operate multiple computers using just one mouse, one

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extenders, switches and matrix systems

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keyboard, video and mouse signals.

time performance. Using KVM

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support from consultation to aftersales. Their systems facilitate flexible

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broadcast production environments.

the efficiency and ergonomics of

enable the flexible organisation and operation of your video inputs on one or more displays. Create your workplace or video wall as unique as your application.

Operating Features G&D’s products and systems are designed for simple and intuitive operation. For example, the CrossDisplay-Switching function is designed for multi-monitor working environments where several computers are accessed at the same time. The user’s mouse acts as if it is on a ‘virtual desktop’ and can be moved seamlessly across the connected displays. When the cursor moves from one display to another, the keyboard/

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solutions for mission-critical applications, is

switches to the connected computer.

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showroom in Studio

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City. It will showcase

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G&D’s cutting-edge

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technologies but will also serve as a

Enhancing Broadcast Efficiency

the integration of HD-SDI through

and advice. As an expert in control

KVM systems allow operators to

the PersonalWorkplace-CPU. This

room applications, Tamby will offer

manage multiple computers from a

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single console, thus streamlining the

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switching and control over multiple

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G&D’s customers can expect

computer sources on one screen,

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comprehensive expert advice and

KVM solutions ensure operators

rely on established workflows and

technical support during all phases

can focus on delivering high-quality

equipment, as their operations can

of their projects. Regardless of the

content without the physical

be improved without the need for

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constraints of traditional setups. This

costly upgrades or overhauls.

G&D, along with their trained partner

multi-viewing approach increases

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Users can also optimise workspace

network, will be pleased to offer

efficiency and improves scalability and

by reducing clutter and minimising

expert assistance in identifying the

flexibility in broadcast operations by

distractions by consolidating multiple

optimal, fully integrated KVM solution.

enabling real-time adjustments and

sources on a single monitor or

monitoring across various platforms.

multiple monitors. This increases efficiency and improves collaboration

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and decision-making by providing a clear and comprehensive overview of all relevant content.

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multiple displays. Resolutions of up to

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G&D Middle East Dubai Studio City | DSC Tower 12th Floor, Office 1208 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Website: www.gdsys.com Tamby Alasker Sales Director AMEA Tel: +971 4 558 6178

resulting in increased productivity clear display of all processes on just

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Leading innovation in media infrastructure, cloud and workflow solutions Award’ for its HOME IP management platform. In 2022, Lawo and Proximus received the AV Award for ‘Broadcast and Media Project of the Year’, alongside the Digital Media World Award in the ‘IP Broadcast Solutions’ category for .edge, which also won the BroadcastPro ME Manufacturer Award in 2023. Additionally, Lawo and CBC/RadioCanada received the 2023 AV Award in the ‘Broadcast and Media Project of the Year’ category. The Power Core ‘Rev3’ software-defined DSP mixing engine and I/O gateway was also honoured with the RedTech Award 2023. Four Lawo solutions are widely deployed

As a founding member of the

more accolades followed in 2024.

across sports and entertainment

Alliance for IP Media Solutions

broadcasting, theatres, houses of

(AIMS), Lawo remains committed

worship, educational institutions,

to interoperability based on open

Management, Processing, Control and Monitoring

live performances and corporate

standards, including ST2110, ST2022-7,

Lawo’s HOME platform is built on a

environments. These solutions

AES67, RAVENNA, NDI, SRT, and Ember+.

microservices architecture, enabling

provide state-of-the-art tools for IP

seamless connection, management and security for networked production

audio mixing and routing. Lawo’s

Award-Winning Dedication to Customer Success

unified and open platform represents

Lawo has earned industry recognition

04 and IS-05, HOME is based on open

a significant advancement by

with numerous accolades, including the

standards, including ST2110, NMOS,

enabling seamless operation across

‘Public Sector Project of the Year’ AV

IEEE802.1x and RADIUS. In 2021, Lawo

on-premise, decentralised, multi-

Award for the European Parliament and

opened HOME to third-party vendors

campus and remote environments.

the ‘2021 NAB Show Product of the Year

through a unified control API offering

infrastructures, video processing,

setups. Fully compliant with NMOS IS-

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console functionality or serves as an OSC-compatible remote control for DAWs and live sound applications.

Additionally, Lawo’s R3LAY VRX mixing software provides a virtual radio environment. The new crystal Clear Virtual OnAir Control Interface provides an intuitive, touchscreenoperated control surface that integrates seamlessly with existing radio workflows.

‘HOME First-Class Citizen’ status.

ST2110 open standard and ST2022-

The platform also facilitates the

7 redundancy, .edge offers scalable

Middle East Installations

management of advanced video and

software licensing options that enable

Lawo solutions are deployed by leading

audio gateways, as well as Lawo’s

advanced functionalities such as JPEG

media organisations in the Middle

HOME Apps. These microservice-based

XS (de)compression, proxy generation,

East and Africa, including Abu Dhabi

processing applications, which support

colour correction and audio matrix

Media Company, Al Jazeera, Al Kass,

SMPTE ST2110, NDI, SRT and JPEG

shuffling at the network’s edge.

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XS, run on COTS servers in private or

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public clouds and are available through

IP Audio Production Solutions

ERTU, Multichoice, Muscat TV, Oman

highly flexible licensing models.

Lawo’s A__UHD Core, a software-defined

TV, Qatar TV/Radio, Radio Jeddah/Radio

Lawo’s VSM system enables IP-based

audio engine drives mc² audio consoles.

Riyadh, SABC and Sky News Arabia.

control and workflow integration for OB,

It delivers up to 1,024 DSP channels,

studio and MCR applications in television

allowing multiple consoles to share

and radio environments. Its device-

resources dynamically. Lawo’s mc²

agnostic architecture allows it to control

console series includes the flagship

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mc²96, the versatile mc²56, the

mixers, intercoms, UMDs, multiviewers

compact mc²36 xp, and the all-

and third-party baseband and IP devices.

in-one mc²36 MkII. Lawo’s A__line Audio-to-IP interfaces support WAN-

Media Infrastructure Solution for IP Setups

capable transport of analog and digital

HOME-native and software-defined, the

30/-31, AES67 and RAVENNA standards.

audio while complying with the ST2110-

.edge Hyper-Density SDI/IP Conversion

Contact Lawo Am Oberwald 8 76437 Rastatt, Germany

and Routing Platform is an SDI gateway

IP-Based Radio Broadcast

for hybrid IP infrastructures. Each rear

Lawo’s radio consoles are engineered

I/O blade is equipped with 48 HD-BNCs

for both stand-alone and networked

for SD/HD/3G/UHD SDI connectivity. A

operations. The modular diamond

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full configuration with four rear blades

console, powered by the Lawo Power

delivers 192 SDI/IP conversions within

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Klaus-Jörg Jasper

a 2RU footprint. Supporting the SMPTE

expansion to accommodate AES67, MADI, analog, AES3 and Dante audio sources. Also powered

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Sales Director, Middle East Email: klaus-joerg.jasper@lawo.com

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Empowering radio broadcasters M&I Broadcast Services (MIBS) is

to the evolving demands of global

a leading European innovator in

audiences. At the heart of its portfolio

broadcast automation and audio

lies Omniplayer, MIBS’ flagship

versatility, Omniplayer supports an end-

playout software solutions, trusted

product, which has revolutionised

to-end playout environment, including

by some of the most renowned radio

the way radio broadcasters manage

advanced audio editing, real-time

stations and media houses across

and deliver audio content.

scheduling, remote broadcasting and

Europe and beyond. With decades of

high-end, professional audio workflows.

Designed with precision and

integrated newsroom functionalities.

experience in the broadcast technology

Omniplayer

Broadcasters appreciate Omniplayer

space, MIBS prides itself on delivering

Omniplayer is the cornerstone of

not just for its reliability and stability,

robust, scalable, forward-thinking

MIBS’ technological offerings – a

but also for its intelligent design that

software tailored to the dynamic

comprehensive radio automation

allows DJs, producers and journalists

needs of modern media operations.

system that provides a seamless and

to collaborate effortlessly in a fast-

The company’s mission is simple

intuitive platform for managing live

paced media environment.

yet impactful – to empower radio

and pre-recorded broadcasts. Trusted

broadcasters with cutting-edge tools

by major media players such as

flexible API integrations, Omniplayer

With its modular structure and

that enhance operational efficiency,

Talpa, Qmusic, NPO and many others,

adapts to each client’s workflow,

ensure flawless delivery and adapt

Omniplayer is the go-to solution for

offering personalised configurations and seamless third-party connectivity.

Its user-friendly interface masks a powerhouse of sophisticated technology, making it a top-tier solution for broadcasters seeking control, quality and performance.

Innovation and Global Ambitions MIBS is not just about building reliable tools, the company is deeply committed to innovation and futurereadiness. Its goal is to expand the company’ footprint by entering new and diverse markets that present unique opportunities and challenges. One such strategic focus area is the Middle East.

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Recognising the region’s rapidly

Whether used by religious stations,

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entry into the Middle East is just

growing media sector and its culturally

public broadcasters or commercial

the beginning and is committed

distinct broadcasting requirements,

networks aiming to serve faith-based

to delivering technology that not

MIBS has tailored its solutions to better

segments, this scheduler demonstrates

only meets operational demands

serve broadcasters in this market. In

the company’s commitment to

but also aligns with cultural values

particular, it has identified a significant

cultural sensitivity, technical

and audience expectations.

need for culturally relevant scheduling

excellence and localised innovation.

As it continues to evolve, Omniplayer will remain central to the company’s

tools that integrate religious observances

Why M&I Broadcast Services?

strategy – a platform that embodies

MIBS believes that true excellence

innovation, flexibility and excellence.

Introducing the Automatic Islamic Prayer Time Scheduler

in broadcasting comes from

And with new features like the automatic

understanding the needs of the

Islamic Prayer Time scheduler,

In response to this need, MIBS has

audience as well as the professionals

MIBS aims to set a new standard

developed a unique and powerful

behind the mic. That’s why the company

for localised broadcast solutions.

automatic scheduler for Islamic

works closely with its clients to build

Prayer Times, now integrated into

long-term partnerships that go beyond

Join Us

Omniplayer. This feature is designed

installation and onboarding. MIBS

Whether you’re a small local station or

specifically for broadcasters in

solutions are backed by dedicated

a national broadcaster, MIBS offers the

predominantly Muslim countries,

support, continuous training and

tools, experience and vision to elevate

where accurate and timely prayer

ongoing updates that reflect industry

your operations. Join the growing list

time broadcasts are essential

trends and user feedback.

of broadcasters who trust Omniplayer

directly into the broadcast workflow.

for religious programming.

The scheduler automatically

MIBS teams combine deep broadcasting knowledge with a passion

to power their audio content – efficiently, intelligently and reliably.

calculates prayer times based on

for problem-solving, helping clients

geographic location and integrates

stay competitive, creative and in

them into the playout schedule with

control of their media ecosystems.

Contact

broadcasters can consistently deliver

Looking Forward

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accurate and respectful content to

With a strong foothold in Europe and

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their audiences, without the need

a growing presence internationally,

for constant manual updates or

MIBS is on a clear path toward

The Netherlands

interruptions in other programming.

global expansion. The company’s

precision and flexibility. This ensures

M&I Broadcast Services

www.mibroadcastservices.nl

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Offering realistic, true-to-life imagery In the ever-evolving broadcasting

products include 4K studio camera

KAIROS, the next generation IT/

industry, staying ahead of the curve

systems, the Panasonic camcorder

IP live video processing platform

is essential. Through a variety of AV

line up and remote camera systems.

True glass-to-glass solution

products and systems with functions

for the AV world

and expandability that enable

Broadcast and ProAV solutions

Complete IP workflow from

high-definition video (4K/8K) and

With the support of a true world

capture to delivery

integrated production (IP), Panasonic

leader in broadcast solutions,

provides total solutions that support

experience the freedom to tell

production through management.

your story with Panasonic’s proAV

Through years of constant innovation,

solutions. These include:

Glass-to-Glass: A New Window of Opportunity for Content Production

the company delivers cutting-edge

An extensive portfolio of camera

‘Glass-to-Glass’ is a phrase increasingly

video technology and the most natural

systems and switching solutions

talked about in the world of content

and true-to-life 4K images today.

A wide range of robotic systems

production but what is it and why

Panasonic continues to develop

such as robotic arms, motorised

does it matter? Simply put, it is the

products that support the latest

dollies and columns, elevation

content production process from lens

innovations in content creation

units and pan/tilt mechanisms

capture through to ultimate display.

including both high dynamic range

Broadcast technology leadership

and AV over IP. Other industry-leading

Continuous innovation such as

Glass-to-glass simplifies the capture to delivery process, making it faster, more flexible and more costeffective. There are an increasing number of areas where this solution is applicable. They range from traditional broadcasting, to live and web streaming of events, such as eSports competitions and music concerts, and the delivery of e-learning or business content.

Glass-to-Glass in Operations Panasonic glass-to-glass solutions can be seen in a wide variety of different uses such as in eSports.

With eSports expanding rapidly and attracting millions of followers,

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this new phenomenon has its own

typically use 4K remote controlled PTZ

the AK-UC4000 studio camera chains

unique challenges when sharing

cameras with NDI options for lecture

and AW-UE160 PTZ cameras.

tournament action with fans in

capture, IP-based automated presenter

the stadium or streaming action

tracking by movement or audio, and

migration to using the SMPTE ST

to viewers around the world.

KAIROS was part of its overarching

cloud-based lecture capture systems,

2110 IP-based transmission standard,

Panasonic has unique elements within

alongside professional production

removing much of the intermediary

its glass-to-glass solution to address these

mixers and switchers and the latest

kit and cabling at Camper Calling. It

issues. For example, thanks to optional

projection and display technology.

has also simplified the deployment

OLPF, Panasonic’s new AK-UCX100

The University of Kassel in Germany

and set-up process, seamlessly

camera system prevents any potential

has installed Panasonic’s glass-to-

integrating with existing technology,

issues with unwanted moiré screen

glass education solution that enables

and providing cutting-edge solutions

patterns when using LED screens, which

them to capture, mix, distribute and

for live festivals and events.

are commonplace in eSports studios.

display video for both on-demand

For adding augmented and virtual

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reality effects to productions, the

As content producers continue to come under increasing pressure to deliver more and more content,

AW-UE160, the AW-UE150A, as well

Live Production

faster and with less budget, the

as the AW-UE80 PTZ 4K cameras

Major live production companies

adoption of glass-to-glass solutions is

support the FreeD protocol. They can

such as Creative Technology have

a sure-fire way to ease the burden.

be used by the most popular virtual

been adopting Panasonic solutions

set systems such as Brainstorm, Ross,

for their projects around the world.

The Future Group, Vizrt and Zero

These include Panasonic’s high

Density. These types of cameras are

brightness projectors, studio cameras,

Panasonic Marketing

also perfect for capturing multiple

PTZs and KAIROS, for example at

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headshots of studio-based or remote

the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in

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players while remaining unobtrusive.

Malmö, where Creative Technology

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Sweden was the official event supplier.

Blended Learning in Education

Leading, full-service UK AV rental,

The implementation of blended

production and virtual event company,

learning in higher education has

CPL, opted for Panasonic’s state-

fundamentally changed the classroom

of-the-art live video production

set-up and the technology required for

platform, KAIROS, with the AT-

teaching effectively. These deployments

KC2000S1 mainframe, along with

Contact

Email: av_solution@ ae.panasonic.com Website: www.panasonic.com Hiroyuki Shibutani Chief Executive Officer

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Expert media playout and management solutions with features to easily manage prayer breaks in their schedules.

Over the past two years, Pebble has experienced significant growth and development within its UAE operations.

To strengthen the regional team, Pebble made four important appointments: Ziad Sanbar was promoted as Regional Solutions Manager, Christian Mesmar, serving as Product Trainer and Customer Fulfilment Engineer relocated from the UK and Belkacem Hennane was welcomed as new addition to the team.

Key Pebble customers in the MENA territory include Al-Jazeera Celebrating 25 years of expertise in

adapt quickly ensuring they remain

Media Network, Bahrain Radio and

playout automation, Pebble delivers the

cost-effective and competitive.

Television, Qatar TV, Oman TV, Jordan

most trusted, reliable and feature-rich

TV, Egyptian TV, BeIN Media Group,

solutions for broadcasters worldwide.

Pebble in the MENA

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As a leader in automation, integrated, IP

With a track record for delivering on

Incorporated, E&, OSN Network,

and virtualised playout systems, Pebble

time and against commitments, Pebble’s

Jordan Media City, CNBC Arabiya,

combines deep technical knowledge

systems control over 400 channels across

Nilesat, AL-Mashhad and many more.

with a focus on continuous innovation to

17 countries at around 70 sites across

meet the evolving needs of the industry.

the Middle East, and many more at major

Automation Solutions

With a proven track record and a

broadcasters worldwide. Pebble’s suite

Pebble’s enterprise automation software

forward-looking approach, Pebble is

of solutions manages complex workflows

platform delivers robust, best-in-class

the expert partner for hybrid cloud

and offer straightforward expansion

functionality and can flex and adapt

playout, helping broadcasters transition

capability as requirements change.

as needs change. It controls mission-

from traditional infrastructure to more

The option to display user interfaces

critical operations and is scalable

flexible IP-based technologies. Its

in Arabic allows dynamic graphics

from one to hundreds of channels.

solutions empower media organisations

control with Arabic text, providing fast

Its distributed architecture means

to operate more efficiently and

turnaround compliance workflows

resources can be utilised over multiple

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servers, and its selection of device

of compression and file formats, it can

drivers gives broadcasters freedom

mix legacy SD content with new HD

Cyber Essentials Certificate

to deploy the technology that best fits

and UHD material in the same playlist.

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the needs of their channels, whether

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legacy SDI devices or the latest IP

Remote

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and hybrid cloud technologies.

Pebble Remote delivers secure,

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

web-based monitoring, management

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Integrated Channel

and control of playout environments

Foundational Technical Review

Pebble’s scalable Integrated Channel

across single or multi-site operations.

JT-NM Tested (Joint Task Force

device offers audio, video and graphics

As broadcasters scale their services

on Networked Media)

functionality in a compact, cost-effective

and adopt hybrid workflows, Remote

format to meet ingest, channel branding

provides a centralised overview of

and frame-accurate multi-channel playout

critical systems, helping teams stay

requirements. It replicates in software all

in control – wherever they are.

the functionality of a traditional broadcast

Its configurable dashboards offer

Contact Pebble Unit 1, First Quarter Blenheim Road, Epsom

playout chain made up of single-

flexible, real-time access to live status,

purpose devices performing dedicated

playlist editing, ingest resource

functions. It can be customised for all

management and low-latency outputs

channel types, from tightly scheduled

from Pebble Integrated Channel

‘static’ channels to highly reactive

devices. Designed for operational

channels with multiple content formats,

efficiency, Remote enables teams to

complex graphics and live inserts.

identify and respond to issues quickly,

Website: www.pebble.tv

without relying on multiple operators

Samir Isbaih

With SD/HD/UHD video server, master control switcher, subtitling, captioning and channel branding functionality,

or physical access to the facility.

Whether used for on-premises,

KT19 9QN United Kingdom Tel: +44 1932 333790 Tel: +44 75 153 27779 Email: sales@pebble.tv

VP Sales - Middle East & South Asia Middle East Support Office

this solution is installed across a variety

cloud-based or hybrid deployments,

of broadcast applications including

Pebble Remote simplifies multi-

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tier one premium channels, regional

channel operations. From mission-

Dubai Media City

commercial insertion, fast to market

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integration with Pebble Automation.

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Next generation of radio automation systems GSelector, the industry’s leading music scheduling software.

GSelector’s powerful tools enable broadcasters to efficiently manage their music libraries and create highly tailored playlists. With its intuitive interface and sophisticated algorithms, GSelector allows for precise scheduling that aligns with audience preferences and station branding, ultimately improving listener engagement and station revenue.

Aquira: Streamlining Traffic and Billing Aquira is RCS’s advanced traffic and billing solution, designed to streamline RCS is a globally recognised leader

modern, cutting-edge radio automation

and automate the management

in broadcast automation, providing

system that serves both traditional

of advertising inventory. With its

innovative software solutions for radio,

and digital broadcasters. Zetta’s

powerful capabilities, Aquira helps

television and digital broadcasting.

modular design allows for seamless

broadcasters optimise their ad sales

For over four decades, RCS has been

integration, supporting everything

processes, ensure compliance and

at the forefront of transforming the

from audio playback to scheduling and

maximise revenue. The software

broadcasting industry with a wide range

metadata management. The system

also integrates seamlessly with

of products designed to streamline

ensures flexibility, scalability and

other RCS products, providing

operations and deliver high-quality

reliability, making it an ideal choice for

broadcasters with a comprehensive

content across multiple platforms.

both large and small stations across

toolset to manage both content and

terrestrial, satellite and internet radio.

commercial operations with ease.

Core Products and Solutions Zetta: A Next-Generation

GSelector: Revolutionising

ZettaCloud: A Robust

Radio Automation System

Music Scheduling

Cloud-Based Backup Solution

At the heart of RCS’s offerings is Zetta, a

Another key product from RCS is

As part of its forward-thinking

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approach, RCS has introduced ZettaCloud, a disaster recovery solution that allows broadcasters to ensure business continuity by securely backing up data in the cloud.

ZettaCloud seamlessly integrates with Zetta to automatically back up audio, schedules and metadata, allowing for quick restoration in case of disruptions. This proactive solution reduces downtime and ensures that broadcasters can continue delivering content without interruption, reinforcing RCS’s reputation for reliability.

Revma: Professional Streaming Made Simple

the listener experience with high-

Revma is RCS’s professional streaming

quality streaming capabilities.

platform, designed to provide

As digital media and broadcasting continue to evolve, RCS’s commitment to excellence ensures that its clients remain

scalable solution for reaching online

Global Reach and Client-Centric Approach

audiences. With features such as

RCS operates worldwide, with offices

to navigate the future. With its

live streaming, audio processing,

in the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific,

range of solutions, including Zetta,

listener reports and 24/7 support,

Africa and the Middle East. This

GSelector, Aquira, ZettaCloud and

Revma empowers broadcasters to

global presence allows RCS to offer

Revma, RCS stands ready to support

extend their reach across the digital

localised support to clients, ensuring

broadcasters in delivering content

space. Whether for radio stations or

that their unique broadcasting needs

that resonates with audiences

online platforms, Revma enhances

are met with tailored solutions.

and drives business success.

broadcasters with a reliable and

competitive and are equipped

RCS’s client-centric philosophy fosters long-term relationships, with many broadcasters relying on RCS products for the long-term success

Contact RCS MENA

and growth of their stations.

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Email: sales@rcsmena.com

RCS remains focused on innovation and continuing to expand its product offerings to meet the ever-changing demands of the broadcasting industry.

By integrating new technologies

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Reliable live production media tools Riedel Communications is a leading

Riedel is headquartered in Wuppertal,

Bolero: An expandable, full-roaming

provider of live production tools in

Germany, and employs over 1,000

wireless intercom system in the 1.9GHz

media, sport and entertainment.

people in 30 locations throughout

DECT and 2.4GHz frequency range that

The company’s hard and software

Europe, Australia, Asia and the Americas.

can be fully integrated into Riedel’s Artist or used in standalone mode.

solutions span distributed video and audio networks over intercom and replay solutions to WAN and

Core Products MediorNet: A distributed video

SmartPanel: Riedel’s SmartPanel is more than just an intercom panel – it

MPLS applications. Thanks to Riedel’s

infrastructure for routing, processing,

is a software-definable application

holistic approach, its three business

multi-viewing and more in SDI, IP or

platform. With the new Audio Monitoring

units – Product Division, Managed

hybrid environments – highly granular,

App, the 1200 Series SmartPanels now

Technology Division and Networks

easily scalable and infinitely flexible.

unite advanced intercom, control,

Division leverage powerful synergies

Artist: An industry-leading intercom

automation and audio monitoring

to provide flexible infrastructures,

ecosystem, renowned for its reliability,

functionalities in a single panel.

tools and services for fixed and

scalability and flexibility. The distributed

SimplyLive: The SimplyLive Production

temporary installations around the

system can be expanded from 16x16

Suite is a software-driven live production

globe. This enables Riedel customers

to 1024x1024 non-blocking ports per

platform that lets you choose from a

to run the most complex projects

2RU node and can connect several

range of application layers, tuned to

on-site, remotely, or in the cloud.

thousand subscribers via trunking.

the tasks you need to do – from live replay, ingest recording, streaming or video review to an all-in-one production solution that gives you virtually everything you need to create a show.

Riedel Managed Technology Riedel’s Managed Technology division not only delivers unified infrastructures for communications, media distribution, safety and security, but also provides systems integration, consulting and specialised solutions. These can range from customised intercom systems to Easy5G connectivity or novel RefCam POV camera angles. With a variety of visionary

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Kalaam Carrier Solutions and Riedel Networks.

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Riedel and NMK Electronics.

manufacturers, service companies

a digital solutions provider for the

and development hubs joining the

world’s largest motorsports events,

Contact

Riedel family of solutions providers in

headquartered in Bahrain. The goal

Riedel Communications – HQ

recent years, the Riedel Group is now

of this partnership is to enhance the

equipped to deliver integral turnkey

MEA region’s motorsports experience

Riedel Communications

solutions for productions of any scale.

by establishing a robust, permanent

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To draw on Riedel’s expertise,

network infrastructure for Kalaam’s

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experience and innovative strength

clients. The first stage of the ongoing

42109 Wuppertal, Germany

when planning a major event or

project reduced the round-trip delay

Tel: +49 (0) 202 292 – 90

production in the GCC or MEA,

from Riedel’s Milan POP to the Middle

contact mtsales-mea@riedel.net.

East POP from 120 to 70 milliseconds.

Website: www.riedel.net

Regional Partnerships

Major Sporting Event Partner

In March 2025, Riedel announced

All around the world, broadcasters and

a strategic partnership with NMK

production companies like NEP, AMP,

Electronics, a Midwich Group

BBC, Al Jazeera, Sky or NextRadio TV put

company and a leading distributor of

their trust in Riedel technologies. Riedel

professional audio video (AV) solutions

Communications can look back on

in the GCC. Working together, the two

over 30 years of experience with major

Riedel Communications ME FZ-LLC

companies will bring next-generation

international sporting events. Today,

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communication and signal transport

the company’s Managed Technology

PO Box: 502438, Dubai, UAE

technologies to the region, ensuring

Division provides specialised radio and

integrators and end-users benefit from

intercom systems for all races of the

Tel: +971 4 4229 574

the very best the industry has to offer.

premier class of motorsport and acts

This partnership is about more than

as technology supplier for some of the

just product distribution – it’s about

world’s largest sporting events, from

collaboration, knowledge-sharing

World Cups to Winter and Summer

and empowering AV professionals

Games. Riedel has been awarded three

International

with the right tools for success.

Sports Emmy Awards for the Red Bull

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In 2024, Riedel announced a strategic partnership between its Networks

productions – and a Technology Emmy

Division and Kalaam Carrier Solutions,

Award for its Bolero wireless intercom.

Serkan Guener (Spokesperson) Tel: +49 (0) 202 292 – 9517 Mob: +49 (0) 174 – 339 24 48 Email: serkan.guener@riedel.net Dubai Office

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Powering live productions for billions of viewers daily Founded in 1974, Ross Video

organisations such as ESL and

Products, Solutions and Services

has been delivering innovative

Bloomberg, rely on Ross solutions

Ross Video has a comprehensive

solutions for live video and event

to create and deliver high-quality

product portfolio. Their solutions span:

production worldwide for over 50

video content around the world.

Production Switchers: Industry-

years. From major broadcasters and

The company is also a key

leading Carbonite, Acuity and

sports stadiums to corporations,

technology partner for the world’s

the groundbreaking Carbonite

governments and houses of worship,

largest live events, including the

Code software-based switcher

Ross helps organisations create and

Olympics, the FIFA World Cup and

optimised for NDI workflows

share compelling live video content.

the Academy Awards. With offices,

Graphics and Virtual Solutions:

partners and support teams across the

Ross Video’s XPression real-time

content creators, including Al

Middle East, North America, Europe,

graphics is one of the most popular

Arabiya, Eurosport, BBC World and

Asia and Australia, Ross is renowned

production graphics solutions in the

Sky, trust Ross Video technology to

for their high-quality products,

market, supporting a wide range of

power their productions. In esports

extensive global support network

functionality, including data-driven

and finance sectors, powerhouse

and premium creative services.

weather, maps and AR/VR production

Major global broadcasters and

through Voyager and Lucid Hyperconverged Solutions: The Ultrix Hyperconverged platform integrates routing, multiviewing and signal processing with the latest Ultrix FR12 router and Ultrix-Dante for seamless audio workflow integration Cameras and Robotics: A full range of robotic camera solutions, including Furio, CamBot and the Artimo free-roaming robotics studio system Production Workflow and Cloud Solutions: Comprehensive endto-end news and MOS workflows using Inception NRCS, Streamline Pro MAM and Media I/O solutions

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Infrastructure and Connectivity:

enhances the user experience

workflows, optimising production

SDI, 12G, IP, hybrid workflows,

for production switchers

or pushing creative boundaries,

intelligent routing and signal

XPression Graphics: Significant

Ross is dedicated to empowering its

management solutions

improvements for more

customers to make their vision real.

Creative and Professional

robust real-time graphics

Services: Custom production

creation and deployment

solutions, creative services,

Hyperconverged Production:

consulting and industry-leading

Continued advancements in the

Ross Video EMEA

support are available 24/7/365

Ultrix platform reinforce Ross’

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Recent Innovations and Announcements boundaries of innovation.

Technology Leadership and Industry Impact

Recent developments include:

Ross continues to push the

Contact

Tel: +44 (0)1189 502446 Website: www.rossvideo.com

Ross has long been one of the

Karim Gad

Artimo: A revolutionary free-

industry’s great innovators,

roaming robotics studio system

working closely with customers

Regional Sales Manager,

offering unmatched flexibility and

and partners worldwide to drive

practicality in studio environments

product innovation, ensuring

Middle East karim.gad@rossvideo.com

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their solutions evolve to meet

Deepraj Sandhar

Cameras: Ross recently acquired

real-world challenges. Their

the EagleEye cable-based

world-class support and services

Regional Sales Manager,

camera system to expand its

extend through implementation

portfolio and complement the

and beyond, offering customers

powerful Spidercam system

confidence that they have a

TouchDrive Control Panels:

trusted technology partner by their

Introduction of the TDX series

side. Whether integrating new

Middle East deepraj.sandhar@rossvideo.com

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World-class studio solutions for broadcast and cinema Founded in Shenzhen, China, in 1993 and

first HDR-certified LED cinema system,

listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange

‘CINITY LED’, ranking No.1 globally in

since 2011 (Code: 002587), AOTO

LED cinema screen market share.

stands as a global pioneer in intelligent

Core Areas of Expertise

visual solutions. As one of China’s first LED display solution innovators, AOTO

Virtual Production Solutions (VP/XR)

brings over 30 years of specialised

TV Studio Solutions (Broadcast)

expertise in developing premium and

LED Cinema Solutions

customised solutions. AOTO’s core

Smart LED solutions for Rental,

competencies span virtual production

top Fortune 500 companies including

studios, broadcast environments and

Tencent, NVIDIA, Meta and AWS.

DOOH, Sport and Commercial Display

by world-class LED display technologies.

60 advanced TV studios for major

Virtual Production Solutions (VP/XR)

cinematic LED technologies, all powered

In broadcast, AOTO has built over

In virtual production, AOTO’s solutions

networks such as CCTV, CNN, BBC,

RM Series (LED Display Panel)

have been applied in nearly 100 medium-

TBS, MBC, Al Jazeera and MTV. While

Pixel Pitch: 1.56mm/1.95mm/2.31mm

to-large LED virtual studios worldwide.

in cinema, AOTO has partnered with a

The RM series is a star product specially

These are used across film, advertising,

leading Chinese film group to drive LED

designed for virtual production and

gaming and live broadcast, with

innovation, offering multiple DCI-certified

XR studios. With an intelligent product

trusted partnerships established with

products and introducing the world’s

design, it features 1/6 lowest scanning

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mode in the premium offer, 7680Hz

no colour cast. This allows for optimal

Key Projects

refresh rate, 99.9% DCI-P3 colour gamut

picture quality to be captured on

VP/XR Studios:

and low reflectivity, effectively reducing

camera in the studio. Features include:

the effect of other disturbing light.

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NVIDIA XR Studio

Super Load Capacity (2 tons/m )

Tencent CDD VP Studio

AOTO Full Viewing Angle Technology

The Batman Studio

SW (RGBW) Series (Ceiling Display)

High Protection

Apple TV Masters of the Air Studio

Pixel Pitch: 5.76mm

High Precision Splicing

SW(RGBW) series can achieve

Floor Installation

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dual-mode switching for virtual

Toei Studios Broadcast Studios: MBC Studios

production, highly replicating natural

TV Studio (Broadcast Products)

Al Jazeera News Studio

light. Combined with 360° full-view

CLD Series ( Mini LED )

MTV News Studio

technology, it supports multi-

Pixel Pitch:

Asharq News Studio

directional lighting, ensuring no colour

0.9375mm/1.25mm/1.5625mm

Beirut TV

bias when viewed from

The newly innovated AOTO Mini LED

Abu Dhabi TV Studio

any angle. The unique design structure,

Series is characterised by smaller

combining the two special knobs and

LED chips, more robust LED panels,

connecting pole, enhances the safety

greater air tightness and better

of installation. Features include:

optical design. It has solved the

CRI and TLC≥90

fragile problems of fine pixel LED

7680Hz refresh rate

products, unable to be repaired on-

Magnetic Front Maintenance

site and the inconsistency of surface

Dual Mode: Fill Light Mode

black colour of COB products. AOTO

and RGBW Mode

Mini LED products have obtained over 30 patents world-wide.

AE Series (Floor Display)

Contact Shenzhen AOTO Electronics Co., Ltd. Global Headquarters: 9-10F, High-tech Zone Union Tower, No. 63, Xuefu Road Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China Website: www.aoto.com Middle East Regional Office: Room 809, Jafza View 18

Pixel Pitch: 2.31mm /1.56mm

CV Series

The new generation, AE series of

Pixel Pitch: 0.9375mm/1.25mm

floor display is designed for XR Studio

/1.5625mm/1.875mm/2.5mm

applications, allowing creators to create

The CV series is characterised

more dreamy and creative spaces.

by smaller LED chips, more stable

The viewing angle of AE series can be

screen robustness and better sealing

Email: jason@aoto.com

up to 180 degrees in both vertical and

and optical design. Multiple packaging

horizontal planes, and the image can

options can be selected to better

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have superb colour consistency with

satisfy different application scenarios.

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OTT Comcast Technology Solutions Viaccess-Orca

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OTT

Connecting people to the content they love Today’s media, entertainment

as well. CTS offers decades of on-

entertainment, while also remaining

and advertising landscape is

the-ground experience, backed by

scalable for future developments

characterised by complexity on

the ingenuity, resources and scale

– and audiences – of any size.

both sides of the screen. Consider

of one of the world’s largest media

the extensive array of choices that

and entertainment companies.

are available to today’s global,

Real-World Experience As a leading content provider,

mobile, multi-device consumers.

Reliable Scale and Infrastructure

advertiser, operator and technology

Comcast Technology Solutions

Businesses utilise Comcast’s know-

company, CTS faces the same

(CTS) is dedicated to delivering

how, proven facilities, platforms

challenges that its clients face.

the technologies and services that

and infrastructure to transform the

This enables the company to

businesses need to excel in this

consumer experience – wherever

create solutions that address the

dynamic environment. CTS offers:

that experience may take place.

complexities of linear programming,

New ways to connect

Comcast’s technologies are purpose-

video on-demand (VOD), digital

programming and advertising

built for connectivity, media and

delivery and advanced advertising.

to a growing, global fanbase Automation that empowers individuals with greater control over their home and digital environments Innovations that enhance quality, accelerate commerce and reduce costs CTS solutions and services are tailored for specific media disciplines, all related in their goal of serving more valuable experiences at scale, anywhere. Through innovations like Comcast Media360 and the awardwinning Cloud Video Platform, CTS works to develop new strategies that deliver more to consumers, accelerate time to market and provide better experiences – not just for consumers but for internal teams

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Speed to Market and Scale With so many aspects of your business to focus on, dedicating time to bringing new technologies and innovations to market can be tough. By partnering with CTS, you have access to proven, scalable solutions that can take it to market faster, and scale as needed.

Trusted Partner CTS understands that you have a complicated ecosystem of your own technology, third party solutions and multiple distribution paths. As your trusted partner, CTS works with you to find the right mix of new technologies and proven workflows to optimise your customers’ quality of experience and reduce costs.

maximise the value of their content.

built to unify media planning and

Additionally, CTS and Sky have

buying, automated ad versioning,

Who CTS Serves

introduced Comcast MediaOrigination,

management, traffic, talent rights,

CTS offers a comprehensive array

enabling providers in various regions

metadata, and distribution for linear

of products, managed services, and

to add services and launch new

and digital destinations in a single

self-serve solutions designed to

channels quickly and seamlessly.

suite. AdFusion offers a full global ad

positively impact your customers’

distribution footprint that supports

experiences, your employees’

MVPDs and Operators

the standards for every major global

experiences, and your bottom line.

The company has been serving

market to get the right ad version

multichannel video programming

to any screen, anytime, anywhere.

Streaming and Broadcast Providers

distributors (MVPDs) and pay TV

CTS has reimagined the end-to-end

Powered by the infrastructure built for

Contact

experience for broadcast and OTT

itself, CTS provides innovations from

Comcast Technology Solutions

providers with the recent launch

broadcast (satellite and terrestrial)

of Comcast Media360, offering

and OTT delivery to the latest in

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‘your straight line to everywhere’.

demand-side advertising management

This service delivers direct-to-

technology. EntertainmentOS,

Website: www.comcasttechnology

consumer experiences, live linear

its new platform for connecting

programming, VOD through the

consumers with the content they

solutions.com

new Comcast MediaExpress service,

love, and dynamic new Connected

advertising, and more, all from a

Living and smart home solutions,

single, streamlined partner model.

are just two new ways that CTS is

From its signature Cloud Video

helping MVPDs and Operators build

Platform, innovations in metadata

more value with their customers.

operators in the USA for over 30 years.

and rights management, to VideoAI, the award-winning AI/ML framework

Advertisers

for video workflows, providers

AdFusion, CTS’ comprehensive

worldwide are partnering with CTS to

ad management platform, is

Centennial, CO 80122 , USA

Kelvin Bolah Senior Director, EMEA and APAC Email: Kelvin_Bolah@comcast.com

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Segment-driven solutions for a fragmented industry media organisation require flexible solutions tailored to their unique requirements and objectives. VO’s modular E2E offering enhances quality of experience, viewer engagement and content delivery for all industry players – whether they are an operator or network, content provider or any other business in the media ecosystem.

Fast Innovation, FutureReady Monetisation To support monetisation, VO offers advanced advertising solutions that enable accurate, audiencebased targeting and precise Viaccess-Orca (VO) is a leading provider

personalisation and recommendations,

group segmentation, ensuring

of data-driven, end-to-end solutions

audience-based advertising and

smooth and engaging experience

that empower operators, broadcasters

fully customisable apps, as well as a

for all viewers across models like

and service providers to deliver,

holistic security framework covering

AVOD, FAST and linear TV.

secure and monetise premium viewing

everything from content protection

experiences across every screen.

to anti-piracy services. All offerings

audience-based targeting and fine-

As a subsidiary of the Orange

are fully adaptable to the specific

tuned personalisation, helping service

needs of each market player.

providers increase ad relevance,

Group, VO brings decades of award-

The VO Segmenter enables accurate

improve CPM and reduce churn. By

winning expertise, supporting over

The Perfect Match for Any TV Business

leveraging granular segmentation,

a comprehensive portfolio that includes a data-driven platform

In a fragmented and highly competitive

experiences that align with viewer

with embedded value-adding

market, the diverse needs and

preferences, boosting engagement

features. These include AI-powered

value-chain challenges of each

and monetisation potential.

100 customers worldwide with

operators can deliver tailored ad

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Delivering the Ultimate Sports Experience Live sport remains one of the most powerful forms of entertainment and VO is helping customers deliver exceptional experiences that go beyond the game itself.

With low-latency streaming, features like co-watching, multiview, gaming overlays and immersive experiences that engage viewers through VR and AR technologies, VO enables broadcasters and content providers to elevate sports viewing across every screen. These interactive capabilities are fully backed by VO’s awardwinning Secure Video Player and its

and ambitions. “The MENA region

At Viaccess-Orca, we are proud to

robust, forensic Watermarking as a

is rapidly emerging as a vibrant hub

contribute to this exciting evolution

Service (WaaS) which supports the

for digital transformation, driven by

by empowering the MENA region

rapid detection of illegal streams.

growing appetite for richer, cross-

with our modular and future-

media experiences. With the rise of

ready solutions, helping to elevate

Driving Growth Across the MENA Region

high-quality local productions and the

storytelling, engagement and

integration of premium international

innovation across every screen.”

With growing demand for premium,

content, the region is solidifying

personalised viewing experiences

its position as a key player in the

across the Middle East and North

global entertainment landscape.

Africa, VO continues to invest in local

This momentum is further

partnerships and market support.

amplified by the region’s deep-

Ali Amazouz, Business Development

rooted passion for sports, which is

Director, MENA, leads regional efforts

extending the reach and accessibility

and is focused on aligning VO’s

of live experiences through cutting-

global innovation with local needs

edge, immersive technologies.

Contact Viaccess-Orca Tour Egée, 16th Floor 9,11 Allée de l’Arche, 92400 La Défense, Paris, France Dubai Internet City Al Thuraya Tower 1 Office 1804 (18th floor) PO Box 500081, Dubai, UAE ali.amazouz@viaccess-orca.com Website: www.viaccess-orca.com

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Satellite Es’hailSat, Qatar Satellite Company

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High-powered satellites for the region to provide for TV distribution,

Es’hail-1.

telecoms and government services.

Es’hailSat delivers premium satellite capacity in the MENA region together with a 50,000 sq.m Teleport facility that is WTA Tier-4 certified in addition to having multiple ISO certifications. Es’hail-1 and Es’hail-2 further boost broadcasting and global connectivity for Qatar and the entire MENA region. Having both Ku-band and Ka-band capacity at the 25.5⁰E/26⁰E hotspot position enables Es’hailSat to provide the region with the most advanced and

Es’hailSat, the Qatar Satellite Company,

Es’hail-1 carries Ku-band and Ka-

sophisticated services in broadcast,

is the national satellite operator for

band payloads, and supports

telecommunications and broadband.

the State of Qatar based in Doha.

broadcast, telecommunications

Es’hailSat was established in 2010 to

and government sectors. Es’hailSat

Tier-4 Certified Teleport for MENA

manage and develop Qatar’s presence

also helps establish secure and

The Es’hailSat Teleport is a 50,000 sq.m

in space. The company provides

dedicated services including DTH,

facility which is WTA Tier-4 certified

independent, high-quality, advanced

playout, broadband internet access,

and provides satellite Telemetry,

satellite services to broadcasters,

corporate networks, backhauling

Tracking and Commanding (TT&C)

businesses and governments across

and mission critical services using

operations and capacity management,

the MENA region and beyond.

fixed or mobile antennas.

together with a wide range of

Es’hail-2, the company’s second

teleport services such as uplink,

Satellites – Es’hail-1 / Es’hail-2

satellite was launched in 2018 and is

downlink, contribution, multiplexing,

Es’hailSat started operations of

co-located with Es’hail-1 at the MENA

encoding, playout, VSAT hub services,

its first satellite Es’hail-1 in 2013,

broadcast hotspot of 25.5⁰E/26⁰E

hosting services, data centre,

supporting key broadcasters in the

orbital location. Es’hail-2 is a high-

cloud and a host of other services

region, beIN Sports and Al Jazeera

powered, advanced satellite with both

for the company’s stakeholders,

Media Network. Located at 25.5⁰E,

Ku-band and Ka-band capabilities

customers and business partners.

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Solving Challenges of Interference for MENA Broadcasters As secure transmissions continue to be of paramount importance in the MENA region, Es’hailSat is working with various parties to reduce and eliminate satellite interference and provide secure transmission networks for its customers. Es’hailSat satellites have been designed and built with anti-jamming capabilities that help avoid any intentional or unintentional interference. This is critical for customers operating mission

Es’hailSat Teleport.

critical work and for broadcasters who value uninterrupted signals.

Customers can leverage on Es’hailSat’s

services for Qatar and the region

In addition, geo-location system is

satellites and teleport infrastructure

that helps drive home-grown

available at the teleport to accurately

with services such as playout, linear TV,

innovation and stimulate development

identify origins of any interference

video-on-demand and high-definition

of solutions that support VSAT, voice,

and take appropriate action with

TV among others. Es’hailSat recently

data and broadband business via

or against the interfering party.

launched playout and media services

satellite. Es’hailSat has kept up with

as well as Digital Satellite News

the rapidly evolving space industry

Gathering (DSNG) and OB van services

through partnerships with leading

catering to Qatar and the MENA region.

regional and international satellite

Premium Content on Es’hail-1 and Es’hail-2 Es’hail-1 and Es’hail-2 demonstrate the

operators around the globe and

value of Es’hailSat’s offering in terms of

Telecommunication Services

continues to spread its reach via

technical capabilities and performance,

Es’hailSat provides a range of satellite

channel partners across multiple

and in terms of independence and

and world-class communications

verticals and geographies.

security of the content broadcast. In addition to providing transmission

Contact

for established news, sports and entertainment channels, a growing

Es’hailSat,

number of new channels from around

Qatar Satellite Company

the region are choosing Es’hailSat

Property No. 414

to broadcast across the MENA

Al Markhiya Street No. 380

region making 25.5⁰E/26⁰E truly a

Area No. 31, Umm Lakhba

hotspot for satellite TV channels.

PO Box 10653, Doha, Qatar

Broadcast Services

Tel: +974 4499 3535

Operating from the MENA orbital

Fax: +974 4499 3504

hotspot of 25.5⁰E/26⁰E, covering key

Email: info@eshailsat.qa

consumer markets in the GCC and

(general enquiries)

North Africa, Es’hailSat’s high-powered

Email: sales@eshailsat.qa

satellites provide key infrastructure to networks and broadcasters to distribute TV channels directly to consumers via small satellite dishes.

Ali Al Kuwari, President and CEO, Es’hailSat.

(products & services enquiries) Website: www.eshailsat.qa

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Service Provider Amagi iKOMG

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Powering the new video economy and caters to over 50 billion ad opportunities. As a pioneer in FAST solutions, Amagi offers the widest, best-in-class distribution network in excess of 150+ platforms, worldwide.

The company has a presence in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Toronto, Mexico City, London, Paris, Dubai, Sydney, Seoul and Singapore; broadcast operations in New Delhi and innovation centres in Bengaluru, Zagreb and Łódź.

Customer Portfolio Broadcast TV Networks: Hearst Networks UK, NBCUniversal, ABS-CBN,

Amagi’s headquarters in Bengaluru, India.

Fox Networks, Paramount, Tegna, ITV, Sinclair Broadcast Group and

Amagi is a next-generation Emmy award-

video workflow, strong programmatic

winning media technology company

ad backbone and a vibrant content and

that provides glass-to-glass solutions for

ad marketplace. Amagi provides the

managing, distributing and monetising

necessary infrastructure, technology

Banijay, SBT, BBC, Cox Media Group,

video at scale – be it live, linear or

and market access to address these

ABC Australia, Lionsgate, DAZN,

on-demand. In a world of the new

complex requirements. Customers

CondeNast, Globo, Tennis Channel,

video economy, content brands want

benefit from cloud modernisation

NHL, Blue Ant Media, Spotify,

frictionless distribution to any platform

through effective cloud migration

Tastemade, FilmRise, Vevo, Warner

they seek. Video service providers want

providing scale, flexibility and reliability

Music Group, XITE, Hallmark, CNN

access to limitless content to cater to

with cost-optimised operations. Amagi

and Euronews, among others

ever-changing viewer preferences,

brings about streaming unification to

and advertisers want targeted reach

manage live, linear and VOD – all in a

Streaming TV Platforms: Samsung

to an audience they are looking for.

single platform, as well as monetise

TV Plus, The Roku Channel, Amazon

content via CTV advertising.

Prime Video (Amazon Freevee), LG

Amagi believes that in order to navigate the new video economy, customers need

Supporting over 800 content brands,

Nexstar Media Group, among others Content Owners: Fremantle,

Channels, Tubi, VIZIO, DIRECTV, Plex,

four key pillars to succeed – a robust

Amagi manages 850+ playout chains,

Rakuten TV, Peacock, Virgin Media,

cloud-based infrastructure, unified

facilitates 5,000+ channel deliveries

Vodafone and Astro, among others

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Single Live Events A cloud-based live production and playout system, Amagi DYNAMIC empowers rights owners and holders to launch single live events. It allows users to spin up cloud infrastructure for the duration of the event and spin it down when the event ends, helping overcome the unyielding limitations of expensive, hardwaredriven infrastructure. Amagi DYNAMIC primarily caters to rights owners and holders of live sport, music, news and special events. It helps efficiently manage infrastructure resources, run

Amagi LIVE Playout.

multiple live events in parallel, expand distribution, engage viewers and

to different destinations simultaneously,

frame accuracy, add branding elements,

increase ad revenue, all while providing

as Tellyo STUDIO supports a wide range

overlays and graphics, and apply multiple

immediate and demonstrable ROI.

of protocols, codes, aspect ratios, bitrates

aspect ratios before publishing across

and framerates at both ingest and

100+ destinations in less than 30 seconds.

Cloud-Native Live Video Production

output. Enrich viewer experience with

Use live event metadata to automate and

broadcast quality graphics and automatic

speed up video production workflows.

Reimagine remote live content

source synchronisation to bring multiple

Restream content to OTT and CDN

production with Amagi’s Tellyo Stream

camera angles onto the screen.

streaming destinations simultaneously.

switcher/mixing environments with full

Live Clipping, Editing and Publishing

AI-powered Programme Scheduling

control over audio, graphics, replays,

Lightning-fast, intuitive, short-form video

With its acquisition of Argoid AI, an

remote contributors and up to 24

creation platform to produce single clips,

advanced AI company that specialises

frame-synced incoming sources. Deliver

highlights and montages of live or VOD

in content recommendations and

multiple streams of custom configuration

content. Edit content seamlessly with

programming automation for OTT

STUDIO by enabling a single-operator or entire production team’s live video

platforms, Amagi has enhanced its ability to offer efficient content planning, distribution and monetisation solutions.

Contact Amagi 4th floor, Raj Alkaa Park Kalena Agrahara Bannerghatta Road Bangalore 560 076, India Website: amagi.com Sri Hari T. SVP, Sales & Business Head - EMEA Amagi’s Tellyo STUDIO with a new fully customisable live production interface.

Email: cloudandme@amagi.com

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SERVICE PROVIDER

Complete broadcasting seamlessly delivered iKO Media Group (iKOMG) is a global

advanced cloud-based services,

through powerful, flexible delivery

powerhouse in broadcasting services,

from cloud playout and channel

solutions. From esports and regional

offering comprehensive end-to-end

origination to scalable OTT and

entertainment to emerging sports like

media solutions tailored for content

FAST channel delivery. Currently

padel and faith-based programming

owners, broadcasters and media

supporting over 420 channels

through its dedicated platform,

platforms worldwide. Positioned at

worldwide, iKO Media Group offers

Faith Beyond, iKOMG provides the

the intersection of innovation and

reliable, scalable broadcast operations

infrastructure and expertise to

flexibility, iKOMG delivers broadcast

that give clients the confidence

bring specialised content to life. The

and streaming services with precision,

to grow their global reach fast.

company’s global teleports, cloud-

speed, and scale – making it the

based workflows and customisable

trusted partner for content distribution

Tailored for the Future of Content

OTT platforms give content owners

across any screen, anywhere.

Built to serve a dynamic and diverse

the tools to launch, manage and

media landscape, iKO Media Group

grow their channels with confidence

supports both broad distribution

– reaching the right audiences on

and niche content engagement

the right platforms, every time.

Strategic Infrastructure, Global Delivery With a network of robust infrastructures – including three strategically located teleport facilities in Slovenia, Rome and the Middle East, and cutting-edge digital platforms, iKO Media Group supports seamless media delivery over satellite, fibre, IP, OTT and cloud. These worldclass teleports are the backbone of the company’s global operations, built for redundancy, security and highperformance broadcast-grade delivery.

Cloud Solutions for a Fast-Moving Industry As the industry evolves, iKOMG continues to expand its suite of

SERVICE PROVIDER

iKOMG Brands

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iKOMG OU – Occasional

delivery. Built for fans of the rapidly

Use, Exceptional Delivery

growing sport of padel, this platform

eCLUTCH is iKOMG’s cutting-edge

iKOMG OU specialises in Occasional

integrates live broadcast, tournament

esports content ecosystem uniting

Use (OU) broadcast services tailored

coverage and fan engagement into

competitive gaming, fandom and

for the dynamic demands of live sports,

one sleek experience. It’s where sports

broadcast-grade delivery into one

events and special transmissions.

passion meets digital innovation.

powerhouse platform. With a plug-and-

With rapid deployment capabilities

play premium bouquet of linear and

and access to global satellite and IP

Partner With iKOMG

FAST channels, VOD libraries and live

networks, iKOMG OU ensures flawless,

From channel origination to OTT

tournament coverage, eCLUTCH brings

high-quality coverage, whether it’s a

platforms, from teleport facilities to

the pulse of esports directly to traditional

major tournament, breaking news, or

cloud playout, iKO Media Group is your

payTV. Designed for multiscreen access

a one-off live feed. Flexible, reliable

full-service broadcast partner – agile

and global audiences, it is the ultimate

and expertly managed, OU services

enough to adapt, powerful enough to

gateway to reach Gen Z, Millennial and

are built to perform under pressure,

scale, and always focused on helping

Gen Alpha viewers through immersive,

delivering broadcast-grade results

your content reach its fullest potential.

interactive experiences. Backed by

whenever and wherever they’re needed.

eCLUTCH – No Borders, Just Game

satellite broadcast expertise from

Contact

iKOMG, eCLUTCH delivers non-stop

MENAFLIX – OTT, the MENA Way

esports action anywhere, anytime.

MENAFLIX is iKOMG’s proprietary OTT

iKOMG

platform created for the MENA, offering

Churestrasse 135

end-to-end video delivery – from

CH-8808 Pfäffikon, Switzerland

STN – Global Teleport Excellence A cornerstone of iKO Media Group,

encoding and CDN to app development

STN is a state-of-the-art teleport facility

and monetisation tools. Whether for live

in Slovenia, offering satellite, IP, cloud

TV or on-demand libraries, MENAFLIX

and OTT distribution to media clients

gives broadcasters and content owners

across the globe. Known for its security,

a powerful, white-label platform to

redundancy and reliability, STN ensures

engage audiences across the region.

Email: sales@ikomg.com Website: www.ikomg.com Jade Hush Media & Television

uninterrupted delivery with unrivalled uptime and support. From playout to

Tel: +39 06 6935 0665

PadelTime – Sports Meets Streaming

channel delivery, STN is synonymous

PadelTime represents iKOMG’s push

with broadcast-grade performance.

into live sport and niche content

Marketing Manager Email: jh@ikomg.com

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Systems Integrator Assendive Communications

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SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR

Expanding horizons Assendive Communications group

Expansion and Milestones

demand for its products and services.

continues to expand its services and

Assendive Communications has

Additionally, Assendive has launched

project portfolio with new territories

expanded its footprint through

several new products and services

of operation as well as solutions and

project implementation in the

that have set new industry standards.

products. The group continues to offer

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and aims

the best of breed solutions and has

to extend its reach to the African

Innovation in Technology

been recognised with new projects and

continent in the next 12 months.

In the past year, Assendive

engagements worldwide. Assendive

Opening new offices in key markets

Communications partnered with

has been successful in serving a

is part of the company’s focus.

groundbreaking technologies such as

multitude of customers including

This strategic expansion will allow

DRM and Active Antennae Monitoring

government and private broadcasters,

the company to cater to a broader

to enhance its solutions portfolio and

equipment vendors and local partners.

client base and meet the growing

to address bespoke requirements of

SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR

customers. The requirements for

durability and performance,

digital transmission technologies such

ensuring seamless connectivity

Contact

as DAB, DRM and DTV have driven

for clients across various terrains

Assendive Communications

the company to offer pioneering

and environments. With the

LLC – UAE

solutions for head-end requirements.

increase in adaptation of its towers

Office 516, 5th Floor

Furthermore, Assendive

in several markets, Assendive

Rasis Business Centre

regularly innovates its services and

continues to enhance its offering

partner technology offerings.

with customised solutions.

Specialisation in DAB and DRM

Traditional Services Portfolio

Assendive Communications has

Assendive’s traditional services

reinforced its status as a frontrunner

portfolio has been its operational

Email: info@assendive.com

in digitalising radio broadcasts

mainstay. Through improved

Website: www.assendive.com

through the active promotion of

efficiency, the company continues to

Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)

acquire new projects and customers.

and Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM).

With expertise in these areas,

Al Mafraq Road, Al Barsha 1 PO Box 62175 Dubai, UAE Tel: +971 4 220 4073

Assendive Communications LLC – Oman

Systems Integration

Assendive has promoted the

Systems integration is an integral part

relevant technologies of applicable

of the corporate value addition to

cases and regulatory bodies in

customers. Assendive’s knowledgeable

several regions. It caters to the

skill set, and technology partnerships

evolving needs of broadcasters

ensure smooth implementation

and has provided advisory and

of simple to complex projects.

consultancy services worldwide.

Consultancy

Upcoming Release: Broadcast Transmission Network Monitoring Tool

Assendive provides a wide range of

In response to industry demand,

Flat No.88, Building No.40 Plot No. 1349, Area 45 Bousher – Ghala Industrial Muscat, Sultanate of Oman Tel: +968 24992536 Assendive Communications LLC – KSA Building No 2537 Sultana Street

consultancy services to its customers.

Al Badiah District Riyadh

This is a key factor for customers

Postal Code 12748

requiring change management.

Kingdom of Saudia Arabia

Assendive Communications announced the upcoming

Tel: +966 559200059

Project Management

development of its simple and

Vast experience in the field ensures

Assendive Communications

innovative broadcast transmission

projects are well-executed by an

network monitoring tool. It provides

expert project management team.

(Pvt) Ltd – Sri Lanka

real-time insights and diagnostics, enabling broadcasters to maintain

Managed Services

optimal transmission performance

The Assendive team offers the most

and quickly address issues.

comprehensive, cost-effective and professional managed service portfolio

Design, Build and Supply of Towers

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offering great value to customers.

76/9 Jothikarama Road Kalalgoda Pannipittiya Sri Lanka Tel: +94 740042713 Assendive Communications Inc – Canada

Assendive Communications takes

Network Planning of Digital Radio

212 Smoothwater Terrace

pride in offering a comprehensive

and TV (DTT & DAB) systems

Markham

range of transmission towers,

Assendive continues to provide

Ontario L6B 0M8

designed, built and supplied by an

specialised services for network

Canada

expert team. Towers are engineered

planning, recognised by broadcasters

to meet the highest standards of

and regulators worldwide.

Tel: +1 416 840 9009

Index

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Amagi

68

Guntermann & Drunck GmbH (G&D)

38

Assendive Communications

74

iKOMG

70

Backlight

24

Lawo

40

Broadpeak

26

M&I Broadcast Services

42

BS Broadcast Trading FZE

20

Master Media

16

Cleeng FZ LLC

28

Panasonic Marketing Middle East and Africa FZE

44

Cobalt Digital Inc.

30

Pebble

46

Comcast Technology Solutions

58

RCS

48

Deltatre

32

Riedel Communications

50

Es’hailSat, Qatar Satellite Company

64

Ross Video EMEA

52

FOR-A Company Limited

34

Shenzhen AOTO Electronics Co., Ltd.

54

Fujifilm Middle East FZE

36

Viaccess-Orca

60

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