Montreux Jazz Festival has announced a new multi-year collaboration with Gravity Media, a global leader in live production and content, and media services and facilities, who will become the Festival’s Audio Visual Production Provider following a robust proposal process for a 3+2-year agreement.
Gravity Media will work in close collaboration with Montreux Media Ventures (MMV), the Festival’s dedicated audiovisual production arm, to deliver world-class live and recorded coverage across the Festival’s stages, platforms and broadcast partners.
Gravity Media succeeds RTS (Radio Télévision Suisse), the Swiss public broadcaster, who has worked with the Festival for the last five years and will remain a key Montreux Jazz Festival partner.
2026 marks the 60th edition of the legendary festival, which has welcomed some of greatest artists of all time to the shores of Lake Geneva, from David Bowie and Prince to Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Quincy Jones, Bob Dylan, Elton John, Kendrick Lamar, Nina Simone and many more.
MMV has developed a distinctive approach to live music production that applies the emotional grammar of cinema – movement, narrative progression, spatial depth and refined colour authenticity – to live broadcast, transforming coverage into immersive storytelling.
Rather than simply documenting performances, MMV’s philosophy is to translate the feeling of being inside the venue for audiences watching around the world, using storytelling through editing, audience POV shots, and a deliberate progression from wide shots to close-ups to build emotional momentum.
The partnership will build on the Festival’s advanced technical and creative production model, including a UHD S-Log3 master workflow and real-time development for broadcast delivery via a live colour grading station, ensuring show-specific control and a consistent “Montreux look” that remains faithful to each artist’s stage design and lighting
Gravity Media is deploying its Nova 105 outside broadcast vehicle, in full IP delivery mode, configured across two stages within a single XXL truck to provide enhanced production capacity and flexibility. The system supports P25 camera formats and wide-sensor camera workflows, including Sony Venice II integration, enabling premium cinematic output. The agreement forms part of a multi-year contract and includes dedicated technical staffing to ensure consistent, high-level operational support.
Nick Bonard, CEO of Montreux Media Ventures, said: “Since 1967, the Montreux Jazz Festival has been a pioneer in technological and artistic innovation. Our new collaboration with Gravity Media builds on this legacy, enhancing our distinctive cinematic approach to live music production and taking the festival’s world-class performances to new creative heights.”
Chris Demeulemeester responsible for International Projects & Sales at Gravity Media said:
“Gravity Media is widely recognised for delivering world-class sports coverage, but this iconic music event is another fantastic opportunity to showcase the breadth of our end-to-end media services and facilities capabilities. Large-scale live music productions demand the same precision, technical excellence and collaborative approach as major sporting events. Our team thrives on capturing the atmosphere, scale and emotion of these moments, and we’re proud to bring our proven live broadcast capabilities to yet another landmark event on the global stage.”
Alongside live festival coverage, MMV will also begin producing monthly livestreams of legendary performances its UNESCO-registered audiovisual collection in the coming months. The series will begin in February with Alanis Morissette: Live at Montreux (2012), with further iconic shows to follow.
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Our team covered the 77th edition of the UCI World Championship in Hulst, one of the largest sporting events in the region’s history. After two days of setup, we delivered three full days of live production. In this video, you can see our crew building the entire production infrastructure, installing every camera, and preparing everything for broadcast: UCI World Championship Hulst
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Tijdens de jaarlijkse bijeenkomst van het World Economic Forum (WEF) in 2026 slaan het WEF en Gravity Media de handen in elkaar voor een vooruitstrevende mediasamenwerking die de klassieke broadcastmodellen fundamenteel hertekent. Voor het eerst wordt het volledige broadcast- en mediagebeuren remote aangestuurd vanuit de televisiestudio’s van Gravity Media in Vilvoorde. Via live remote verbindingen, een software-defined IP-architectuur en een schaalbare cloudmediaoplossing worden alle televisiebeelden geproduceerd alsof Davos zich letterlijk in België bevindt.
Remote productie met maximale efficiëntie
Camera’s staan fysiek opgesteld in Davos, terwijl regisseurs, vision mixers, technische crews en cameramensen in Vilvoorde opereren. Dankzij het IP-gebaseerde concept worden alle live feeds in realtime verwerkt, gemonteerd en distributieklaar gemaakt in België.
Deze aanpak verlaagt drastisch de ecologische voetafdruk door het beperken van internationale verplaatsingen en verhoogt de operationele efficiëntie en betrouwbaarheid. Daarnaast garandeert dit een consistente broadcastkwaliteit op wereldniveau en is dit veiliger voor onze medewerkers.
Exclusieve distributie & digitale kanalen
Naast de tv-productie verzorgt Gravity Media Belgium via een exclusief distributiecontract ook alle webstreaming, de socialmediacontent van het WEF, de multichanneldistributie naar internationale platformen en IPTV-diensten.
De beelden die dagelijks in het journaal van Davos worden uitgezonden, of rechtstreekse verbindingen met het White House, verlopen via Vilvoorde en worden hier dus volledig productieklaar gemaakt en wereldwijd verspreid.
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Gravity Media en het World Economic Forum tonen hiermee aan dat innovatie, duurzaamheid en kwaliteit perfect hand in hand kunnen gaan.
Davos comes to Vilvoorde for a week: World Economic Forum and Gravity Media Belgium redefine global media workflows
During the 2026 annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), the WEF and Gravity Media are joining forces in a forward-looking media partnership that redefines traditional broadcast workflows. For the first time, the entire broadcast and media operation will be remotely controlled from Gravity Media’s television studios in Vilvoorde, Belgium. Using live remote connections, a software-defined IP architecture, and a scalable cloud-based media solution, all television content is produced as if Davos were physically located in Belgium.
Remote production with maximum efficiency
Cameras are physically installed in Davos, while directors, vision mixers, technical crews, and camera operators work from Vilvoorde. Thanks to the IP-based setup, all live feeds are processed, edited, and made ready for distribution in real time in Belgium.
This approach dramatically reduces the environmental footprint by limiting international travel, while increasing operational efficiency and reliability. It also guarantees consistent, world-class broadcast quality and provides a safer working environment for staff.
Exclusive distribution and digital channels
In addition to TV production, Gravity Media Belgium is also responsible, under an exclusive distribution agreement, for all WEF web streaming, social media content, and multi-channel distribution to international platforms and IPTV services.
Footage broadcast daily in the Davos news coverage, as well as live connections with the White House, all pass through Vilvoorde, where they are fully produced and then distributed worldwide.
A future-focused media model
This innovative approach demonstrates that cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and production quality can operate in perfect harmony, setting a new standard for international media coverage.
Gravity Media, a global leader in production and content and media services and facilities, has announced the renewal of its long-standing relationship with the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM), one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious automobile clubs, founded in 1890.
The new multi-year agreement continues Gravity Media’s role as a trusted broadcast partner for Monaco’s most iconic motorsport events.
Under the renewed contract, Gravity Media will continue to deliver host and co-host live coverage of all racing events taking place on the street circuit of Monaco. The agreement marks the extension of a relationship that began in 1998, which has evolved alongside the Principality’s motorsport calendar to incorporate new formats and technologies.
Gravity Media’s team in Belgium will continue facilitating the production requirements for these world-renowned events, in collaboration with Gravity Media’s French team who is responsible for delivering the RF facilities, with the technical and operational backing from the global Gravity Media team.
The onsite coverage utilises one of Gravity Media’s large flypack production systems specifically designed to meet the distinctive challenges of capturing the live coverage from Monaco’s street circuit.
For the Historic Grand Prix, editorial enhancements are delivered by Boost Graphics, Gravity Media’s creative agency specialising in live graphics, design, and virtual production. Using pixel tracking and other advanced storytelling tools, Boost continues to bring the historical atmosphere of the event to life for audiences around the world.
John Newton, Chairman and CEO of Gravity Media said:
“We’re honoured to extend our relationship with the Automobile Club de Monaco, an organisation that embodies the heritage and excellence of motorsport. This renewal underscores the trust ACM places in Gravity Media’s production expertise, technical innovation, and long-standing commitment to delivering world-class coverage from one of motorsport’s most iconic locations.”
Gravity Media is home to a vibrant community of content creators united by a passion for storytelling and technical excellence. At the heart lies a longstanding tradition of delivering premium content and world-class live productions for some of the biggest brands in sport and entertainment.
Operating daily at the top tier of global broadcasting, Gravity Media provides fully integrated, end-to-end solutions across every project from concept to transmission. This unwavering commitment to quality and innovation continues to position Gravity Media as a trusted leader in live production and cutting-edge broadcast technology worldwide.
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Gravity Media Belgium has successfully obtained its first ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, officially awarded by the certification body Brand Compliance. Confirming that information security is structurally and sustainably embedded within Gravity Media Belgium.
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is the leading global standard for information security management. The standard requires a systematic approach to protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information.
This is particularly relevant given the type of data Gravity Media Belgium handles, including client and contact information, operational and project-related data, content and production data, contractual information, and other confidential business information from clients and partners. With this certification, Gravity Media Belgium, demonstrates that these types of data are carefully protected against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
A Company-Wide Effort
The certification is the result of a process spanning over one year, involving the entire organisation. During the implementation phase, risks related to data processing and information flows were mapped, security measures were strengthened, and processes were aligned with the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001:2022. In addition to technical measures, such as access controls and system security, emphasis was placed on clear governance, documented procedures, and high security awareness among employees who work with sensitive information daily.
The certification process consisted of two formal audit stages. The Stage 1 audit assessed the information security management system’s design, completeness, and maturity. This was then followed by Stage 2 of the audit, where over a total duration of ten days, the system’s practical operation was thoroughly tested.
Trust and Continuity
By achieving the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, Gravity Media Belgium strengthens the trust of clients, partners, and other key stakeholders. Underscoring Gravity Media’s careful handling of entrusted data confirms that information security is an integral part of daily operations. Furthermore, it enhances Gravity Media’s ability to participate in tenders requiring the ISO certification plus sustainably expand with existing collaborations.
Gravity Media Belgium thanks all their employees for their dedication, engagement, and transparency throughout the audit process. The awarding of the certificate in December 2025 marks an important milestone and provides a solid foundation for the continuous improvement of information security in the future.
Last Sunday, we organised our Friends & Family Day. It was an amazing day with more than 500 colleagues, friends, and family members, including a few colleagues from the Netherlands.
There was enjoyment for everyone: studio tours, hands-on camera experiences, a bike course, live music, green screen acting, great food, refreshing drinks, and much more.
A big thank you to everyone who came along and made the day such a success!
Check out our aftermovie here and other pictures from this magnificent day!
Gravity Media, the leading force in production and content, media services and facilities, has successfully delivered the World Athletics Championships 2025, for HBS and Tata, the Host Broadcasters of the event, hosted at Tokyo’s National Stadium from 13th-21st September 2025.
Gravity Media provided the full technical infrastructure and operational expertise capturing the event for millions of viewers around the globe as the World Athletics Championships celebrated its 20th edition, welcoming over 2,000 athletes from almost 200 nations, competing across 49 track and field events.
Returning to Tokyo for the first time since 1991, the competition featured nine days of world-class athletics, spanning sprints, field events, relays, and long-distance races. Gravity Media’s strong technical team of 68 oversaw a fully IP-based production environment, powered by diPloy and Gravity Media’s scalable and modular ST2100 IP broadcast concept.
At the heart of the operation, five production galleries were situated in mobile production units, all linked by a centralised IP network management system. This is the same proven solution that Gravity Media successfully deployed for the Opening Ceremony and Athletics competition in Paris 2024.
A dedicated Gravity diPloy flight-pack also provided the international feeds for the event. Composed of two production clusters, around 200 switches were connected, 1,400 nodes were in operation, and more than 9,000 audio and video streams flowed across the IP network, reaching a total of 310,000 unique IP senders. This was one of the largest diPloy deployments to date and a prime example of the type of large-scale, complex project that IP and automation were designed to handle.
The tournament coverage was captured using over 75 camera channels, supported by Gravity Media’s specialist camera systems including a 110-metre railcam, and vertical track rigs, all operated by Gravity Media’s dedicated crews to provide dynamic and overhead perspectives.
25 EVS VIA servers with clip management feeding into the World Athletics online MAM system handled replays and content, plus 115 intercom panels were deployed to ensure seamless communication between the production team throughout the event.
To ensure a unified delivery, Gravity Media’s specialist equipment was shipped from Brussels via sea freight, and over 28 tonnes of broadcast equipment departed via air freight to ensure timely on-site integration.
Chris Demeulemeester – International Projects & Sales commented:
“We’re delighted to have delivered a full suite of production, content, and media services for one of the most prestigious athletics events on the calendar. Our cutting-edge IP workflows, specialist crews, and global-scale logistics ensured an exceptional viewing experience for audiences worldwide.”
The World Athletics Championships 2025 saw the world’s best athletes compete in across nine thrilling days, with Gravity Media playing a role to ensure every moment of the action was captured in spectacular detail for viewers across the globe.
Bart Lucassen – HBS, Director of Logistics and Engineering & Etienne Godart – HBS, Head of Live Broadcast Solutions:
“We enjoyed a strong delivery from Gravity Media, with their technical solutions allowing us a seamlessly project delivery for World Athletics and bringing this showcase event to audiences around the world. Trusted suppliers are an essential component of the Host Broadcast role and working with a team we know can provide the expertise we need to deliver the capture and distribution concept we have developed for our client is invaluable during such a complex event.”
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Gravity Media, the leading force in production and content, media services and facilities, today detailed the combining of forces of Gravity Media’s teams in Australia and Belgium to deliver the broadcast technology and television production undertaking that saw Gravity Media create and deliver the broadcast and packaged content for the Pho3nix Sport with Purpose in Switzerland.
The complex undertaking underlines Gravity Media’s global creative production and technology capabilities in combining forces across multiple territories to deliver every on-screen element for the event.
A team from Gravity Media in Australia crossed the globe capturing the essence of Sport with Purpose, the stories of Olympians and young athletes in eleven countries whose lives are shaped by Pho3nix initiatives.
From the rainforests of Rwanda, the Swiss Alps, the streets of Bangkok, the hustle and bustle of Lagos in Nigeria, and multiple locations in South Africa, Ghana, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, UK, Australia, and the Philippines, Gravity Media’s Australian team of five has completed a significant logistical and production undertaking utilising ten road cases of broadcast and filming equipment, including 4K cine-cameras, specialised super-slo, and mini-cameras and all sound, lighting and rigging production requirements.
Following six weeks of filming and production, Gravity Media’s post-production team in Sydney has created 11 mini-documentaries for the inaugural Pho3nix Sport with Purpose Charity Gala held in the iconic Dolder Grand in Zurich, Switzerland on 19 September.
Gravity Media’s in-house creative team in Sydney was also engaged in the production of all screen content and graphic design for the inaugural Pho3nix Sport With Purpose Charity Gala.
Gravity Media’s team in Belgium was then appointed to deliver the broadcast technology and production undertaking for the global broadcast of the Gala across the Pho3nix Foundation’s social channels, accessing one of Gravity Media’s state-of-the-art high definition outside broadcast trucks, an array of jibs, cine Steadicams, Glambot and drone camera technologies and a crew of 25.
The Pho3nix Sport with Purpose Charity Gala featured host James Corden and Laura Woods with headline guests such as Usain Bolt, Anthony Joshua and Chris Froome, marking a celebration of creating meaningful impact through the power of sport through grants, educational programmes, and awards to shape a positive future for children.
The gala shared personal stories from Olympians and emerging athletes whose lives have been shaped by Pho3nix initiatives, such as the Pho3nix Kids Football in Rwanda, Move 4 Life parkour in Thailand, and Kids Fun Runs in Ghana, which demonstrate how sport can create new pathways for children and communities across the globe.
The Pho3nix Foundation is a global non-profit founded and chaired by philanthropist Sebastian Kulczyk.
At the helm of this landmark event is Mana Group, the Pho3nix Foundation’s strategic delivery partner.
Gravity Media was appointed by Mana Group to deliver the creative production outcome for the Pho3nix Foundation
Mike Purcell, Head of Production at Gravity Media Australia commented:
”It is a pleasure for Gravity Media to partner with Mana Group to tell and highlight the wonderful story of the Pho3nix Foundation’s work. To see first-hand the social impact the Pho3nix Foundation brings to kids, local organisations, communities, and athletes globally, brings to light the importance to keep kids active and support up and coming athletes. It is Sport With Purpose.”
Nathalie De Mey, Project Coordinator at Gravity Media Belgium commented:
“For Gravity Media in Belgium, it was great to be collaborating with our team in Australia for the first time. We are delighted to be involved in this valuable project, not only because of the impact of the Pho3nix Foundation, but also because it transcends boundaries within Gravity Media. We are proud to be one global powerhouse brand and contribute to such an important social initiative.”
Trent Taylor, CEO of Mana Group commented:
“The Pho3nix Sport with Purpose Gala is a landmark moment that showcases the life-changing power of sport, and we are proud to have appointed Gravity Media to help bring these stories to life on a global stage. Their ability to combine world-class creative production with broadcast technology across multiple continents ensures that the impact of Pho3nix initiatives, from Rwanda to Bangkok to Zurich, will be shared with audiences everywhere. Mana Group’s partnership with Gravity Media builds on years of collaboration across some of the world’s most ambitious sporting projects, and together we are delivering a production worthy of the athletes, children, and communities whose stories will inspire the world.”
The appointment of Gravity Media to create and deliver the production outcome for the Pho3nix Foundation builds on Gravity Media’s long-term partnership with Mana Group which sees Gravity Media working with Mana Group across an array of events including Sub7 and Sub 8 broadcasts and documentaries, Super League Triathlon, Ironman, Stawell Gift and Greatest Mental Health Awareness for New South Wales Department of Education.
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De afgelopen maanden was er bijzonder veel bedrijvigheid bij Gravity Media BE. Waar vroeger AkzoNobel gevestigd was, staan nu de gloednieuwe productiefaciliteiten van Play Sports. Op zaterdag 16 augustus gingen we voor het eerst live vanuit onze splinternieuwe studio’s.
Nieuwe studio’s, regies en redactie
In juni besloot Play Sports fysiek uit te breiden en te verhuizen naar een ander gebouw bij Gravity Media BE in Vilvoorde. We hebben er nu drie nieuwe studio’s bij: 11, 12 en 13, elk met hun eigen regie. Studio’s 11 en 13 zijn speciaal ingericht voor de omkaderingsprogramma’s, zoals de Premier League en de Duitse competitie Bundesliga. Studio 11 verzorgt uitzendingen in het Nederlands en studio 13 in het Frans. Studio 12 staat klaar voor extra uitzendingen rondom de Europa League, Conference League en Formule 1.
Omdat Play Sports nu ook content maakt voor Wallonië, is de redactie sterk uitgebreid. Onze collega’s zijn verhuisd naar het nieuwe Play Sports-gebouw, en ook redacteurs van Woestijnvis versterken het team. Zo ontstond er op de eerste verdieping een volledig tweetalige redactievloer.
Innovatieve vernieuwingen
Een innovatie zijn de 20 multifunctionele booths, die nog uitgebreid kunnen worden tot 24 booths. Deze flexibele werkplekken kunnen voor verschillende doeleinden worden ingezet en aangepast aan wat er op dat moment nodig is: montage, voice-overs, play-out of zelfs regie.
Het grootste deel van de techniek is nog grotendeels gevestigd in het vorige gebouw. Dankzij een glasvezelverbinding onder de parking kunnen we vanuit de nieuwe faciliteit via het netwerk werken met alle apparatuur in het vorige gebouw.
Realisatie in recordtempo
Dankzij de inzet van verschillende afdelingen zoals Projectbuilders, multicamera, labo, gebouwen, montage en play-out, konden we dit project in recordtempo realiseren. Iedereen heeft ongelooflijk hard samengewerkt om dit mogelijk te maken.
“Play Sports is onder de indruk en ziet ons echt als een partner. We hebben samen in een echt partnership beslissingen genomen en dit project tot een succes gemaakt. We willen Play Sports bedanken voor het vertrouwen”, vertelt Koen Bredael, operationeel directeur van Gravity Media BE.
“Op zo’n korte tijd hebben we samen iets gerealiseerd dat onze verwachtingen overtrof. Het was een echt partnership tussen EMG en Play Sports met duidelijke en vlotte communicatie”, vertelt Tom Gemoets, hoofdredacteur van Play Sports.
Succesvol eerste weekend
Op zaterdag 16 augustus gingen we voor het eerst live vanuit studio 11 en 13. “Het was heel spannend om onze eerste uitzending te maken vanuit de nieuwe studio’s en regies. Alles is vlekkeloos verlopen en we hebben het eerste weekend succesvol afgerond. We zijn trots dat we dit met het hele team in zo’n korte tijd hebben kunnen realiseren”, vertellen Tom Wislez en Kenneth Vandereet, hoofd geluidstechnici. In het laatste weekend van augustus zenden we voor het eerst uit vanuit studio 12.
Ontdek hier in de video hoe we in een korte tijd alles hebben opgebouwd en krijg een kijkje achter de schermen bij de studio’s, regie en redactie.
As the curtain fell on an unforgettable UEFA Women’s EURO, Gravity Media proudly celebrated its role, on behalf of UEFA, in delivering global live coverage of this landmark sporting event.
Technical teams from Gravity Media, representing four different countries, collaborated to deploy outside broadcast (OB) units at seven of the eight venues across Switzerland. By combining cutting-edge technology with exceptional talent, Gravity Media successfully produced the tournament for UEFA, culminating in the final, which saw England crowned champions.
Many of the matches were delivered by crews with a strong female presence – including guarantees and department heads – marking another important step in Gravity Media’s ongoing commitment to gender diversity and inclusion in the broadcast industry.
Gravity Media’s specialist camera team also supplied in-goal mini cameras for the host broadcast, while the radio frequency team provided crews and transmission links for Steadicams across seven of the tournament’s stadiums.
Additionally, Gravity Media delivered selected unilateral services on behalf of visiting broadcast partners during UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, including both fully and partially equipped commentary positions.
The Gravity Media teams worked together across all the host cities, led by Chrissie Collins, UK Head of OB Client Delivery, who commented:
“This has been a true testament to our global collaboration. Our teams have worked seamlessly across all the host cities to provide world-class coverage of this incredible tournament. It’s been especially inspiring to see so many talented women at the heart of our facilities’ delivery, and I’m incredibly proud to be part of such a formidable and passionate team.”
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NOVA 118 was deployed from the UK to multiple stadiums in Switzerland. Serving as a central hub and designed for maximum flexibility and efficiency, the OB truck allowed Gravity Media’s technical teams to deliver consistent coverage throughout the tournament.
Netherlands
From the Netherlands, Gravity Media deployed NOVA 106 and NOVA 107 to three stadiums with a dedicated technical team including camera operators, senior vision and EVS guarantees, communications engineers, audio technicians, riggers and a travelling team of three shaders.
Italy
NOVA 103 was stationed in Bern, staffed by a ten-person crew. Gravity Media’s Italian team successfully covered four matches, including three group-stage games and the quarter-final between Spain and Switzerland.
Belgium
Gravity Media Belgium contributed a travelling team comprising four ENG camera operators, two engineers and one audio assistant, working throughout Switzerland. Meanwhile, NOVA 102 was on-site at St. Gallen, staffed with a six-person crew.
Eamonn Curtin, Chief Commercial Officer, commented:
“Our work at the Women’s EURO has been a powerful reflection of our international capability, collaborative spirit, and technical excellence. As we step into a bold new era with our refreshed brand identity, we are proud to support iconic events like the UEFA Women’s EURO with the dedication and quality that define our teams around the world.”
This tournament marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Gravity Media, as the company continues to expand its global footprint and shape the future of production, content, media services and facilities.
EMG Belgium heeft met succes een innovatieve remote productie getest tijdens een hockeytraining van de Red Panthers op de Wilrijkse Pleinen. In samenwerking met Telenet en Play Sports werd het programma aangestuurd vanuit de regie in Vilvoorde, zonder dat er een OB-truck op locatie aanwezig was.
Voor deze test werden tien camera’s ingezet op het terrein met een E-line-verbinding naar de regie in Vilvoorde. De verbinding werd mogelijk gemaakt met Diploy-technologie. “We gebruikten SNP’s (gateways) om via de JPEG XS-codec beelden door te sturen over de netwerkverbinding met Vilvoorde. De JPEG XS-codec zorgt voor een low-latency overdracht naar onze regie in Vilvoorde. Ook alle andere noodzakelijke data, zoals cameracontrole, audio en intercom, worden over het netwerk doorgestuurd om de productie te laten werken”, vertelt Pepijn Aerts, hoofd beeldtechnicus.
Op locatie waren cameramensen, audiotechnici, een hoofd beeldtechnicus, een assistent en medewerkers van Play Sports aanwezig om alles vlot te laten verlopen. Er was ook een presentator en commentator ter plaatse om een echte match na te bootsen. In de regie in Vilvoorde werden de chef van het lijnencentrum, de chef regie, een LSM-operator (een operator die de herhalingen en slow-motionbeelden selecteert en afspeelt) en de productie van Play Sports ingezet.
EMG Belgium werkt samen met Telenet aan een innovatietraject op verschillende gebieden, zoals multicamera, postproductie en play-out. Binnen dit project worden verschillende vernieuwingen getest, waaronder deze remote test. Het innovatietraject is een partnership tussen EMG Belgium en Telenet.
Deze succesvolle test opent de deur naar de toekomst. “We hebben dit nu getest in een hockeycontext, maar dit kan ook worden toegepast op voetbal, veldrijden, basketbal, volleybal en veel meer, op voorwaarde dat er een stabiele netwerkverbinding is. Dankzij deze innovatie kunnen we nog efficiënter opereren”, vertelt Pepijn Aerts. Remote productie biedt tal van voordelen. Het is innovatief, duurzaam, kostenbesparend en vermindert de nood aan transport en opbouw op locatie.
