Chris Potter
Equipson acquires Musicson
The Equipson Group has announced that it has acquired Musicson, one of Spain’s oldest manufacturers of loudspeakers and audio systems.
WSDG to showcase integrated acoustics and AV design at ISE 2026
WSDG will showcase its global projects at the show, demonstrating its ability to translate performance requirements into real-world technical systems.
Pro AV market forecast to grow 21% by 2030
The global Pro AV market is projected to grow by 21% to reach $258 billion (€215bn) by 2030, driven by spending on control rooms, digital signage, corporate video, immersive entertainment and AV-over-IP all driving significant growth in AV system integration.
Content programme revealed for Spark, the conference at ISE 2026 for creative industries
ISE has unveiled the partners and curated content programme for Spark, the new showcase for the creative industries at ISE 2026, taking place 3–6 February at Fira de Barcelona Gran Via. Spark addresses the industry’s need for an event that unites the creative sectors bringing together gaming, broadcast, design, live events, and media inside one immersive experience.
Tyler Truss & Granteq announce Middle East partnership
Tyler Truss, a manufacturer of engineered aluminum truss and structural products for the entertainment and live events industry, has appointed Granteq as its exclusive value partner for the Middle East.
Riedel and Media Tailor deliver broadcast and AV infrastructure aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas cruise ship
Continuing a longstanding collaboration, Riedel Communications and Nordic media technology company Media Tailor have joined forces to deliver a broadcast, AV, and communications infrastructure aboard Royal Caribbean International’s newest vessel, Star of the Seas.
ISE 2026 drone show to illuminate Barcelona skies
ISE 2026 will host its own drone show in the skies above Barcelona, with 600 drones taking flight above the show for the very first time.
Midwich Group and Icecat strengthen collaboration in Pro AV
Icecat and the Midwich Group have announced that they are strengthening their collaboration, using Icecat as a central source of product information across their webshop environments.
Absen appoints Alistair Mizon as rental and staging specialist
Absen has appointed Alistair Mizon a specialist in product strategy and technical development for the company’s rental, staging, and XR markets.
Analog Way appoints Jeff Singer as chief marketing officer
Analog Way has appointed Jeff Singer as chief marketing officer (CMO). In this worldwide role, Singer will lead Analog Way’s global marketing strategy with a strong focus on go-to-market execution, sales enablement, and ownership of the company’s product roadmap and product definition.
