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These days, it’s no longer just about technology, it’s about experiences – WOW experiences. We are a team of cinema and technology experts from around the globe – Barco, ALPD, and CGS – who help you in creating surprising experiences.  We combine innovative cinema technologies with our unique and comprehensive service models to guarantee your peace of mind. So you can focus on new ways to surprise and delight your customers for years to come. Together, we engage to deliver a world-class cinema experience - the one you’ve been waiting for.


Recent News:
Sep 27, 2023 Cinemex Moves to Laser Projection By Cinionic in Top 500 Screens
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Cinionic, a global leader in laser cinema technology, and Cinemex, one of the largest cinema chains in the world with nearly 3,000 screens across Mexico, announce the move to Laser Projection by Cinionic in 500 of the circuit’s highest-performing locations.

Sep 18, 2023 Cinionic Debuts New Cinema Screen Designed for Laser-Powered Theaters
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Cinionic, a Barco company, and global leader in laser cinema technology, announced today the debut of its new cinema screen designed for laser-powered auditoriums. The Cinionic Laser Screen 2.4 amplifies the power of laser projection through optimized efficiency and enhanced onscreen movie presentation.

Jul 13, 2023 Cineplex Germany names Cinionic as Preferred Partner for Laser Renewal
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Cinionic, the leader in laser cinema, announces a new preferred partnership designation by Cineplex Deutschland, Germany’s largest exhibitor, through 2026. As part of the deal, Cinionic will drive the technology renewal for the circuit, bringing Laser Projection by Cinionic to over 100 screens over the next three years.

Jun 20, 2023 Vue International and Cinionic Advance Sustainable Cinema in Italy at the Space Cinemas
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Cinionic, the leader in laser cinema, and The Space Cinemas, a division of Vue International, announce plans to bring Laser Projection by Cinionic to 114 screens across Italy.




AEGISOLVE provides a one-stop-shopping experience for digital cinema security compliance (i.e. FIPS and DCI CTP) to digital cinema technology manufacturers across the globe.  

AEGISOLVE has completed the majority of DCI CTP Validations including Digital Cinema Projectors, Image Media Blocks, Screen Management Systems, and Direct View Displays.  

Recent News:
Apr 18, 2023 AEGISOLVE Launches a Series of eBooks on Digital Cinema Security
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AEGISOLVE, a leading provider of cybersecurity compliance testing solutions for the digital cinema industry, is proud to announce the publication of three new eBooks relevant to improving security and compliance standards for digital cinema equipment.

Jun 18, 2012 Christie Integrated Media Block (IMB) Achieves DCI Compliance for 2K and 4K Content
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Ready for the high frame rate (HFR) revolution with the ultimate in reliability and compatibility, Christie® announced that its new Integrated Media Block (IMB) has been validated as DCI-compliant by Aegisolve, one of only three entities in the world fully licensed for compliance testing by the Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC (DCI).

Jan 10, 2012 Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC, Signs Additional Licensing Agreement for Compliance Testing
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Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC (DCI) announced today that it has signed a licensing agreement for compliance testing with Aegisolve, Inc. in the United States. Aegisolve joins CineCert in the US and Keio University in Japan as the third compliance entity to perform testing to determine whether manufactured digital cinema equipment and products are compliant with DCI's Digital Cinema System Specification (the DCI Specification).




GDC Technology is a leading manufacturer and provider of cinema equipment and solutions including cinema automation systems, cinema servers, cinema enterprise software, cinema storage, cinema audio solutions, and cinema projectors.
 
GDC's products and solutions meet the highly demanding performance, security and reliability requirements established by motion picture studios.

Recent News:
Sep 19, 2023 NCG Cinema Selects GDC to Ensure Images and Audio Meet Filmmaker’s Intent
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GDC Technology Limited, (GDC) a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today it has signed a three-year agreement with NCG Cinema to be the provider of digital cinema media servers.

Jul 6, 2023 Classic Cinemas Selects GDC as Exclusive Provider to Playback Digital Content
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GDC Technology Limited, (GDC) a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today it has signed an agreement with Classic Cinemas to be the exclusive provider of digital cinema media servers.

Jul 5, 2023 Unilumin Receives DCI Certification for Its UC-A42 LED Direct View Cinema Screen
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Unilumin Group Co., Ltd (stock code 300232) a global leading LED application products and integrated solutions provider dedicated to LED product development, manufacturing, sales and after-sales service based in Shenzhen, China announced today that the company’s third LED direct view cinema screen, measuring 14 meters with 4K resolution, passed the Compliance Test Plan (CTP) and received DCI compliance with GDC’s SRC-7500 IMB.

Jun 20, 2023 Kinowelt Cinemas Choose GDC Enterprise Software and Cinema Automation to Stream Content at Lightning Speed
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GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that renowned German independent cinema chain Kinowelt will deploy the industry’s highest degree of cinema automation – Cinema Automation CA2.0 designed to fully automate the cinema operations for perfect presentation while significantly reducing the cost associated with booth operations.




USHIO manufactures the highest-quality digital cinema projection bulbs available.

USHIO xenon short-arc lamps boast a spectrum that is closer to natural sunlight than that of any other artificial light source. In addition to commercializing products for search and spot lights, which demand precise, powerful white beam lamps.

USHIO became the first in the world to develop a xenon short-arc lamp exclusively for large scale, theater-use movie projectors.

Recent News:
Apr 4, 2023 Ushio Appoints Koji Naito as New Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Christie
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Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, the leader in audio and visual technologies, today jointly announce the appointment of Koji Naito as the new chairman and CEO of Christie Digital Systems, globally.

Dec 9, 2018 New LUMINITY Series by USHIO Saves the Xenon Heyday Worldwide
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USHIO, one of the largest and most trusted names in the manufacturing of high-pressure xenon lamps today, proudly introduces the LUMINITY series.  LUMINITY is the result of a substantial R&D effort that extends the lifespan of numerous xenon lamps with additional working hours between 100-500 hours.

Aug 11, 2016 Ushio America Announces Partnership with Matex Controls
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Ushio America, Inc. is pleased to announce partnership with Matex Controls, leader in software development for Building Management System. Their unique Virtual Energy Management System (VEMS®) platform, designed specifically for cinema buildings in mind, offers energy savings of more than 25% over time. VEMS presents the new possibilities of their innovative method of saving energy in buildings, especially cinemas.

May 27, 2016 Ushio and Vue Announce A 3-Year Strategic Partnership for Xenon-Lamps
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USHIO, the world-leading manufacturer of Xenon lamps, and VUE, one the largest cinema group in the world and a leader in the premium entertainment cinema sector, announced that they have established a strategic partnership aimed to enable future growth.




Arts Alliance Media (AAM) is the global leader in digital cinema software and services, offering a wide range of solutions which help exhibitors to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve the cinematic experience for their customers.

AAM’s extensive portfolio, including Producer, Screenwriter, Lifeguard, MX4D, and HeyLED, touches over 42,000 screens worldwide, while their network operations centre (NOC) supports several thousand screens.
 
AAM is part of the Luxin-Rio Group, the world’s foremost cinema technologies provider.

Recent News:
Sep 19, 2023 Arts Alliance Media Powers San Sebastián International Film Festival for the Ninth Consecutive Event
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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and services, has extended their software partnership with the prestigious San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF) to enable Producer and Screenwriter to manage all content and scheduling for a ninth consecutive event.

Sep 6, 2023 Arts Alliance Media Agree MX4D Partnership with Lotte Cinema and AMPA
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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has agreed a significant MX4D partnership with Lotte Cinema, the second largest multiplex cinema chain in Korea, and AMPA, a Korean cinema technology integrator.

Sep 5, 2023 Arts Alliance Media Supports Toronto International Film Festival with Lifeguard and Screenwriter Solutions
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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and services, has agreed a new software partnership with the celebrated Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the world’s largest public film festival, enabling Lifeguard and Screenwriter to monitor and optimize all hardware, consumables, and screenings.

Aug 8, 2023 Arts Alliance Media Agree Screenwriter Partnership with ShowPlace ICON Theatre & Kitchen
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Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and services, has announced a new Screenwriter partnership with ShowPlace ICON Theatre & Kitchen, an industry-leading movie-theatre company in the United States.




LG Miraclass, the DCI-certified cinema LED screen will revolutionize the way you experience movies. 

LG Miraclass is more than just a technology upgrade, it's an opportunity to transform your theater into a space for imagination, creativity, and community. Join us on this journey into a new world of cinema, where the theater becomes a destination beyond entertainment.

Recent News:
Feb 9, 2023 LG Cinema LED Screen ‘LG Miraclass’ Brings Immersive Viewing Experience to Theaters
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LG Electronics (LG) announced the launch of its new LED screen brand for cinemas, LG Miraclass. Ideal for theater operators eager to present moviegoers with new, premium services and immersive viewing experiences, LG’s latest lineup of LED screens delivers realistic images with natural colors and deep blacks.




SHARP NEC Display Solutions’ Digital Cinema Projector Series offers the most comprehensive digital cinema solution on the market today. 

SHARP NEC's digital cinema projectors meet DCI specifications for performance and reliability, meeting the requirements of today’s cinema industry. 

SHARP NEC also offers full digital signage solutions, highlighted by its award-winning 32”-98” LCD displays, multimedia projectors and desktop monitors for lobbies, concessions and concourses.

Recent News:
Sep 14, 2023 Sharp/NEC returns as partner to the 71st edition of the San Sebastián International Film Festival
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Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe will again be supporting the San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF), taking place from 22 to 30 September 2023.

Jul 4, 2023 Sharp/NEC to Support Festival Cinéma Paradiso Louvre as Technology Partner
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Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe will support the fourth edition of the Festival Cinéma Paradiso taking place from 6 to 9 July 2023 in the majestic Cour Carrée of the Louvre.

Sep 13, 2022 Sharp/NEC Returns as Partner to the 70th Edition of the San Sebastián International Film Festival
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Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe will be supporting the jubilee edition of the San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF) taking place from 16 to 24 September 2022.

Jan 4, 2022 Sharp NEC Display Solutions Introduces NC1843ML Blue Laser Projector
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Sharp NEC Display Solutions, a global leader in the projector and display market, today announced the availability of the NC1843ML laser projector, the newest addition to its digital cinema projection series. The NC1843ML is the ideal projection solution for theaters with small and medium screens, and is also suitable for museum, house of worship, and art exhibit applications.




Christie is a leader in visual solutions for world-class organizations, offering diverse applications for cinema exhibitors. 

Christie, a leading innovator since 1929 and a pioneer in projection systems since 1979has established a global reputation as a quality manufacturer of display technologies and solutions for the world's cinema exhibition industry.. 

Christie offers comprehensive solutions for cinema, large audience venues, control rooms, business presentations, training facilities, 3D and Virtual Reality, simulation and education as well as industrial and government environments.

Recent News:
Sep 11, 2023 Christie Lights Up TIFF Venues Once Again
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Christie® is proud to renew its partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF) for the 23rd consecutive year. Until September 17, 2023, Christie is illuminating venues, including the Scotiabank Theatre, to help the festival recognize homegrown and international cinema.

Aug 17, 2023 Christie to Elevate Cinema Experience for Chinese Audiences at BIRTV
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Christie® will elevate the cinema experience for Chinese audiences with industry-leading cinema solutions ideal for both mainstream and Premium Large Format (PLF) auditoriums at the Beijing International Radio, TV and Film Exhibition (BIRTV), to be held at the China International Exhibition Center from August 23-26.

Aug 3, 2023 Christie to Serve as Official Technology Partner of Big Cine Expo 2023
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Christie®, the leader in inspiring exceptional experiences, is proud to announce its ongoing partnership with Big Cine Expo 2023 as the event’s official technology partner for the sixth consecutive year.

Jul 19, 2023 Christie Supplies RGB Pure Laser Projectors to Cineplex Germany
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Christie® is pleased to announce it has signed a multi-year agreement to supply its RGB pure laser projectors to Cineplex Germany. Work is underway to install RGB pure laser projectors as part of the agreement, which will operate until 2026.


Industry Partners



The Union Internationale des Cinémas/International Union of Cinemas (UNIC) represents the interests of cinema trade associations and cinema operators covering 37 countries in Europe and neighboring regions.​ ​


Recent News:
Jun 19, 2023 Celebrating European Cinema at CineEurope 2023
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Welcoming delegates at the opening ceremony of this year’s CineEurope, Phil Clapp and Laura Houlgatte, President and CEO respectively of the European cinema trade grouping UNIC, today celebrated the unique appeal of the Big Screen experience.

May 24, 2023 Cinionic Named Official Cinema Projection Provider Of CineEurope 2023
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Cinionic, the global leader in laser cinema technology, has partnered with the Film Expo Group to become the Official Cinema Projection Provider of CineEurope for the fifth year in a row. All projection equipment in the CCIB Auditorium will be supplied by Cinionic, powering the studio product presentations and screenings with Laser Projection by Cinionic.

Apr 5, 2023 Hans-Joachim Flebbe to Receive 2023 UNIC Achievement Award
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HANS-JOACHIM FLEBBE, Founder and Managing Director of Astor Film Lounge and Zoo Palast, has been named as the 2023 recipient of the UNIC Achievement Award, given each year in recognition of outstanding dedication and service to European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 22 June at the Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.

Jun 20, 2022 Celebrating the Big Screen Experience at CineEurope 2022
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Phil Clapp and Laura Houlgatte, President and CEO respectively of the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), the European cinema trade grouping, today celebrated the Big Screen experience and the positive recovery results around Europe and globally at CineEurope 2022.




The International Cinema Technology Association is a global network of professionals in the motion picture industry. Members of the ICTA are those companies that manufacture, service and create the equipment that goes into movie theatres. Our members are on the cutting edge of new technologies and have been the driving force in digital, 3D, immersive sound systems, high frame rates and lasers. The ICTA promotes technological advancements in the motion picture industry through educational seminars and programs. The ICTA logo stands for excellence and professionalism and when on a member’s letterhead signifies that the company is reliable, competent and committed.
Recent News:
Oct 11, 2022 ICTA and the Cinema Foundation Form Partnership
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The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and The Cinema Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work together to foster and maintain professional and business relationships among their members and all segments of the motion picture industry, disseminate technical industry information through educational programming, and evaluate and improve technical industry standards.

Jun 13, 2022 ICTA Announcement of 2022 EMEA Award Winners
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The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) today announced the 2022 winners of the ICTA EMEA Awards, celebrating technological leadership, design and innovation in the cinema exhibition sector. The award winners are Le Grand Rex, Paris (Classic Cinema of the Year), UGC Ciné Cité Part-Dieu, Lyon (New Build Cinema of the Year) and Cineworld, Belfast (Best Cinema Refurbishment of the Year). Rolv Gjestland of Film & Kino Norway will be presented with a special recognition award to celebrate his contributions to cinema design, presentation excellence and international collaboration in cinema.

Oct 4, 2021 Strong / MDI Congratulates Partner Kinepolis Leidschendam
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Strong/MDI Screen Systems, Inc., a Ballantyne Strong, Inc. (NYSE American: BTN) company, and a leader in projection screen manufacturing and optical coating development, congratulates its partner Kinepolis Leidschendam in winning the ICTA EMEA New Build Cinema of the Year Award.

Aug 11, 2021 GDC Receives “Manufacturer of the Year” Teddy Award 2020 from the International Cinema Technology Association
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GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of  digital cinema solutions, is pleased to announce it received the International Cinema Technology  Association (ICTA) Teddy Award 2020 for Manufacturer of the Year.


Shows & Events



CineAsia 2023 has been scheduled for Dec 4-7, 2023 in Bangkok.  The CineAsia trade show is where cinema exhibition and distribution professional come to do business and network. The convention will also feature product presentations and screenings of major upcoming films, exclusive sponsored events, and seminars relating to current and future trends happening across the industry.  
Recent News:
Nov 2, 2020 Film Expo Group and Presenting Sponsor, Cinionic, Announce the 2020 CineAsia On-Line Schedule of Events
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The Film Expo Group and presenting sponsor Cinionic, the Barco, CGS, and ALPD cinema joint venture, are pleased to announce the 2020 CineAsia Conference & Trade Show Schedule of Events. In consideration of COVID-19, this year’s convention is entirely online, running November 4 & 5, 2020.

Feb 6, 2020 Cineasia Reclaims Bangkok as Site for Cineasia 2020
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The Film Expo Group is pleased to officially announce that CineAsia is relocating to Bangkok, Thailand from 7-10, December, 2020. The venue will be the Royal Paragon Halls at the Siam Paragon Mall with screenings and presentations at the Paragon Cinema.

Jul 24, 2019 Dinh Thi Thanh Huong to Receive Distributor of the Year at CineAsia 2019
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Dinh Thi Thanh Huong, Vice Chairwoman of Galaxy Media and Entertainment JSC will receive the “Distributor of the Year” Award at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 12 December 2019 at the Grand Hyatt in Hong Kong.

Jun 26, 2019 Lumière Pavilions to Receive “Exhibitor of the Year” Award at CineAsia
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Lumière Pavilions will receive the “Exhibitor of the Year” Award at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 12 December 2019 at the Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong. The award will be accepted by Jimmy Wu, Founder, Chairman and CEO and Jane Shao, Founder, President of Lumière Pavilions.




CinemaCon 2024 will be held April 8-11 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.  Check the links below for the latest information. 

Recent News:
Nov 6, 2020 CinemaCon 2021 Moves to August 23-26
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CinemaCon 2021, originally scheduled for April 26-29 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, has been rescheduled for August 23-26, 2021, it was announced today by CinemaCon Managing Director Mitch Neuhauser.

Mar 11, 2020 Statement Regarding Cancellation of CinemaCon 2020
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It is with great regret we are announcing the cancellation of CinemaCon 2020.

Mar 13, 2019 Susie Beiersdorf, Vice President of Sales, Cinema - the Americas, Christie, to Receive Inter-Society’s Ken Mason Award
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Cinema-industry veteran Susie Beiersdorf, Vice President of Sales, Cinema – The Americas, Christie, has been selected as the 2019 recipient of the Ken Mason Inter-Society Award. The Ken Mason Award honors an individual who has made outstanding long-term contributions leading to the overall improvement of the motion picture experience. The announcement was made today by Paul Holliman, President, The Inter-Society for the Enhancement of Cinema Presentation, Inc. Beiersdorf will receive the award at a ceremony held at CinemaCon in Las Vegas on April 4.

Jan 29, 2019 Celebration Cinema’s John D. Loeks to Receive 2019 NATO Marquee Award at CinemaCon®
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The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) will honor John D. Loeks, Chairman of Studio C, with the 2019 NATO Marquee Award during this year’s CinemaCon. It was announced today by Mitch Neuhauser, Managing Director of CinemaCon.




ShowEast 2023 is scheduled to be held in Miami from Oct 23-26, 2023 at Loews Miami Beach, features a range of exclusive product presentations and screenings from both Independent and Major Hollywood studios to help you make important programming decisions for the 4th quarter box office.

ShowEast’s International program draws a large contingency of Latin and South American delegates – more than any other convention of its kind.

Recent News:
Oct 17, 2019 Christie’s Jack Kline inducted into the ShowEast Hall of Fame
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Jack Kline, current advisor and former Chairman, President and CEO of Christie, today, was inducted into the annual ShowEast Hall of Fame. An honor which pays tribute to a select band of film industry veterans, the inductees are hand-picked by an all-industry executive committee. Kline’s induction ceremony took place at a special gala luncheon held on October 17, the final day of ShowEast 2019.


Oct 10, 2019 Women in Exhibition (WIE) Builds Momentum at ShowEast 2019
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Women in Exhibition (WIE) that launched during last month’s mid-western Geneva Convention, where founding members led a panel on women’s leadership, are excited to expand their industry outreach heading into this year’s ShowEast, October 14-17, 2019.    

Oct 26, 2018 CJ 4DPLEX Wins 2018 ShowEast “Innovator of the Year” for ScreenX
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CJ 4DPLEX (www.cj4dx.com), the world's leading cinema technology company, announced today that the Film Expo Group has selected the company for the ShowEast “Innovator of the Year.” The organization will present the award and honor Brandon Choi, CEO of CJ 4DPLEX America, as a part of the ShowEast Awards Ceremony on Thursday, October 25 at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel.




CineEurope 2023, has been scheduled for June 19-22, 2023 in Barcelona. 

CineEurope promises to bring you another year with the very best in exclusive studio screenings and product presentations, cinematic technologies and innovations and educational seminars to keep your business on top of industry trends.

Recent News:
Jun 19, 2023 Celebrating European Cinema at CineEurope 2023
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Welcoming delegates at the opening ceremony of this year’s CineEurope, Phil Clapp and Laura Houlgatte, President and CEO respectively of the European cinema trade grouping UNIC, today celebrated the unique appeal of the Big Screen experience.

May 24, 2023 Cinionic Named Official Cinema Projection Provider Of CineEurope 2023
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Cinionic, the global leader in laser cinema technology, has partnered with the Film Expo Group to become the Official Cinema Projection Provider of CineEurope for the fifth year in a row. All projection equipment in the CCIB Auditorium will be supplied by Cinionic, powering the studio product presentations and screenings with Laser Projection by Cinionic.

Apr 5, 2023 Hans-Joachim Flebbe to Receive 2023 UNIC Achievement Award
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HANS-JOACHIM FLEBBE, Founder and Managing Director of Astor Film Lounge and Zoo Palast, has been named as the 2023 recipient of the UNIC Achievement Award, given each year in recognition of outstanding dedication and service to European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 22 June at the Centre de Convencions Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.

Jul 6, 2021 Odeon Cinemas Group to Receive “International Exhibitor of the Year” Award at CineEurope 2021
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ODEON Cinemas Group has been named as the 2021 recipient of the “International Exhibitor of the Year” award at CineEurope. The award will be presented to Mark Way, President of AMC Europe and Managing Director ODEON Cinemas Group, and Juan Antonio Gomez, Chief Partnership and Content Officer, as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony hosted by the Coca-Cola Company on Thursday, October 7, at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.



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Tokyo, Japan/Burbank CA, U.S.—May 16, 2006

Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sony Pictures Entertainment Japan, Warner Mycal Corp. and Nippon Telegraph and Telephone East Corporation Join Second Phase of “4K Pure Cinema”-- World’s First Networked 4K Digital Cinema Joint Field Trial

“The DaVinci Code” and “Poseidon” to be Distributed Over Fiber-Optic Network and Exhibited in 4K in Japan; New “4K Pure Cinema” Logo Created for Use in Ads and To Mark Theaters to Help Consumers Find Premium Viewing Experience
4K Pure Cinema,” the world’s first field test to use the Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI) Digital Cinema System Specifications at the highest quality standard of 4K to test the service model of digital cinema distribution and exhibition of feature-length motion pictures has announced a significant expansion. Another major Hollywood studio and its Japanese distribution affiliate -- Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sony Pictures Entertainment Japan; another major Japanese exhibitor -- Warner Mycal -- and another major network service provider -- NTT East -- will join original participants Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., Warner Entertainment Japan Inc., Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation, Nippon Telegraph and Telephone West Corporation, and Toho Co., Ltd, who began the field trials in October, 2005.

The first public showing as part of this expanded field trial will start Saturday, May 20, 2006, when “The DaVinci Code” by Sony Pictures Entertainment opens in Japan, with a digital release at “4K Pure Cinema” quality in Warner Mycal Cinemas and TOHO CINEMAS in the Tokyo and Osaka regions. Subsequent digital cinema releases scheduled as part of the field trials through the summer of 2006 will include “Poseidon” by Warner Bros. Entertainment. Other titles will be announced shortly.

This expansion marks another big step forward toward the rollout of digital cinema in Japan. The field trial will continue to provide Hollywood’s newest feature movies at the highest quality standard of 4K, comparable to a professional 35mm film “answer print” and superior in many ways to traditional film “release prints” typically shown in local cinema theaters.

The first phase of the “4K Pure Cinema” joint field trial has included the films “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride,” “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” and “V for Vendetta,” all in the DCI specified 4K format. The field trial participants have received many positive comments from movie-goers mentioning the superb quality of the 4K digital images and the uncompressed multi-channel digital sound, as well as the clarity and stability of the Japanese language subtitles, which made them easier to read.

To help consumers find and identify those theaters offering this premium viewing experience, a new “4K Pure Cinema” logo has been created and will be used in exhibitor ads and onsite signage at the theaters themselves.

A fiber-optic testbed has been configured to send DCI-compliant digital cinema packages (DCP) containing feature-length motion pictures from California to distribution servers at NTT’s Yokosuka R&D Center, NTT West’s Osaka Data Center, and NTT East’s Tokyo Data Center. The encrypted DCP’s received from Sony Pictures Entertainment and Warner Bros. will be distributed via NTT’s domestic fiber optic networks to Warner Mycal Cinemas Itabashi, TOHO CINEMAS Roppongi Hills and TOHO CINEMAS Takatsuki where secure 4K digital cinema playback systems provided by NTT will be used to screen feature movies on a regular schedule for paying customers using Sony SXRD 4K projectors.

This field trial is designed to allow the participants to evaluate digital distribution and digital exhibition from various perspectives including image quality, viewer response, operational efficiency, security and reporting, network performance and reliability, and the costs related to both network distribution and theater management. The field trial will implement the DCI specifications for both the 4K format of 4,096 by 2,160 pixels (total resolution of more than eight million pixels) and the 2K format at 2,048 by 1,080 pixels (total resolution of more than two million pixels).

The nine companies participating in these expanded field trials share a common conviction that the introduction of digital cinema has the potential for providing real benefits to theatre audiences, theatre owners, filmmakers and distributors. They also recognize that the potential benefits of digital cinema cannot be fully realized without industry-wide standards supporting interoperability and compatibility around the world, as detailed in the Digital Cinema Initiatives Specification that establishes and documents voluntary specifications for an open architecture for digital cinema that ensures a uniform and high level of technical performance, reliability and quality control.

The new participants are each bringing to this joint field trial unique strength that has made them leaders in their respective fields.

• Sony Pictures (SPE and SPEJ) provide distribution management and supply of D-Cinema content in accordance with DCI specifications.

• NTT East will construct and provide broadband fiber-optic links in eastern areas of Japan, establish a D-cinema distribution center in Tokyo and secure distribution system based on DCI specifications and jointly develop TCB (Theater Control Box) in cooperation with NTT West.

• Warner Mycal will provide a movie theater, manage theatrical entertainment content and operate the D-Cinema screening system used in this trial.

Note:
The Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC (DCI) was created in March 2002, as a joint venture of Disney, Fox, MGM, Paramount, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Universal and Warner Bros. Studios. In July 2005, after extensive testing and investigation by industry experts, all DCI Member Studios unanimously approved the publication of the DCI Digital Cinema System Specification v1.0. This specification is currently under the standardization process at SMPTE to become an international standard.


Representatives:

Al Barton, Vice President, Digital Technologies, Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc.
Ken Munekata, Representative Director, Sony Pictures Entertainment Japan Inc.
Chris Cookson, President, Technical Operations & Chief Technology Officer, Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
William Ireton, Representative of Japan, Warner Entertainment Japan Inc.
Millard L. Ochs, President and Representative Director, Warner Mycal Corporation
Norio Wada, President and CEO of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation
Toyohiko Takabe, President and CEO of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone East Corporation
Shunzo Morishita, President and CEO of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone West Corporation
Hideyuki Takai, President and CEO of Toho Co., Ltd.

Contact:

Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc.

Jim Kennedy
SVP Corporate Communications
Sony Pictures Entertainment
jim_kennedy@spe.sony.com
+1-310 244 6777

Sony Pictures Entertainment Japan Inc.
Hiroki Imahori, Director Sales Strategy, Film Distribution
davinci.info@spe.co.jp
+81-3-5551-0821

Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Craig M. Hoffman
Director, Corporate Communications, Technology Operations
Craig.Hoffman@warnerbros.com
+1-818-954-2074

Warner Entertainment Japan Inc.
Kunio Yamada, Director, Sales Department
Kunio.yamada@warnerbros.com
+81-3-5251-6411
Warner Mycal Corporation
hiromi.kuse@warnerbros.com
+81-3-3262-0274

Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation
Natsumedai, Kimura, Press Relations
cinema2006@ml.hco.ntt.co.jp
+81-5205-5550

Nippon Telegraph and Telephone East Corporation
Fumitoshi Imaizumi, Senior Manager, Broadband Business Development Division
cinema2006@ml.bch.east.ntt.co.jp
+81-3-3830-6142

Nippon Telegraph and Telephone West Corporation
Yamane, Ogawa, Utsumi, Kihara and Ishizaka, Broadband Application Services Department
cinema2006@bld.hq.west.ntt.co.jp
+81-6-4793-8710

Toho Co., Ltd.
Toyoda, Movie Entertainment Dept.
t_toyoda@toho.co.jp
+81-3-3591-1231



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About Sony Digital Cinema:
Sony Digital Cinema combines a full range of Sony technologies, alternative content offerings, training and service to provide a broad range of solutions for exhibitors. The world’s leading manufacturer of commercially available 4K resolution digital cinema projection systems, the group also offers Sony’s TMS (theatre management system); digital signage hardware, software and content development; security systems and Network Operations Centre (NOC) services for the exhibition community. 
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About Warner Mycal Cinemas: Warner Mycal Corporation is a joint venture between Warner Bros.Entertainment and Japan's leading retailer chain Aeon Group's Aeon Retail. Ever since opening Japan's first cinema complex in 1993, the company has aggressively developed its cinemas acrossJapan, and grown into one of the biggest cinema complex operators with 60 theatres 496 screens. Besides D-BOX, the company is among the first to introduce advanced technologies and services such as RealD digital 3D cinema and leads the cinema operation business in Japan.. The company has also developed an original sound and video system called “ULTIRA”, which consists of 3-D sound effect and a mega screen covering the entire front wall, and is installed at Ohdaka and Kohoku New Town. These two multiplex theatres are also equipped with the D-BOX MFX systems and receive the support from the customers as the cinema complex with the latest facilities. Warner Mycal Cinemas Directory page
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About Toho Company Ltd.: Toho Cinemas is an exhibiting company that provides latest entertainment with a wide-ranging and diverse lineup including films, concerts, live stage performances and public viewing for sports through 67 theatres consisting of 626 screens* nationwide.    *Includes jointly managed 5 theatres 56 screens Toho Company Ltd. Directory page

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Apr 27, 2023 TOHO Cinemas LaLaport Kadoma Selects GDC Media Servers
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GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that TOHO Cinemas LaLaport Kadoma owned by TOHO Cinemas Corporation (TOHO Cinemas) will deploy SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ and integrate Theatre Management System (TMS-2000)  as well as  web-based Central Management Enterprise Software (CMS-3000).

Dec 7, 2022 Toho Cinemas Advances Sustainable Cinema with Expansion of Laser Projection
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TOHO Cinemas, one of Japan’s largest exhibitors, and Cinionic, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, announce the rollout of laser projection in 159 of the esteemed circuit’s theaters.

May 18, 2018 HARMAN Professional Solutions Creates an Immersive Cinema Experience at TOHO Cinemas
Nov 30, 2015 IMAX Signs 10-Theatre Agreement with Toho Cinemas Ltd.; Marks its Largest Deal in Japan
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