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Sep 26, 2024 Miraj Cinemas Selects Barco as Preferred Projection Provider in India with Qube
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, and Miraj Cinemas, one of India’s largest movie theater circuits, announced today a new partnership that will bring Barco’s laser technology to the chain’s theaters across India. The 3-year deal makes Barco the preferred provider of visualization solutions for Miraj, covering new sites and theater upgrades.

Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers, adding DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT (Sept 27) and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX (Oct 4) to its slate of films.

Aug 27, 2024 Barco Reveals Highly-Anticipated HDR by Barco Premium Cinema Theatres, announces Paramount’s TRANSFORMERS ONE as first HDR release
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, today revealed the first locations for its highly anticipated HDR by Barco premium exhibition, launching in select major US cities on September 20 with the release of Paramount Animation's and Hasbro Entertainment’s TRANSFORMERS ONE. In partnership with AMC Theatres, B&B Theatres, and Regal Cinemas, the special HDR installations will offer moviegoers in Los Angeles, New York, Dallas, Miami, and Kansas City a chance to be among the first in the world to experience the company’s groundbreaking High Dynamic Range (HDR) presentation with Lightsteering.

Jul 31, 2024 Barco and Omniplex Cinema Group Expand Long-Standing Relationship with a Direct Supply Agreement for Laser Projection in its Theaters across Ireland and the UK
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, today announced an expansion of its long-standing relationship with Omniplex Cinema Group, a renowned leader in theatrical experiences across Ireland and the United Kingdom.

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Kortrijk, Belgium—Apr 8, 2021

Cinionic and Qube Upgrade South Asian Cinema Experience

Bringing 300 Laser Light Upgrades to cinemas across India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
Cinionic, the Barco, CGS, and ALPD cinema joint venture, and Indian digital cinema company Qube have announced a multi-year partnership to install 300 Laser Light Upgrade Kits to exhibitors throughout Southern Asia. Qube is India’s preeminent digital cinema technology and solutions provider, supporting thousands of screens. The deal gives theaters across the region a fast and economical upgrade path to laser projection for Barco Series 2 from the world leader in laser cinema solutions, Cinionic.
 
Under the agreement, theaters throughout India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka will receive worry-free deployment of Cinionic’s industry leading RGB+ laser light source projection, backed by a warranty and dedicated support network. The unique technology enables fast and affordable theater technology optimization, a win for both cinema operators and patrons.
 
Laser Light Upgrade (LLU) Kits from Cinionic enable theaters to transform their existing Barco xenon Series 2 projectors to the latest laser cinema technology. The shift from a traditional lamp light source to a laser light source also reduces energy costs for theaters, ensures a crystal clear picture, consistent cinematic presentation, and extends the lifetime of existing projector investments.
 
"Cinionic is committed to a laser solution for every screen,” said Cinionic CEO Wim Buyens. “As the renewal wave continues, laser projection delivers a future-proof solution that allows exhibitors to exceed moviegoer expectations when they return. With Laser Upgrade Kits, we’re making  the transformation to laser projection quick and cost-effective, prolonging the life-time of their investment. Together with Qube, we’re supporting the industry as it prepares for the next-generation of moviegoing.” 
 
Today’s announcement comes after over 10 years of partnership between the two cinema companies. For Qube, Cinionic’s leading portfolio of laser cinema solutions set the company apart from the rest of the industry.
 
Harsh Rohatgi, CEO of Qube Cinema, added, "Over the last decade of working together, we have been consistently amazed at the technology and services for cinemas worldwide offered by Cinionic and its founding partners. The Laser Light Upgrade solution allows exhibitors an easy and commercially viable path to a laser light source, which enhances the viewer experience significantly. We are excited to continue supporting our theater partners with an opportunity to extend the lifetime of their equipment while bringing the best possible experience to cinema-goers." 
 
The LLU solution is the fastest way to laser, and the upgrade can take less than a day to complete. With Laser Light Upgrades from Cinionic, theaters to enjoy all the benefits of laser projection and extend the lifetime of existing digital projection infrastructure. Laser projection produces brighter, higher-quality images with a decreased environmental impact and financial investment for cinemas.
 
Today, Cinionic illuminates more than 90,000 screens around the world. With the largest portfolio of laser cinema solutions, Cinionic is dedicated to providing a laser solution for every screen.
 
To learn more about Laser Light Upgrade kits through Cinionic, visit our website here.
 

 



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Qube Cinema (www.qubecinema.com) is a pioneer in crafting end-to-end digital cinema technology and solutions.  Drawing on decades of experience in the cinema business, Qube provides a seamless digital environment across the industry, from filmmakers and post-production facilities to exhibitors and audiences. 
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Sep 26, 2024 Miraj Cinemas Selects Barco as Preferred Projection Provider in India with Qube
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, and Miraj Cinemas, one of India’s largest movie theater circuits, announced today a new partnership that will bring Barco’s laser technology to the chain’s theaters across India. The 3-year deal makes Barco the preferred provider of visualization solutions for Miraj, covering new sites and theater upgrades.

Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers, adding DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT (Sept 27) and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX (Oct 4) to its slate of films.

Aug 27, 2024 Barco Reveals Highly-Anticipated HDR by Barco Premium Cinema Theatres, announces Paramount’s TRANSFORMERS ONE as first HDR release
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, today revealed the first locations for its highly anticipated HDR by Barco premium exhibition, launching in select major US cities on September 20 with the release of Paramount Animation's and Hasbro Entertainment’s TRANSFORMERS ONE. In partnership with AMC Theatres, B&B Theatres, and Regal Cinemas, the special HDR installations will offer moviegoers in Los Angeles, New York, Dallas, Miami, and Kansas City a chance to be among the first in the world to experience the company’s groundbreaking High Dynamic Range (HDR) presentation with Lightsteering.

Jul 31, 2024 Barco and Omniplex Cinema Group Expand Long-Standing Relationship with a Direct Supply Agreement for Laser Projection in its Theaters across Ireland and the UK
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, today announced an expansion of its long-standing relationship with Omniplex Cinema Group, a renowned leader in theatrical experiences across Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Jun 26, 2024 Barco, the Leader in Laser-Powered Cinema Solutions, Launches New Marketing Campaign in Movie Theatres Across the U.S. and Canada
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Barco, the leader in laser cinema solutions, today revealed the launch of its new “Laser by Barco” marketing campaign to help educate audiences about the unique benefits of experiencing movies in laser projection. With “Laser by Barco,” moviegoers are treated to more – more brightness, more color, and more contrast – bringing movies to life on the big screen like never before.

May 14, 2024 Barco Brings Global Film Festival Favorites to Cannes for Special Program in HDR
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, today announced a special Cannes screening program showcasing critically acclaimed titles, prepared for and screened in the groundbreaking HDR by Barco format. The carefully curated slate highlights festival winners from Belgium, Italy, Germany, and the United States, making their global debut in breathtaking Barco HDR Lightsteering. Barco’s HDR film series will be held May 16 – 22 in theater 8 at the Cinéum Cannes theater.

Apr 10, 2024 Barco Announces First Locations for HDR By Barco in the US
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, today announced a plan to bring HDR by Barco to select high-profile theaters at AMC Theatres, B&B Theatres, and Regal Cinemas in the US.

Apr 8, 2024 Barco Launches HDR by Barco at CinemaCon 2024
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, launched HDR by Barco, its HDR solution suite for the cinema industry, today at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. The highly anticipated projection ecosystem will be the first to make the company’s groundbreaking HDR lightsteering technology commercially available to cinemas.

Mar 6, 2024 Barco Heads to CinemaCon with Debut of A Breakthrough in Cinema Innovation
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Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, announced today its plans to return to CinemaCon 2024 with the debut of a long-awaited breakthrough in movie presentation and an expanded cinema team.

Jan 12, 2024 Hollywood Recognizes Barco for Achievements in Cinema with Scientific and Engineering Academy Award
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, known for the Oscars®, bestows the Barco team with the Scientific and Engineering Academy Award for their contribution to the design and development of laser projection in cinema. The Academy’s Scientific and Technical Awards honor individuals and companies whose discoveries and innovations have contributed in significant and lasting ways to motion pictures.
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