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When you choose Barco, you're not just selecting a projector; you're investing in a world-class cinema experience backed by decades of projection heritage and cutting-edge technology. Our award-winning laser portfolio isn't just extensive; it's a testament to our commitment to excellence. From the AIS Lumiere award for lightsteering to the prestigious AIS Wheatstone award and the consecutive BTOB awards in 2020 and 2021 – our trophy shelf is a reflection of our dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation. Barco Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Mar 12, 2025 Barco Cinema Celebrates the Age of Laser Projection at CinemaCon 2025 Barco, the global leader in laser cinema technology, invites cinema operators to find their ideal laser match at CinemaCon 2025. This year, the company is putting its award-winning portfolio of solutions on show to demonstrate that there is a Barco laser solution for every screen. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Jan 16, 2025 Regal Cineworld Inks Global Deal with Cinema Technology Leader Barco to Bring Laser By Barco to 4,000 Screens By 2030 Regal Cineworld Group, the world’s second-largest cinema chain, and Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, announce a new initiative to install 4,000 Barco Series 4 laser projectors in theatres across the United States, United Kingdom, and other European markets by 2030. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, is expanding its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco premium format program internationally with the announcement of a new site in the United Kingdom, at Cineworld Leicester Square. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Nov 4, 2024 Barco Announces HDR by Barco Exhibition for CineAsia 2024 Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, will showcase its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco solution at CineAsia for the first time this year. The groundbreaking technology is a complete ecosystem for delivering High-Dynamic Range (HDR) projection for cinemas with tools and software for post-production teams and next-generation presentation for theaters to enable a dynamic content pipeline. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: HDR by Barco HDR by Barco HDR by Barco Elevate your cinema with unprecedented brightness, profound blacks, and captivating contrast. Harnessing the power of laser projection and a patented approach, HDR by Barco redefines the very essence of cinematic excellence. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/solutions/cinema/hdr-by-barco Barco Series 4 Barco Series 4 Barco Series 4 We designed Barco Series 4 in collaboration with cinemas for their exact needs. A unified family of next-generation laser projectors. Powering your cinema with a performance and a simplicity you’ve never seen before. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/products/cinema-systems/cinema-projec... Laser Light Upgrade Laser Light Upgrade Laser Light Upgrade Prepare your projector for tomorrow. Our fully-integrated Laser Light Upgrade can replace and improve the light source in Series 2 models. A sustainable way to bring incredible image quality and crystal-clear cinema to your audience. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/products/cinema-systems/cinema-projec...	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. GDC Technology Limited Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Dec 10, 2024 GDC Relocates and Expands its Beijing Office and Added a New Post-Production Screening Room GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, is proud to announce the relocation and expansion of its Beijing office. The newly established office now features a state-of-the-art post-production screening room, further enhancing GDC's commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions to the cinema industry. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Dec 11, 2024 Leading Cinema Chains Embrace GDC Enterprise Software Solutions CMS Adoption Soars with Over 425 Percent Growth in Screens Globally GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that its Enterprise Software solutions have been widely adopted by leading cinema chains globally. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Dec 10, 2024 SF Cinema Selects GDC Solutions for Its Lotus Yala Branch and Robinson Lifestyle Chanthaburi Branch GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that SF Corporation Public Company Limited, Thailand’s premier cinema chain, has launched the country's first movie theatre equipped with DTS Surround Cinema sound systems in all halls. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Dec 9, 2024 GDC Technology Expands Global Operations with New Facility in Singapore GDC Technology Limited, a leading provider of digital cinema solutions, is pleased to announce a major expansion of its global operations with the establishment of a new production facility in Singapore in 2024. This strategic move aligns with GDC’s long-term goals of enhancing its global footprint and operational efficiency. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: Cinema Automation Cinema Automation GDC’s CA2.0 smart cinema solution not only automates your playback process from the SCL Mk2 live-streaming library server to one or each auditorium’s diskless SR-1000 media server but also allows exhibitors to fully automate the booth operations with a one-stop-shop solution by bundling with GDC’s four automation products designed for: 1. Power ... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-automation/?u... Cinema Media Servers Cinema Media Servers GDC manufactures and develops high-quality DCI-compliant digital cinema media servers fulfilling customers’ needs for the past 20 years. GDC partners with the most DCI-recognized cinema display technologies in the world including Barco, Cineappo, Christie, Sony, SHAPP/NEC cinema professional digital cinema projectors and Samsung Onyx Cinema LED ... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-media-servers... Cinema Enterprise Software Cinema Enterprise Software GDC leading digital cinema solutions provider develops different revolutionary enterprise solutions to streamline the cinema chain operations which include: TMS-2000 Theatre Management System is your comprehensive solution to manage content, digital cinema equipment, and more from a central location. TmsAware™ App allows you to monitor cinema o... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-enterprise-so... Cinema Storage Cinema Storage GDC cinema storage solutions offer scalable storage options with different features that fit exhibitors’ various needs. You may choose to upgrade your existing cinema media server SR-1000 IMB with built-in CineCache™ 2TB. You may consider choosing larger storage with an external hard drive for movie DCPs including Portable Storage features up to... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-storage/?utm_...
SHARP’s Digital Cinema Projector Series offers the most comprehensive digital cinema solution on the market today offering laser light sources in a variety of sizes and brightness, all DCI compliant. SHARP also offers full digital signage solutions, highlighted by its award-winning 32”-98” LCD displays, direct view LED solutions, multimedia projectors and desktop monitors for lobbies, concessions and concourses. Movie-goers expect a premium Cinema experience — from building anticipation to fulfilling the dream. From the foyer to the theater, Sharp can deliver the perfect visual experience through all stages of the customer journey. Sharp Electronics Corporation Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Nov 27, 2023 Sharp NEC Display Solutions Returns to Join CineAsia 2023 Sharp NEC Display Solutions, a leading manufacturer of cinema projectors, is announcing their participation at CineAsia, being held December 4-7, 2023 in True Icon Hall in Bangkok Thailand. The new NC603L series laser projector models will be exhibited in the booth to demonstrate their performance. Full News Article Sharp Electronics Corporation Website Sharp Electronics Corporation Local Directory Page Oct 3, 2023 Sharp/NEC Announces New Lightweight NEC NC1503L Digital Cinema Projector for Flexible Installations Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe announces the launch of the latest digital cinema projector: the NEC NC1503L is a compact, lightweight and quiet projector model that features the same proven cabinet as the NC1402L. The new model is using RB laser technology, boosting its performance to up to 14,000 Lumen brightness. Full News Article Sharp Electronics Corporation Website Sharp Electronics Corporation Local Directory Page Sep 14, 2023 Sharp/NEC returns as partner to the 71st edition of the San Sebastián International Film Festival Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe will again be supporting the San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF), taking place from 22 to 30 September 2023. Full News Article Sharp Electronics Corporation Website Sharp Electronics Corporation Local Directory Page Jul 4, 2023 Sharp/NEC to Support Festival Cinéma Paradiso Louvre as Technology Partner 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. Full News Article Sharp Electronics Corporation Website Sharp Electronics Corporation Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: Sharp NC2403ML Sharp NC2403ML Features NEC RB Laser NEC's RB laser technology, which is almost speckle-free compared to RGB technology, providing similar benefits yet at a lower cost. Don’t limit your venue’s potential; go beyond cinema to increase your visitor numbers and maximise revenue. The modular light concept opens opportunities to screen alternative content for corporate presentations and... NC2402ML Benefits Modular Light Source – achieve the light output which is perfectly adjusted to your requirements with exchangeable light modules 24,500lm, 20,000lm and 18,000lm for different brightness demands. Optimise yor cost ownership – take advantage of new financing structures; lease your light engine and only pay for the light y... https://www.nec-display-solutions.com/p/uk/en/p... 2K Resolution DCI Approved Modular Cinema Projection – a new standard in adaptable screening The world’s first cinema projector offering a modular laser light system with projector head, all in one box. The modular concept allows you to plug-in the appropriate light modules based on the brightness you need. Protect your investment when migrating from 2D to 3D projection, or adapting your set-up to a wider screen. More Information: https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/projectors/nc2443ml Sharp NC3541L Sharp NC3541L Features DLP Cinema™ 4K Resolution DCI Approved Laser Illumination (RGB) High Contrast Image Laser Illumination 35,000-lumen 4K RGB Laser Projector Designed for auditoriums with screens (up to 108.3 ft. wide), NEC's NC3540 series is a 35,000 lumen RGB Laser DLP cinema projector. Delivering precise 4K (4096 x 2160) resolution and an impressively wide color space (Rec 2020), 3-D capabilities and high contrast images (2000:1), this model is easy to operate, extremely user-friendly and requires... More Information: https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/projectors/nc3541l Sharp NC1201L-A Sharp NC1201L-A Features DLP Cinema™ 2K Resolution DCI Approved Laser Illumination (BP) Digital Cinema Laser/Phosphor Projector Designed for theaters with small screens, NEC’s NC1201L DLP cinema projector delivers an enhanced theater experience with pristine images. With its S2K chip set from Texas Instruments®, the NC1201L is the latest in a line of compact lightweight laser based 2K DCI-certified digital cinema projector on the market. Its small size enables it to be i... More Information: https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/projectors/nc1201l-a Sharp NC2041L Sharp NC2041L Features DLP Cinema™ Laser Illumination (RB) 4K Resolution DCI Approved High Contrast Image 20,000-lumen 4K RB Laser Projector Designed for auditoriums with screens (up to 65.6 ft. wide), NEC's NC2041L is the latest DCI compliant RB Laser DLP cinema projector. Delivering precise 4K (4096 x 2160) resolution, 3-D capabilities and high contrast images (2000:1), this model is easy to operate, extremely user-friendly and requires minimal maintenance. More Information: https://www.sharpnecdisplays.us/products/projectors/nc2041l	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. Arts Alliance Media Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Mar 4, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Appoint Alan Bowen as Chief Executive Officer Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, is delighted to announce the appointment of Alan Bowen as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with immediate effect. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Feb 12, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Agree Strategic Partnership with CineBid to Deliver Programmatic Advertising Solution to Global Cinema Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has agreed a new strategic partnership with CineBid, a technology provider specialising in digital cinema advertising, offering global Screenwriter users access to a pioneering programmatic advertising solution. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Jan 14, 2025 Arts Alliance Media’s Screenwriter Theatre Management System Selected to Support Sundance Film Festival Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has announced that the Sundance Film Festival, the premier event for independent cinema and one of the world’s foremost Film events, will use their Screenwriter Theatre Management System to control all event content and screens. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Dec 18, 2024 Major Cineplex Celebrates 30 Years of Innovation with a Landmark Technological Agreement with Arts Alliance Media As Major Cineplex proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary, the leading cinema operator in Southeast Asia has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Arts Alliance Media (AAM), a global leader in digital cinema software and services. This collaboration underscores Major Cineplex’s unwavering commitment to technological excellence and its vision to redefine cinema management across Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: AAM Producer AAM Producer Enterprise Theatre Management System With more control and enhanced visibility, Producer lets you manage content across an entire cinema circuit from anywhere, at any time; all from a single dashboard. From automated playlist creation to real-time content and site monitoring, gain a bird’s-eye view of your cinemas’ operations. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=1 AAM Screenwriter AAM Screenwriter Theatre Management System As the most powerful, widely deployed Theatre Management System (TMS) in the world, Screenwriter offers comprehensive control over your content and screens from one central location in your cinema. Prepare to join a global network of centralised cinemas. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=2 AAM Lifeguard AAM Lifeguard Hardware Management System In a post Virtual Print Fee (VPF) world, Lifeguard gives you the tools to build your own NOC solution, helping to optimise hardware and reduce lost revenue. Now, you can stay on top of your assets with one central application More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=3 AAM HeyLED AAM HeyLED Digital LED Cinema Screen Technology Revealing pure colour, true black, and higher contrast and brightness, the HeyLED Digital LED Cinema Screen presents colour as you’ve never seen it before. Prepare your audiences for the next generation cinema screen. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=6
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 1979, has 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. Christie Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Mar 25, 2025 Christie Appoints Hideaki Takizawa as New Chief Financial Officer Christie® is pleased to announce the appointment of Hideaki Takizawa as the new chief financial officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries, effective April 1, 2025. Reporting to Michael Phipps, president and chief operating officer, Takizawa will align Christie’s financial strategy with its overall goals and manage internal controls and reporting to support continued growth and innovation. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Mar 24, 2025 Dolby and Christie to Introduce New Dolby Vision Laser Projection System Christie® and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) are pleased to announce their renewed collaboration to develop the next generation of Dolby Vision® laser projection systems, which will begin rolling out into theatres in May. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Mar 14, 2025 Emperor Cinemas Selects Christie CineLife+ Series for New Flagship Multiplex in Beijing Christie® is proud to support Emperor Cinemas with its advanced CineLife+™ Series projectors at the newly opened flagship multiplex in Taikoo Li Sanlitun, a vibrant shopping and entertainment hub in Beijing. This partnership underscores Emperor Cinemas’ commitment to delivering premium moviegoing experiences. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Mar 12, 2025 Christie appoints Sean James as executive vice president of Global Sales and Service Christie®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ushio Inc., today announced the appointment of Sean James as executive vice president, Global Sales & Service, at Christie. In this new role, James will lead the sales function and continue to lead the company’s service organization. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: Christie CineLife Christie CineLife Features Real\|Laser™ illumination Christie® RGB laser projection systems feature an innovative system architecture with a remote projection head connected to the laser light source (laser module) via a fiber optic link. Often referred to as "pure laser", RGB laser technology uses individual red, green and blue lasers to generate light. https://www.christiedigital.com/solutions/cinem... DLP Cinema™ 2K Resolution DCI Approved Technology designed to bring your cinema to life. We designed our CineLife Series to be both affordable and easy to install, to help bring RGB pure laser to the mainstream auditorium. With no need for external chillers or fiber-coupling, DCI-compliant CineLife projectors fit perfectly into limited spaces and produce premium-grade visuals. More Information: https://www.christiedigital.com/products/cinema/projection/cin... Christie CineLife+ Christie CineLife+ Features Real\|Laser™ illumination Christie® RGB laser projection systems feature an innovative system architecture with a remote projection head connected to the laser light source (laser module) via a fiber optic link. Often referred to as "pure laser", RGB laser technology uses individual red, green and blue lasers to generate light. https://www.christiedigital.com/solutions/cinem... DLP Cinema™ 4K Resolution DCI Approved Brilliant illumination, brilliant electronics. Unmatched cinematic performance. CineLife+ projectors are DCI-compliant, offer a new world of color and contrast, provide high efficiency and a long operational life, and reproduce 2D and 3D content at 4K resolution and up to 120 frames per second. See the future with CineLife+ projectors! More Information: https://www.christiedigital.com/products/cinema/projection/cin... Christie Duo Christie Duo Features DLP Cinema™ Dual Projector Integration Kit Christie® Duo is a dual-projection integration kit. With it, you can generate twice the projected brightness for sharper, superior 2D and 3D images. But you get none of the high cost or hassle that comes with current industry ‘big screen’ premium solutions. More Information: https://www.christiedigital.com/products/cinema/projection/chr...	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. Ushio America Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Apr 4, 2023 Ushio Appoints Koji Naito as New Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Christie 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. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Dec 9, 2018 New LUMINITY Series by USHIO Saves the Xenon Heyday Worldwide 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. Full News Article Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Aug 11, 2016 Ushio America Announces Partnership with Matex Controls 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. Full News Article Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: USHIO Cinema Lamps USHIO Cinema Lamps Impress your audience USHIO lamps offer great performance with an extremely long lifetime. The superior quality in brightness, contrast, color and sharpness on your cinema screen will constantly impress your audience. Our consistent performance and reliability are unmatched. That’s why huge majority of movie theaters around the globe already trust the USHIO products. More Information: https://www.ushio.com/products/cinema/

Industry Partners

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. International Cinema Technology Association Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Jan 7, 2025 ICTA Unveils Winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), the leading global network of motion picture professionals, is thrilled to announce the winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards (NACA), presented in partnership with Celluloid Junkie. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineAsia are proud to announce that Cinema XXI, Indonesia’s leading cinema operator, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the ICTA CineAsia APAC Achievement Award. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding showmanship and excellence in presentation technology within the APAC region. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page CineAsia 2024 Website CineAsia 2024 Local Directory Page Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page Jul 31, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Appoints Carrie Dietrich as Executive Director At the International Cinema Technology Association’s (ICTA) annual convention held last month, the organization formally announced their newly appointed Executive Director, Carrie Dietrich, a widely respected cinema technology professional, who also received the Ioan Allen Award at the closing night President’s Banquet Event & Awards Ceremony. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page

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:

Jan 7, 2025 ICTA Unveils Winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards

The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), the leading global network of motion picture professionals, is thrilled to announce the winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards (NACA), presented in partnership with Celluloid Junkie.

Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award

The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineAsia are proud to announce that Cinema XXI, Indonesia’s leading cinema operator, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the ICTA CineAsia APAC Achievement Award. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding showmanship and excellence in presentation technology within the APAC region.

Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees

Live this afternoon on stage from ShowEast, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineTRAIN have just announced the official launch of the ICTA’s cutting edge online technical training for the cinema industry. Previously available in person only, this partnership between ICTA and CineTRAIN to bring these courses online will allow for great accessibility to this important educational content.

Jul 31, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Appoints Carrie Dietrich as Executive Director

At the International Cinema Technology Association’s (ICTA) annual convention held last month, the organization formally announced their newly appointed Executive Director, Carrie Dietrich, a widely respected cinema technology professional, who also received the Ioan Allen Award at the closing night President’s Banquet Event & Awards Ceremony.

Shows & Events

CineEurope 2025, has been scheduled for June 16-19, 2025 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. CineEurope 2025 Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: May 6, 2024 Kinepolis to Receive 2024 Milestone Award KINEPOLIS Group NV, the Belgian company operating 109 cinemas and 1,131 screens worldwide, has been named as the 2024 recipient of the CineEurope Milestone Award, given in recognition of its outstanding accomplishments within European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 20 June at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain. Full News Article CineEurope 2025 Website CineEurope 2025 Local Directory Page Jun 19, 2023 Celebrating European Cinema at CineEurope 2023 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. Full News Article CineEurope 2025 Website CineEurope 2025 Local Directory Page May 24, 2023 Cinionic Named Official Cinema Projection Provider Of CineEurope 2023 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. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page CineEurope 2025 Website CineEurope 2025 Local Directory Page Apr 5, 2023 Hans-Joachim Flebbe to Receive 2023 UNIC Achievement Award 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. Full News Article CineEurope 2025 Website CineEurope 2025 Local Directory Page	ShowEast 2024 is scheduled to be held in Miami from Oct (date TBD) 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. ShowEast 2024 Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Oct 17, 2019 Christie’s Jack Kline inducted into the ShowEast Hall of Fame 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. Full News Article Christie Website Christie Local Directory Page ShowEast Website ShowEast Local Directory Page Oct 10, 2019 Women in Exhibition (WIE) Builds Momentum at ShowEast 2019 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. Full News Article ShowEast Website ShowEast Local Directory Page Oct 26, 2018 CJ 4DPLEX Wins 2018 ShowEast “Innovator of the Year” for ScreenX 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. Full News Article ShowEast Website ShowEast Local Directory Page
CineAsia 2024 has been scheduled for Dec 9-12, 2024 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. CineAsia 2024 Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineAsia are proud to announce that Cinema XXI, Indonesia’s leading cinema operator, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the ICTA CineAsia APAC Achievement Award. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding showmanship and excellence in presentation technology within the APAC region. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page CineAsia 2024 Website CineAsia 2024 Local Directory Page Nov 2, 2020 Film Expo Group and Presenting Sponsor, Cinionic, Announce the 2020 CineAsia On-Line Schedule of Events 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. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page CineAsia 2024 Website CineAsia 2024 Local Directory Page Feb 6, 2020 Cineasia Reclaims Bangkok as Site for Cineasia 2020 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. Full News Article CineAsia 2024 Website CineAsia 2024 Local Directory Page Jul 24, 2019 Dinh Thi Thanh Huong to Receive Distributor of the Year at CineAsia 2019 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. Full News Article CineAsia 2024 Website CineAsia 2024 Local Directory Page

CineEurope 2025, has been scheduled for June 16-19, 2025 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:

May 6, 2024 Kinepolis to Receive 2024 Milestone Award

KINEPOLIS Group NV, the Belgian company operating 109 cinemas and 1,131 screens worldwide, has been named as the 2024 recipient of the CineEurope Milestone Award, given in recognition of its outstanding accomplishments within European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 20 June at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.

Jun 19, 2023 Celebrating European Cinema at CineEurope 2023

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

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

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.

ShowEast 2024 is scheduled to be held in Miami from Oct (date TBD) 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.

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Oct 17, 2019 Christie’s Jack Kline inducted into the ShowEast Hall of Fame

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

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

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.

CineAsia 2024 has been scheduled for Dec 9-12, 2024 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:

Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award

Nov 2, 2020 Film Expo Group and Presenting Sponsor, Cinionic, Announce the 2020 CineAsia On-Line Schedule of Events

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

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

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.

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Dolby and Christie to Introduce New Dolby Vision Laser Projection System Cypress, Calif—Mar 24, 2025 Christie® and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) are pleased to announce their renewed collaboration to develop the next generation of Dolby Vision® laser projection systems, which will begin rolling out into theatres in May. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Emperor Cinemas Selects Christie CineLife+ Series for New Flagship Multiplex in Beijing Christie laser projectors deliver vibrant visuals at Emperor Cinemas Taikoo Li Sanlitun Beijing—Mar 14, 2025 Christie® is proud to support Emperor Cinemas with its advanced CineLife+™ Series projectors at the newly opened flagship multiplex in Taikoo Li Sanlitun, a vibrant shopping and entertainment hub in Beijing. This partnership underscores Emperor Cinemas’ commitment to delivering premium moviegoing experiences. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Barco Cinema Celebrates the Age of Laser Projection at CinemaCon 2025 Global leader in laser cinema touts full portfolio with the ideal match for every screen Las Vegas—Mar 12, 2025 Barco, the global leader in laser cinema technology, invites cinema operators to find their ideal laser match at CinemaCon 2025. This year, the company is putting its award-winning portfolio of solutions on show to demonstrate that there is a Barco laser solution for every screen. Read Full • Past Barco News • Barco Info • Barco Site

Arts Alliance Media Agree Strategic Partnership with CineBid to Deliver Programmatic Advertising Solution to Global Cinema London, UK—Feb 12, 2025 Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has agreed a new strategic partnership with CineBid, a technology provider specialising in digital cinema advertising, offering global Screenwriter users access to a pioneering programmatic advertising solution. Read Full • Past Arts Alliance Media News • Arts Alliance Media Info • Arts Alliance Media Site

Regal Cineworld Inks Global Deal with Cinema Technology Leader Barco to Bring Laser By Barco to 4,000 Screens By 2030 Barco’s award-winning Series 4 laser projection solutions to enhance the moviegoing experiences for tens of millions of consumers around the world Knoxville, TN—Jan 16, 2025 Regal Cineworld Group, the world’s second-largest cinema chain, and Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, announce a new initiative to install 4,000 Barco Series 4 laser projectors in theatres across the United States, United Kingdom, and other European markets by 2030. Read Full • Past Barco News • Barco Info • Barco Site

Arts Alliance Media’s Screenwriter Theatre Management System Selected to Support Sundance Film Festival London and Park City, UT—Jan 14, 2025 Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has announced that the Sundance Film Festival, the premier event for independent cinema and one of the world’s foremost Film events, will use their Screenwriter Theatre Management System to control all event content and screens. Read Full • Past Arts Alliance Media News • Arts Alliance Media Info • Arts Alliance Media Site

Ocine Chooses Christie CineLife+ Series for New Premium Multiplex Lleida, Spain—Dec 19, 2024 Christie® is proud to announce that Ocine, Spain’s third-largest cinema exhibition chain, has selected its CineLife+™ Series cinema projectors to equip its new Ocine Premium Lleida multiplex, which opened earlier this month. This will be Ocine's first fully premium multiplex in Catalonia. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Christie Partners with Life Without Barriers to Bring the Magic of Cinema to Foster Families in Ipswich Donation of HOYTS Cinema e-vouchers to charity spreads festive cheer in Queensland Brisbane, Australia—Dec 19, 2024 Christie® is proud to join forces with Life Without Barriers, a charity and social purpose organization, to deliver festive joy to foster families in Ipswich, Queensland. As part of this initiative, Christie is donating 165 HOYTS Cinema e-vouchers, inviting families to experience the magic of cinema at the newly opened HOYTS Ipswich, powered by Christie’s advanced and sustainable RGB pure laser projectors. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

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Mar 25, 2025 CinemaNext France and Kinepolis Announce Agreement to Deploy GRETA Accessibility Solution Across 200 Cinema Auditoriums in France

Mar 19, 2025 Meyer Sound’s Pearson Theatre Steps into the Future with Transformative Upgrade

Mar 12, 2025 Meyer Sound Debuts ASTRYA Screen Channel Loudspeaker at CinemaCon 2025

Feb 27, 2025 Unique X and Cineplex Extend Partnership for 5 Years While Adding Programmatic Advertising and Smart Trailering

Feb 25, 2025 DCDC Announces Rebates to Exhibitor and Content Partners

Feb 19, 2025 D-BOX Technologies Haptic Experience Expanding Across 14 Cinemark Argentina and Hoyts Argentina Auditoriums

Feb 13, 2025 Qube Wire Partners with Derin Film to Launch Electronic Content Delivery Across Turkey

Feb 6, 2025 CinemaNext Brings First Dolby Atmos Cinema to Benin with Luxury Installation at Sofitel Cotonou Marina Hotel & Spa

Dec 18, 2024 Major Cineplex Celebrates 30 Years of Innovation with a Landmark Technological Agreement with Arts Alliance Media

As Major Cineplex proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary, the leading cinema operator in Southeast Asia has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Arts Alliance Media (AAM), a global leader in digital cinema software and services. This collaboration underscores Major Cineplex’s unwavering commitment to technological excellence and its vision to redefine cinema management across Thailand, Laos, and Cambodia.

Dec 16, 2024 Christie 4K RGB laser projectors and Mystique Cinema enhance visuals at world’s longest screen in South Korea

Christie® is proud to announce that CGV, South Korea’s largest cinema chain, has elevated its flagship SCREENX Theatre with Christie CineLife+ Series CP4455-RGB pure laser projectors and Christie Mystique™ Cinema software. This state-of-the-art enhancement offers audiences an immersive cinematic experience like never before.

Dec 11, 2024 Leading Cinema Chains Embrace GDC Enterprise Software Solutions CMS Adoption Soars with Over 425 Percent Growth in Screens Globally

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that its Enterprise Software solutions have been widely adopted by leading cinema chains globally.

Dec 10, 2024 SF Cinema Selects GDC Solutions for Its Lotus Yala Branch and Robinson Lifestyle Chanthaburi Branch

GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that SF Corporation Public Company Limited, Thailand’s premier cinema chain, has launched the country's first movie theatre equipped with DTS Surround Cinema sound systems in all halls.

Dec 10, 2024 Unique X Automatically Deploys Rosettabridge TMS to 2773 Cinemex Screens in Record Time

Dec 9, 2024 Emperor Cinemas to Adopt New Dolby Vision + Dolby Atmos Offering for Premium Moviegoing Experience

Dec 9, 2024 CJ 4DPLEX and Showtime Group Expand Partnership Adding Six New Locations Including ULTRA 4DX, 4DX and SCREENX

Dec 9, 2024 Cinemataztic Launches Programmatic Advertising Platform in the Nordics

Dec 9, 2024 Unique X and Everyman Extend Long Term Relationship

Dec 9, 2024 Christie RGB Laser Projectors Bring Stunning Visuals to Golden Screen Cinemas Luxury Cinema, Aurum Theatre, the Exchange TRX in Kuala Lumpur

Christie® is proud to announce that its advanced RGB laser projectors are powering cinema auditoriums at Golden Screen Cinemas’ (GSC) luxury cinema, Aurum Theatre in The Exchange TRX, Kuala Lumpur. This ultra-luxurious multiplex, the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia, sets a new benchmark for cinematic excellence and immersive experiences.

Dec 9, 2024 Hugo SR Creates Superior Movie-Going Experiences for CineAsia 2024.

Dec 5, 2024 GDC Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation at CineAsia

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today it has signed an agreement with Film ExposGroup to be the Official Co-Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia 2024. As part of the agreement, GDC will continue to play a significant role at Asia’s largest convention and trade show, which is held solely to promote a sustainable and greener cinema industry.

Dec 5, 2024 Christie CineLife+ Series Projectors Illuminate New Premier Cinema at One Bangkok

Christie® is pleased to announce that its advanced CineLife+ Series projectors are illuminating the screens of a new luxury multiplex situated in One Bangkok, the largest holistically integrated district centrally located in the bustling Thai capital.

Dec 3, 2024 Arts Alliance Media’s Screenwriter Theatre Management System Selected to Support CineAsia 2024

Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, and Goldenduck, South East Asia’s leading cinema system integrator of more than 40 years and the official technical coordinator of CineAsia, has announced that AAM’s Screenwriter Theatre Management System (TMS) will manage content and scheduling at CineAsia, the industry’s prestigious trade event, for a second consecutive year.

Dec 2, 2024 Christie to Light Up CineAsia 2024 with Latest Cinema Solutions as the Official Projection Partner

Christie® is proud to announce its role as the official projection partner for CineAsia 2024, where it will showcase its industry-leading cinema solutions. Taking place at True Icon Hall from December 9-12, this annual convention provides an ideal platform to demonstrate Christie’s cutting-edge technologies, designed to deliver awe-inspiring moviegoing experiences across all screen sizes.

Nov 19, 2024 Christie 4K10-HS Laser Projectors Power Immersive Visuals at New 5D Flying Theatre in Hebei Province

Christie® 4K10-HS 1DLP laser projectors deliver exceptional clarity and vivid colours at the new flying theatre attraction at Hetou Old Street scenic area in Tangshan, Hebei province. This captivating experience takes visitors on an aerial journey through northern China’s most iconic sites, including the ancient Great Wall, the breathtaking Shanhaiguan Pass, and the historic Chengde Mountain Resort.

Nov 6, 2024 Såbra AS Announced as Official Norwegian Reseller of Arts Alliance Media Cinema Solutions

Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support, has established a new reseller partnership with Norway’s SåBra AS, a leading cinema services and solutions provider, to become a direct point of contact for AAM’s Screenwriter and Lifeguard solutions.

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Mar 25, 2025 Christie Appoints Hideaki Takizawa as New Chief Financial Officer

Christie® is pleased to announce the appointment of Hideaki Takizawa as the new chief financial officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries, effective April 1, 2025. Reporting to Michael Phipps, president and chief operating officer, Takizawa will align Christie’s financial strategy with its overall goals and manage internal controls and reporting to support continued growth and innovation.

Mar 18, 2025 National Association of Theatre Owners Proudly Enters New Era of Moviegoing as Newly Rebranded Cinema United

Mar 12, 2025 Christie appoints Sean James as executive vice president of Global Sales and Service

Christie®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ushio Inc., today announced the appointment of Sean James as executive vice president, Global Sales & Service, at Christie. In this new role, James will lead the sales function and continue to lead the company’s service organization.

Mar 4, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Appoint Alan Bowen as Chief Executive Officer

Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, is delighted to announce the appointment of Alan Bowen as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with immediate effect.

Feb 25, 2025 DCDC Announces Rebates to Exhibitor and Content Partners

Feb 12, 2025 Local Films and Strong Recovery By US Titles Pivotal for European Cinemas in 2024

Jan 28, 2025 DCDC Extends Partnership with Deluxe and EchoStar, with Focus on Advancing Digital Delivery Across U.S. Cinema Network

Jan 23, 2025 Alan Christensen Joins Qube Wire to Drive North American Growth and Global Expansion

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Feb 19, 2025 Relive the Revolution in Dolby as Purple Rain Returns Exclusively to Dolby Cinema

Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II

Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, is expanding its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco premium format program internationally with the announcement of a new site in the United Kingdom, at Cineworld Leicester Square.

Oct 31, 2024 HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios

Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers by kicking off the holiday season with the release of Amazon MGM Studios’ Red One on November 15.

Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases

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.

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Mar 3, 2025 Advanced Systems Group Partners with Evergreen Studios to Upgrade Dolby Atmos Dub Stage

Feb 25, 2025 Christie Xenon Cinema Projection Selected to Launch Scotland’s First DCI-Compliant Grading Studio

Brick and Mortar, a high-tech boutique grading studio in Glasgow, was set up with the intention of providing filmmakers with a facility to rival the very best in London’s Soho - traditionally the locus of UK post-production expertise - both in terms of technology and talent.

Oct 30, 2024 Meyer Sound Cinema Products Translate for The Dub Stage

Sep 17, 2024 Christie CP4420-Xe Helps GABHA Studios Add VFX Expertise at Finishing Suite

Dublin-based post-production expert, GABHA Studios, has chosen a Christie CP4420-Xe cinema projector for its new colour finishing suite at Westland Row, Dublin, Ireland.

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Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021

GDC Technology, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions and ICTA Teddy Award Winner for Manufacturer of the Year 2020, is expanding into the home theater market by offering the company’s Espedeo™ products.

Jun 22, 2021 Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show”

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that its Espedeo Supra-5000 RGB Plus laser phosphor cinema projector won the prestigious Projection Expo 2021 “Best of Show” award, selected by the editorial staff of Projector Central.

Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

Christie Appoints Hideaki Takizawa as New Chief Financial Officer Cypress, Calif.—Mar 25, 2025 Christie® is pleased to announce the appointment of Hideaki Takizawa as the new chief financial officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries, effective April 1, 2025. Reporting to Michael Phipps, president and chief operating officer, Takizawa will align Christie’s financial strategy with its overall goals and manage internal controls and reporting to support continued growth and innovation. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Christie appoints Sean James as executive vice president of Global Sales and Service CYPRESS, Calif.—Mar 12, 2025 Christie®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ushio Inc., today announced the appointment of Sean James as executive vice president, Global Sales & Service, at Christie. In this new role, James will lead the sales function and continue to lead the company’s service organization. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Arts Alliance Media Appoint Alan Bowen as Chief Executive Officer London—Mar 4, 2025

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ICTA Unveils Winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards Celebrating Cutting-Edge Innovation, Stunning Renovations, and Unforgettable Moviegoing Experiences Universal Hilton, Universal City, CA—Jan 7, 2025 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), the leading global network of motion picture professionals, is thrilled to announce the winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards (NACA), presented in partnership with Celluloid Junkie. Read Full • Past ICTA News • ICTA Info • ICTA Site

CinemaCon® Welcomes Back the Major Studios and Their Film Slates to World’s Largest Theatrical Convention in 2025 Amazon MGM Studios Joins CinemaCon Main Stage Studio Presentations for the First Time; Sony Pictures Returns to the Colosseum Los Angeles—Dec 12, 2024 CinemaCon®, the world’s premier showcase of theatrical exhibition hosted by the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO), today announced that all of the major Hollywood studios will be on hand to showcase their upcoming theatrical slates when cinema owners gather next year at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas from March 31 – April 3. Read Full • Past CinemaCon News • CinemaCon Info • CinemaCon Site

GDC Relocates and Expands its Beijing Office and Added a New Post-Production Screening Room Hong Kong—Dec 10, 2024 GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, is proud to announce the relocation and expansion of its Beijing office. The newly established office now features a state-of-the-art post-production screening room, further enhancing GDC's commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions to the cinema industry. Read Full • Past GDC Technology Limited News • GDC Technology Limited Info • GDC Technology Limited Site

GDC Technology Expands Global Operations with New Facility in Singapore Hong Kong—Dec 9, 2024 GDC Technology Limited, a leading provider of digital cinema solutions, is pleased to announce a major expansion of its global operations with the establishment of a new production facility in Singapore in 2024. This strategic move aligns with GDC’s long-term goals of enhancing its global footprint and operational efficiency. Read Full • Past GDC Technology Limited News • GDC Technology Limited Info • GDC Technology Limited Site

ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award New Jersey, USA/ Bangkok, Thailand—Dec 2, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineAsia are proud to announce that Cinema XXI, Indonesia’s leading cinema operator, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the ICTA CineAsia APAC Achievement Award. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding showmanship and excellence in presentation technology within the APAC region. Read Full • Past ICTA News • ICTA Info • ICTA Site • Past CineAsia 2024 News • CineAsia 2024 Info • CineAsia 2024 Site

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Feb 25, 2025 DCDC Announces Rebates to Exhibitor and Content Partners

Feb 12, 2025 Local Films and Strong Recovery By US Titles Pivotal for European Cinemas in 2024

Jan 28, 2025 DCDC Extends Partnership with Deluxe and EchoStar, with Focus on Advancing Digital Delivery Across U.S. Cinema Network

Jan 23, 2025 Alan Christensen Joins Qube Wire to Drive North American Growth and Global Expansion

Jan 14, 2025 Qube Cinema Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Metamedia

Jan 8, 2025 CineTRAIN Joins HighRock to Elevate Employee Training and Leadership Development in the Cinema Industry

Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie

Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries.

Oct 22, 2024 ICTA and CineTRAIN Launch Innovative Training and Certification Program for Cinema Employees

Aug 27, 2024 MetaMedia Appoints Kristin Kielpinski Cinema and Event Programming Leader as Senior Executive

Aug 14, 2024 Samsung Electronics has appointed Alain Chamaillard as its European Director of Cinema.

Jul 31, 2024 The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) Appoints Carrie Dietrich as Executive Director

Jun 12, 2024 CineTRAIN and ICTA Join Forces to Elevate Cinema Technical Education with Online Training Program

CineTRAIN, leading provider of online educational solutions for the cinema industry, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) to launch a new and engaging online technical training program.

May 23, 2024 Meyer Sound Welcomes Mark Mayfield as Director of Cinema Sound Marketing

May 21, 2024 Ioan Allen, a Creator of the Dolby Stereo Film Program, Receives Medal From the Festival de Cannes, Marking 50 Years of Dolby’s Work in Feature Films

May 21, 2024 CJ 4DPLEX Names CJ ENM Executive Joon Beom Sim as CEO

May 17, 2024 ICTA Announcement of 2024 EMEA Award Winners

The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) today announced the 2024 winners of the ICTA EMEA Awards, celebrating technological leadership, design and innovation in the cinema exhibition sector.

May 6, 2024 Kinepolis to Receive 2024 Milestone Award

Apr 3, 2024 Unique X Secures Up to $80M Investment from Kartesia to Accelerate Growth

Feb 27, 2024 Christie Awards Next Gen Talent at the NFTS

Christie® is pleased to announce this year’s National Film and Television School (NFTS) Most Promising Student Award, an award Christie has sponsored for 19 years. The winner of this year’s award is Creative Business MA student, Cody Updegrave, who was praised for his hard work, commitment, and leadership qualities. Previous award winners have gone on to make stellar introductions to their careers, gracing the global stage at international film festivals and winning further awards for their work.

Jan 12, 2024 Hollywood Recognizes Barco for Achievements in Cinema with Scientific and Engineering Academy Award

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.

Jan 11, 2024 Christie’s Mike Perkins receives Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Scientific and Engineering Award for the Christie E3LH Dolby Vision Cinema Projection System

Christie®, a world leader in audio and visual display technologies, is pleased to announce that its Principal Product Developer, Mike Perkins, has been awarded the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Award in Scientific and Engineering, along with three other recipients, for his work on the design and development of the Christie E3LH projection system, developed in partnership with Dolby Laboratories.

Nov 29, 2023 Classic Cinemas’ Chris Johnson to Receive 2024 NATO Marquee Award at CinemaCon®

The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) will honor Chris Johnson, CEO of Classic Cinemas, with the 2024 NATO Marquee Award during next year’s CinemaCon, Mitch Neuhauser, Managing Director of CinemaCon, announced today.

Nov 15, 2023 Cinema Industry Executives Launch the Fithian Group

Oct 30, 2023 Call for Entries for Third Annual ICTA North America Cinema Awards

The International Cinema Technology Association (‘ICTA’), the leading global network of professionals in the motion picture industry, today announced that award nominations are now open for its Third Annual North America Cinema Awards (NACA) presented in partnership with Celluloid Junkie.

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Mar 25, 2025 CinemaNext France and Kinepolis Announce Agreement to Deploy GRETA Accessibility Solution Across 200 Cinema Auditoriums in France

Mar 24, 2025 Dolby and Christie to Introduce New Dolby Vision Laser Projection System

Christie® and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) are pleased to announce their renewed collaboration to develop the next generation of Dolby Vision® laser projection systems, which will begin rolling out into theatres in May.

Mar 19, 2025 Meyer Sound’s Pearson Theatre Steps into the Future with Transformative Upgrade

Mar 14, 2025 Emperor Cinemas Selects Christie CineLife+ Series for New Flagship Multiplex in Beijing

Christie® is proud to support Emperor Cinemas with its advanced CineLife+™ Series projectors at the newly opened flagship multiplex in Taikoo Li Sanlitun, a vibrant shopping and entertainment hub in Beijing. This partnership underscores Emperor Cinemas’ commitment to delivering premium moviegoing experiences.

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Feb 19, 2025 Relive the Revolution in Dolby as Purple Rain Returns Exclusively to Dolby Cinema

Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II

Oct 31, 2024 HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios

Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases

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Mar 3, 2025 Advanced Systems Group Partners with Evergreen Studios to Upgrade Dolby Atmos Dub Stage

Feb 25, 2025 Christie Xenon Cinema Projection Selected to Launch Scotland’s First DCI-Compliant Grading Studio

Oct 30, 2024 Meyer Sound Cinema Products Translate for The Dub Stage

Sep 17, 2024 Christie CP4420-Xe Helps GABHA Studios Add VFX Expertise at Finishing Suite

Dublin-based post-production expert, GABHA Studios, has chosen a Christie CP4420-Xe cinema projector for its new colour finishing suite at Westland Row, Dublin, Ireland.

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Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021

Jun 22, 2021 Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show”

Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

Relive the Revolution in Dolby as Purple Rain Returns Exclusively to Dolby Cinema Celebrate Prince Again on the Big Screen in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos and Get Your Tickets Today San Francisco, Ca—Feb 19, 2025 Purple Rain, the legendary 1984 rock musical drama starring Prince in his film acting debut, will be brought back to Dolby Cinema at AMC Theatres locations in the US and Dolby Cinema at ODEON locations in the UK for one night only on March 5. Fans will have the opportunity to fall in love with his royal badness all over again, while new generations can be introduced to his lasting influence in a stunning restoration that offers elevated visuals and transcendent audio. Tickets go on sale today. Read Full

HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II London—Nov 12, 2024 Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, is expanding its highly-anticipated HDR by Barco premium format program internationally with the announcement of a new site in the United Kingdom, at Cineworld Leicester Square. Read Full • Past Barco News • Barco Info • Barco Site

HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios Los Angeles—Oct 31, 2024 Barco, the leader in laser-powered cinema solutions, continues its special exhibition of the highly anticipated HDR by Barco cinema format for moviegoers by kicking off the holiday season with the release of Amazon MGM Studios’ Red One on November 15. Read Full • Past Barco News • Barco Info • Barco Site

Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases With DreamWorks Animation’s THE WILD ROBOT and Warner Bros. Pictures’ JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX Los Angeles—Sep 25, 2024 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. Read Full • Past Barco News • Barco Info • Barco Site

Kaleidescape and Mercury Studios Announce Theatrical Collaboration Mountain View and Los Angeles, California—Jul 29, 2024 Kaleidescape, maker of the ultimate movie platform, and Mercury Studios, one of the leading creators, producers and distributors of music related content worldwide, announced today a collaboration to bring the biggest names in music to the cinema. Read Full

Labo Streaming Solutions in The Met: Live in HD Mexico City—Nov 3, 2023 On Saturday October 21 began the Season of The Met: Live in HD 2023 - 2024, which will run until May 11, 2024 with live broadcasts via satellite to 70 countries around the world, including Germany, Canada, France, the United Kingdom, and in Colombia live - exclusively - in theaters of Cine Colombia. Read Full

MetaMedia Named Exclusive Livestreaming Partner for ESPN and Theater Sports Network Partnership to Livestream NCAA College Football Games into U.S. Cinemas Los Angeles, CA—Aug 29, 2023 MetaMedia, the world’s first global entertainment platform that delivers movies, premium content and live events to cinemas and other venues, today announced that the company will serve as the exclusive livestreaming partner for Theater Sports Network and its theatrical distribution agreement with ESPN to livestream regular season Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) college football and major New Year’s Bowl games into U.S. cinemas. Read Full

CJ 4Dplex Reports Record Box Office for First Four Months of 2023 CJ 4DPLEX’s ScreenX and 4DX Theatres Report 70 Percent Increase in Box Office from 2022 Hollywood, Calif.—May 8, 2023 CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies, is off to its strongest start in box office history. The first four months of 2023’s box office for 4DX and ScreenX theatres is tracking 70% higher than last year and 36% higher than pre-pandemic levels (2019) generating over $150 million through May 1. Read Full

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Apr 26, 2023 CJ 4DPLEX’s 4DX Smashes Box Office Records with the Release of Illumination, Nintendo and Universal Pictures’ The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Apr 13, 2023 Avatar: The Way of Water Crosses $100 Million Mark at the Global Box Office in CJ 4DPLEX’s ScreenX and 4DX Theatres

Nov 1, 2022 Book The Cinema Partners With REEL Cinemas to Deliver Private Screenings across the UK

Oct 18, 2022 National CineMedia and Spotlight Cinema Networks Collaborate to Launch Elevate Cinema Network

Oct 12, 2022 Paramount Pictures’ “Top Gun: Maverick” Continues to Break CJ 4Dplex Box Office Records with $60 Million in ScreenX and 4DX

Sep 23, 2022 National CineMedia Expands Network Adds VIP Cinemas and Closes Ten Additional Exhibit Partnerships including MJR and Cinergy Entertainment

Aug 4, 2022 Paramount Pictures' "Top Gun: Maverick" Flies Past $50 Million in ScreenX and 4DX

Apr 6, 2022 Metamedia and Broadcast Management Group Announce the First End-To-End Solution for the Production and Distribution of Live and Interactive Marketing Events to Cinemas and Other Out-Of-Home Venues

Aug 18, 2021 Howie Mandel & Super 78 Studios Partner with Metamedia to Deliver the World’s First Interactive Content to Movie Screens

Jul 18, 2021 Black Widow Shows Theatrical Exclusivity Is the Way Forward

Jun 21, 2021 Theater Owners Welcome the Official Start of Summer with Cinema Week

May 20, 2021 MacGillivray Freeman Films Partners with MetaMedia for Educational and Group Screenings

Mar 6, 2020 Sony Pictures Entertainment’s “Bloodshot” to Screen in Premium Cinema Format ICE Theaters®

Feb 24, 2020 Funimation Films Teams with Mediamation’s MX4D to Offer “My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising” in Immersive, Motion Format

Nov 13, 2019 CJ 4Dplex and the Walt Disney Studios Presents 20th Century Fox’s “Ford V Ferrari” in the Stunning 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX Format

Oct 22, 2019 Acclaimed Cannes/Tribeca Documentary, Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, in Theaters Oct. 25th

Aug 5, 2019 The Matrix Returns to the Big Screen for 20-Year Anniversary Exclusively in Dolby Cinema at AMC

Jul 1, 2019 Dolby and Pathé Live Join Forces to Screen "MYLÈNE FARMER 2019 - THE FILM" in Dolby Cinema and Dolby Atmos Theatres

Feb 11, 2019 Breaking Record After Record, Fathom Events is Set for Banner 2019

Nov 13, 2018 National CineMedia (NCM) and ScoreStreamTeam Up To Bring Local Sports To The Movies

Nov 12, 2018 4Cine®.io Optimizes Sound in Cinemas Worldwide for Simply Red’s “Symphonica in Rosso”

Oct 23, 2018 Trafalgar Releasing to Fund Expanded Cinema Network Bringing More Live Events to U.S. Movie Theatres

Oct 18, 2018 “MOOMINS AND THE WINTER WONDERLAND” Launching into USA Cinema Screens this Holiday Season

Sep 26, 2018 EclairGame Signs Agreement with Belgian Public Broadcaster RTBF for 10 eSports-based Tarmac Ciné Sessions at Kinepolis Brussels

Aug 30, 2018 Christie CP4230 Impresses Cinema Goers at Düsseldorf Airport Throughout the 2018 OpenAirport Cinema Event

Summer is traditionally the time for open air cinemas, including the OpenAirport Cinema in Düsseldorf, where visitors experienced an open air cinema with a special touch, as various Hollywood blockbusters were shown on the airport terrace every weekend in July. Christie® partner BIG cinema GmbH, which specialises in large cinema event and experiences, was on board as the company responsible for the projection technology and chose the Christie CP4230, a native 4K 3DLP Cinema® projector.

Exhibition

Mar 25, 2025 CinemaNext France and Kinepolis Announce Agreement to Deploy GRETA Accessibility Solution Across 200 Cinema Auditoriums in France

Mar 24, 2025 Dolby and Christie to Introduce New Dolby Vision Laser Projection System

Mar 19, 2025 Meyer Sound’s Pearson Theatre Steps into the Future with Transformative Upgrade

Mar 14, 2025 Emperor Cinemas Selects Christie CineLife+ Series for New Flagship Multiplex in Beijing

Industry

Mar 25, 2025 Christie Appoints Hideaki Takizawa as New Chief Financial Officer

Mar 18, 2025 National Association of Theatre Owners Proudly Enters New Era of Moviegoing as Newly Rebranded Cinema United

Mar 12, 2025 Christie appoints Sean James as executive vice president of Global Sales and Service

Mar 4, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Appoint Alan Bowen as Chief Executive Officer

Feb 25, 2025 DCDC Announces Rebates to Exhibitor and Content Partners

Feb 12, 2025 Local Films and Strong Recovery By US Titles Pivotal for European Cinemas in 2024

Jan 28, 2025 DCDC Extends Partnership with Deluxe and EchoStar, with Focus on Advancing Digital Delivery Across U.S. Cinema Network

Jan 23, 2025 Alan Christensen Joins Qube Wire to Drive North American Growth and Global Expansion

Upstream

Mar 3, 2025 Advanced Systems Group Partners with Evergreen Studios to Upgrade Dolby Atmos Dub Stage

Feb 25, 2025 Christie Xenon Cinema Projection Selected to Launch Scotland’s First DCI-Compliant Grading Studio

Oct 30, 2024 Meyer Sound Cinema Products Translate for The Dub Stage

Sep 17, 2024 Christie CP4420-Xe Helps GABHA Studios Add VFX Expertise at Finishing Suite

Dublin-based post-production expert, GABHA Studios, has chosen a Christie CP4420-Xe cinema projector for its new colour finishing suite at Westland Row, Dublin, Ireland.

Downstream

Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021

Jun 22, 2021 Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show”

Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

Advanced Systems Group Partners with Evergreen Studios to Upgrade Dolby Atmos Dub Stage Single-Operator Console Converted to Dual-Operator System to Handle Larger, More Complex Productions Emeryville, Calif.—Mar 3, 2025 Advanced Systems Group (ASG), a systems integrator and equipment dealer for media creatives and content owners, partnered with the renowned Evergreen Studios in Burbank to upgrade their Dolby Atmos Dub Stage. The existing Dolby Atmos mix stage was expanded to support a broader range of clients and attract more immersive mixing clientele. Read Full

Christie Xenon Cinema Projection Selected to Launch Scotland’s First DCI-Compliant Grading Studio Glasgow, Scotland—Feb 25, 2025 Brick and Mortar, a high-tech boutique grading studio in Glasgow, was set up with the intention of providing filmmakers with a facility to rival the very best in London’s Soho - traditionally the locus of UK post-production expertise - both in terms of technology and talent. Read Full • Past Christie News • Christie Info • Christie Site

Meyer Sound Cinema Products Translate for The Dub Stage New Facility Features Same Great Sound with Acheron System Berkeley, CA—Oct 30, 2024 The Dub Stage in Burbank, California, recently relocated and took the opportunity to fully outfit the facility with a Meyer Sound loudspeaker system. Marti D. Humphrey, CEO and Chief Re-Recording Mixer, invited various mixers and producers to The Dub Stage to audition the system. Humphrey said, “Everybody was absolutely blown away by the quality and the dynamics of the system.” Read Full

Christie CP4420-Xe Helps GABHA Studios Add VFX Expertise at Finishing Suite Wokingham, England—Sep 17, 2024

Dublin-based post-production expert, GABHA Studios, has chosen a Christie CP4420-Xe cinema projector for its new colour finishing suite at Westland Row, Dublin, Ireland.

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Eclair Remasters Hans Petter Molan’s “Cold Pursuit” in HDR for Spain’s First Onyx Cinema LED Screen Distributed by A Contracorriente Films, “Venganza Bajo Cero” is the second film mastered in EclairColor HDR at 300 nits for Samsung’s emissive technology Paris, Barcelona—Mar 21, 2019 Eclair, a leader in content services for the motion picture and television industries (Ymagis Group – ISIN: FR0011471291, MAGIS, PEA-PME, TECH 40), today announced its HDR remastering of the Spanish version of Hans Petter Moland’s “Cold Pursuit” (StudioCanal, Mas Films, Paradox Films), the second feature film color graded and mastered at 300 nits for Onyx Cinema LED screens through its EclairColor HDR technology. Read Full

PIX Plays Supporting Role in 91st Academy Award Winning Films PIX Celebrates Oscar-winners in Best Picture, Cinematography, Visual Effects, Sound Editing, Sound Mixing, Animated Feature, among others Los Angeles—Feb 27, 2019 PIX, the entertainment industry leader in delivering secure communication and content management capabilities, celebrates the winners of this year’s 91st Academy Awards who utilized the PIX System. The PIX System enables creative continuity and reduces project risk by ensuring that ideas are accurately shared, stored, and preserved throughout the entire production process. Read Full

Eclair Launches EclairSend Professional Cloud-Based Solution for File Transfer & Transcoding Paris (France), London (United Kingdom)—Feb 26, 2019 Eclair, a leader in content services for the motion picture and television industries (Ymagis Group – ISIN: FR0011471291, MAGIS, PEA-PME, TECH 40), today announced the launch of EclairSend, its new, pay-as-you-go online large file transfer and transcoding service developed with film and audiovisual industry professionals. Read Full

Eclair Remasters First French Feature-Length Film for Onyx Cinema LED Technology Distributed in France by Pathé, "Le Chant du Loup" (“The Wolf’s Call”) is available at Paris’ Pathé Beaugrenelle, the first Onyx Cinema LED-equipped multiplex in France Paris, FR—Feb 22, 2019 Eclair, a leader in content services for the motion picture and television industries, today announced the successful remastering of the first French feature film in 300 nits HDR for Onyx Cinema LED screens, “Le Chant du Loup” (Pathé Films, Trésor Films and Chi-Fou-Mi Productions). Distributed in France by Pathé, Antonin Baudry’s “Le Chant du Loup” (“The Wolf’s Call”) is the first release mastered for Samsung’s new emissive technology to be shown at the Pathé Beaugrenelle in Paris. Read Full

More Upstream News

Feb 12, 2019 Sony VENICE used to capture latest Keira Knightley feature, ‘Official Secrets’

Feb 11, 2019 PIX System Honored with Technical Achievement Award by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Jan 14, 2019 Severtson Makes an Impression at Inventure Studios

Dec 4, 2018 Eurofins Digital Media Services (Edms) Opens its State-Of-The-Art Quality Control Facility in New York City

Oct 16, 2018 Eclair Appoints Anno Storbeck Head of Production for its New Dubbing Studios in Central Berlin

Sep 25, 2018 SMPTE Publishes Immersive Audio Standards for Cinema

Sep 15, 2018 NAGRA myCinema Announces World’s First Use of h.265/HEVC Compression in Digital Cinema

Aug 29, 2018 Dutch Sound System Innovator Introduces the CRMS-LFE18 LFE Subwoofer

Aug 22, 2018 Eclair Announces Successful Deployment of its EclairBox Content Delivery Solution in Denmark with Nordisk Film and DIVO Post Production

Aug 16, 2018 Eclair Equips Its Berlin Content Services Unit Facility with EclairColor HDR Technology

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

Jun 1, 2018 James Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment to Shoot Avatar Sequels on Sony’s Venice Camera

Jun 1, 2018 Sony Adding Powerful New Features and Capabilities to the VENICE Full-Frame Motion Picture Camera System

May 2, 2018 SMPTE Hollywood Section and Steve Yedlin, ASC to Host Screening of ‘On Acquisition and Pipeline for High-Resolution Exhibition’

Apr 30, 2018 Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War Makes Hollywood History as First Film Shot Entirely with IMAX ® Cameras

Apr 25, 2018 Pixelogic Announces Digital Cinema Services

Apr 4, 2018 Abbey Road Studios Installs DTS:X Mixing Tools

Feb 1, 2018 New Panavision Millennium DXL2 Camera Debuts at BSC Expo

Jan 30, 2018 2018 HPA Tech Retreat Announces Expanded Program

Jan 15, 2018 Ymagis Group Announces EclairColor HDR License Program for Content Labs and Cinema Integrators

Jan 10, 2018 Ymagis Group Announces Bpifrance Support for EclairColor Deployment in North America

Oct 19, 2017 HARMAN Professional Solutions Announces Immersive Audio Workshops at AES 2017

Oct 5, 2017 Red Announces the New Monstro 8K W

Sep 27, 2017 MPS and Labo Launch A New Joint Venture, MPSlabo — A Core Facility Based Out of Burbank, California, with Services Spanning Post-Production and Content Distribution

Sep 6, 2017 Sony Unveils VENICE, Its First 36x24mm Full-Frame Digital Motion Picture Camera System

Exhibition

Mar 25, 2025 CinemaNext France and Kinepolis Announce Agreement to Deploy GRETA Accessibility Solution Across 200 Cinema Auditoriums in France

Mar 24, 2025 Dolby and Christie to Introduce New Dolby Vision Laser Projection System

Mar 19, 2025 Meyer Sound’s Pearson Theatre Steps into the Future with Transformative Upgrade

Mar 14, 2025 Emperor Cinemas Selects Christie CineLife+ Series for New Flagship Multiplex in Beijing

Industry

Mar 25, 2025 Christie Appoints Hideaki Takizawa as New Chief Financial Officer

Mar 18, 2025 National Association of Theatre Owners Proudly Enters New Era of Moviegoing as Newly Rebranded Cinema United

Mar 12, 2025 Christie appoints Sean James as executive vice president of Global Sales and Service

Mar 4, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Appoint Alan Bowen as Chief Executive Officer

Feb 25, 2025 DCDC Announces Rebates to Exhibitor and Content Partners

Feb 12, 2025 Local Films and Strong Recovery By US Titles Pivotal for European Cinemas in 2024

Jan 28, 2025 DCDC Extends Partnership with Deluxe and EchoStar, with Focus on Advancing Digital Delivery Across U.S. Cinema Network

Jan 23, 2025 Alan Christensen Joins Qube Wire to Drive North American Growth and Global Expansion

Content

Feb 19, 2025 Relive the Revolution in Dolby as Purple Rain Returns Exclusively to Dolby Cinema

Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II

Oct 31, 2024 HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios

Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases

Downstream

Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021

Jun 22, 2021 Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show”

Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership

Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions

GDC Technology to Showcase Espedeo Home Theater Solution during CEDIA Expo 2021 Indianapolis—Aug 31, 2021 GDC Technology, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions and ICTA Teddy Award Winner for Manufacturer of the Year 2020, is expanding into the home theater market by offering the company’s Espedeo™ products. Read Full • Past GDC Technology Limited News • GDC Technology Limited Info • GDC Technology Limited Site

Projection Expo 2021 Awards Espedeo Supra-5000 with “Best of Show” Hong Kong—Jun 22, 2021 GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that its Espedeo Supra-5000 RGB Plus laser phosphor cinema projector won the prestigious Projection Expo 2021 “Best of Show” award, selected by the editorial staff of Projector Central. Read Full • Past GDC Technology Limited News • GDC Technology Limited Info • GDC Technology Limited Site

Alcons Audio and Pulse Cinemas Forge New UK Partnership Dutch sound innovator expands into UK custom install market Zwaag, The Netherlands—Feb 3, 2021 Alcons Audio has teamed up with high-end UK home cinema company Pulse Cinemas to bring its industry-leading pro-ribbon audio systems to British home cinema aficionados. Read Full

Westwind Media Upgrades Stage 1 to Dolby ATMOS with RSPE Audio Solutions Los Angeles, CA,—Jul 10, 2018 Westwind Media, already one of the top post production facilities in Los Angeles, has completed their upgrade of Stage 1 to support Dolby ATMOS—launching the facility into the forefront of the immersive sound market. Read Full

Severtson Screens Features Acclaimed Giant Electric Motorized Cinema-Sized Screens at 2018 InfoComm The SēVision 3D GX Giant Electric Motorized Projection Cinema Screens are Ideal for Large Venues Where a Screen Needs to be Raised & Lowered, Such as in Commercial, University/School, Museum, and Play & Opera Houses with Large Stage Environments Mesa, Arizona—May 10, 2018 Severtson Screens (severtsonscreens.com), a global leader in innovative and quality projection screens for the commercial, pro AV, home theater, and cinema markets, will feature the SēVision 3D GX Giant Electric Motorized Cinema-Sized Projection Screen line during InfoComm 2018, held from June 6-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth C3638. The screens are available up to 12 meters wide. Read Full

NEC Announces Release of New 10,000-Lumens Projector with 4K Native Resolution Highly reliable UHD projector provides excellent detail and color reproduction Chicago—May 8, 2018 NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc., a leading provider of commercial projectors and LCD displays, today announced the release of a new ultra-high definition installation projector, the PX1005QL. Read Full • Past Sharp Electronics Corporation News • Sharp Electronics Corporation Info • Sharp Electronics Corporation Site

Dolby Laboratories Enables the Future of Entertainment Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos momentum showcased at CES San Francisco—Jan 6, 2017 This week at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE: DLB) is showcasing the future of consumer entertainment, and how it is delivering spectacular imaging and audio experiences in partnership with leading global brands such as Lenovo, LG, P&F USA (Philips), Sony, and TCL, across broadcast, over-the-top (OTT), Ultra HD Blu-ray, gaming, and music. Dolby has accelerated global partner momentum in all categories, with a growing number of Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos enabled products and content announced at the show. Read Full

Meyer Sound’s Legendary Pro Systems Moving into Residential and Private Cinema Market Ultimate Home Cinema Demonstrations Scheduled during CEDIA Expo Berkeley, CA—Aug 31, 2016 Meyer Sound’s involvement in the cinema world began back in 1980 when John Meyer built the original 650 subwoofer for the multichannel sound system touring with the 70mm theatrical release of Francis Ford Coppola’s "Apocalypse Now.” The legendary director later said, “If only every theatre had a system like this they would have the same remarkable experience I have on my stage.” Read Full

More Downstream News

Jul 19, 2016 DTS and Paramount Enter Agreement to Include DTS:X Audio in Select Home Entertainment Releases

Jun 27, 2016 Dolby Laboratories and Amazon Announce Availability of Dolby Vision High Dynamic Range on Amazon Video

Jun 16, 2016 Dolby Laboratories and Lionsgate Announce Collaboration to Bring Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos Content to the Home

Jun 7, 2016 Lightspeed Design, Inc. Launches DepthQ® Virtual Reality Film Experience

Jun 2, 2016 D-BOX Technologies Announces Partnership with the Virtual Reality Company to Create Unprecedented Virtual Reality Experiences

Jan 5, 2016 Dolby Laboratories and LG Electronics Announce LG Premium TV Lineup Enabled with Dolby Vision Technology

Dec 10, 2015 IMAX Launches Private Theatre Business with More Than 80 Initial Signings

Oct 15, 2015 Movie Producer Jerry Bruckheimer Selects Barco Residential Projector for His New Home Theater

Oct 14, 2015 MStar Adopts Dolby Vision for 4K Ultra HD TV SoCs

Apr 9, 2013 Dolby Strikes Agreement with Cameron Pace Group to Bring 3D Entertainment to the Home

Nov 12, 2012 “Innovative Global industry Award” for Volfoni at International 3D Fair 2012

Jul 30, 2012 XPAND 3D Poises For Huge Push in Home Theater 3D Market With Establishment of New Home Theater Division

Jan 10, 2012 Volfoni showcases creative 3D technology, with its portfolio of passive and active 3D solutions at CES

Jun 10, 2011 At InfoComm 2011 in Orlando, Volfoni® will proudly introduce SmartCrystal™ Pro, their latest innovation in passive 3D technology

May 16, 2011 RealD and Samsung LCD Announce License Agreement for Full Resolution 3D Panels for PC and TV

Apr 8, 2011 ActivEyes® glasses by Volfoni, serving the professionals of NABshow 2011

Mar 22, 2011 Kit Digital and XDC Join Forces to Provide the Entertainment Industry with A Full Suite of Global Content Services

Feb 25, 2011 For the First Time in Europe, at the Cebit Conference in Hanover, Germany March 1 – 5, Volfoni® Will Unveil Activeyes®

Feb 14, 2011 MasterImage 3D Reveals New 3D Displays and Immersive 3D User Interface at Mobile World Congress

Jan 6, 2011 MasterImage 3D Showcases Glasses-Free 3D Mobile Displays at CES

Jan 4, 2011 RealD and Samsung LCD Jointly Develop New LCD Based RDZ™ 3D Display Technology

Jan 3, 2011 Volfoni Unveils “Activeyes”, World’s First Cross-Over (Active & Passive) and Multi-Functional 3D Eyewear at CES

Jan 3, 2011 Volfoni releases new EDGE™1.1 DLP®-Link™ 3D glasses

Nov 17, 2010 VIZIO Licenses RealD 3D Technologies

Oct 26, 2010 Consumer Demand Strong for 3D Movies

Exhibition

Mar 25, 2025 CinemaNext France and Kinepolis Announce Agreement to Deploy GRETA Accessibility Solution Across 200 Cinema Auditoriums in France

Mar 24, 2025 Dolby and Christie to Introduce New Dolby Vision Laser Projection System

Mar 19, 2025 Meyer Sound’s Pearson Theatre Steps into the Future with Transformative Upgrade

Mar 14, 2025 Emperor Cinemas Selects Christie CineLife+ Series for New Flagship Multiplex in Beijing

Industry

Mar 25, 2025 Christie Appoints Hideaki Takizawa as New Chief Financial Officer

Mar 18, 2025 National Association of Theatre Owners Proudly Enters New Era of Moviegoing as Newly Rebranded Cinema United

Mar 12, 2025 Christie appoints Sean James as executive vice president of Global Sales and Service

Mar 4, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Appoint Alan Bowen as Chief Executive Officer

Feb 25, 2025 DCDC Announces Rebates to Exhibitor and Content Partners

Feb 12, 2025 Local Films and Strong Recovery By US Titles Pivotal for European Cinemas in 2024

Jan 28, 2025 DCDC Extends Partnership with Deluxe and EchoStar, with Focus on Advancing Digital Delivery Across U.S. Cinema Network

Jan 23, 2025 Alan Christensen Joins Qube Wire to Drive North American Growth and Global Expansion

Content

Feb 19, 2025 Relive the Revolution in Dolby as Purple Rain Returns Exclusively to Dolby Cinema

Nov 12, 2024 HDR by Barco Goes International with First Location in the United Kingdom, opening with the global premiere of Paramount Pictures’ of GLADIATOR II

Oct 31, 2024 HDR by Barco Kicks Off the Holidays with Red One, starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, from Amazon MGM Studios

Sep 25, 2024 Barco Expands Slate of its “HDR by Barco” Film Releases

Upstream

Mar 3, 2025 Advanced Systems Group Partners with Evergreen Studios to Upgrade Dolby Atmos Dub Stage

Feb 25, 2025 Christie Xenon Cinema Projection Selected to Launch Scotland’s First DCI-Compliant Grading Studio

Oct 30, 2024 Meyer Sound Cinema Products Translate for The Dub Stage

Sep 17, 2024 Christie CP4420-Xe Helps GABHA Studios Add VFX Expertise at Finishing Suite

Dublin-based post-production expert, GABHA Studios, has chosen a Christie CP4420-Xe cinema projector for its new colour finishing suite at Westland Row, Dublin, Ireland.