Riedel coach communications partnership with Scottish Rugby expands for third season
Riedel Communications has renewed its partnership with Scottish Rugby for a third season, providing its SidelineComms managed service for match-day and training operations. The deployment integrates Bolero wireless intercom technology and StageLink adapters to facilitate communication between coaches, staff, and referees.
Key Takeaways
- Deployment includes 21 Bolero S beltpacks with push-to-talk headsets and three standard Bluetooth-enabled beltpacks for head coaches.
- StageLink Network Stream Adapters facilitate intercom recording and route referee microphone audio directly into in-game communications.
- Infrastructure at Scottish Gas Murrayfield was upgraded to extend signal coverage from the pitch to the coaching box and changing rooms.
- Managed service package covers system integration, remote support, and tour-specific flight cases for international fixtures.
Why It Matters
This renewal demonstrates the growing reliance on managed service models for high-stakes live sports production, where hardware reliability and technical support are bundled to reduce operational overhead. By integrating referee audio and coaching staff into a single Bolero-based ecosystem, Scottish Rugby is prioritizing low-latency, high-fidelity communication that can withstand the acoustic challenges of sold-out stadiums. For the broader streaming and broadcast industry, this highlights a shift toward specialized, tour-ready infrastructure that ensures consistency between home venues and international sites. Watch for Riedel to showcase these integrated live production workflows, including signal transport and monitoring, at the upcoming IBC2026 exhibition in Amsterdam.
Additional Context
The move toward SMPTE ST 2110 network infrastructure remains a critical consideration for organizations scaling their IP-based intercom and audio routing capabilities.
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