Most broadcast facilities are mid-transition from SDI to IP, running both at once. Here you'll find coverage of SMPTE ST 2110, remote and cloud production, bonded cellular contribution, camera-to-cloud workflows, and the switchers and gear keeping live shows on air.
Blacon Media, in partnership with Streaming Media Live and Roberts Communications Network, successfully delivered the 2026 International Jazz Day event as a global live 4K UHD broadcast. This production utilized LiveU LU800 for the primary IP transmission path and a C-Band satellite uplink for 4K HEVC encoded backup, ensuring full redundancy from Chicago to a worldwide audience via YouTube, Facebook, and international broadcast partners.
NEP Europe will provide a full suite of broadcast solutions for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, including broadcast hardware and production services, for the event taking place in Vienna.
Foundry has expanded its Nuke Stage software with new features for virtual production and in-camera VFX (ICVFX) using LED walls. The update includes support for NotchLC, Gaussian Splats, and USD scene workflows, alongside a metadata Vault, designed for operation on standard hardware.
Ross Video will showcase its unified production workflows at BroadcastAsia 2026, featuring the APAC debut of its Vertex product. The company plans to offer hands-on demonstrations of its product line.
Nightsky Studios, a virtual production facility in Coatbridge, east of Glasgow, is relying on Brompton Technology's Tessera SX4 LED processors and XD distribution units for its virtual production stage. The facility, which opened in April last year, covers almost 3,000m².
Nightsky Studios, a virtual production facility east of Glasgow, is relying on Brompton Technology's Tessera SX4 LED processors and Brompton HDR to drive its LED volumes. The studio, which opened in April last year, covers close to 3,000m².
Foundry has released Nuke Stage, a hardware-agnostic virtual production application designed for end-to-end virtual production and in-camera VFX. The software now integrates expanded 3D workflows and native USD compatibility, targeting a streamlined approach for film and TV production.
Foundry has released Nuke Stage, a virtual production application designed for end-to-end virtual production and in-camera VFX. The software features expanded 3D workflows and native USD compatibility, positioning it as a hardware-agnostic solution.
Nightsky Studios has launched a new virtual production facility in Coatbridge, east of Glasgow, Scotland, featuring nearly 3000 m² of interior space. This studio is equipped with ROE Visual LED technology and Brompton processing systems.
TNDV and Live Media, both divisions of Live Media Group, provided live broadcast coverage for Final Four Concerts using multi-truck production facilities. This involved deploying multiple production trucks and equipment to manage the live production for the event. The companies have previously worked on similar large-scale live productions.
Ross Video CEO David Ross discussed the Canadian company's innovations in sports broadcast and live event technology, including robotic cameras and data-rich visual solutions, with John Stackhouse. The conversation highlighted Ross Video's role in redefining live events, from major league sports to music concerts.
The BBC R&D is developing the MXL project, which leverages the EBU's Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) framework, to enable software-based orchestration of live media production workflows. MXL aims to transition live production processes from fixed, hardware-based environments to flexible, remote, and virtualized software platforms. This initiative focuses on open standards for media sharing and control, moving towards orchestrating entire live production software ecosystems.
NEP will provide vision mixing services for the Eurovision Song Contest for the seventh consecutive time. The company will utilize its UHD2 unit from the Netherlands and UHD24 unit from Germany for the production.
Ross Video furnished three new control rooms for the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) to upgrade its production capabilities. The installation includes Ross Video's Carbonite production switchers and other production equipment, enabling enhanced live content creation for NYSE's digital programming.
Tyrell Corporation utilized Marshall Cameras, specifically the CV504 Micro POV and CV730 PTZ systems, for their broadcast coverage of the FEI World Cup on CBS Sports Network. These camera systems were deployed to enhance the immersive quality of the equestrian event broadcasts.
Solid State Logic will ship its new portable TCA Tour system in July 2026, enabling broadcast crews to transport a full System T setup between venues more easily. The system is designed for mobile production environments.
NEP is providing technical infrastructure, cinematic camera integration, and comprehensive live event services for the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, supporting Austrian broadcaster ORF and EBU.
NEP Group has been selected to deliver broadcast production services for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna. They will support host broadcaster ORF in this endeavor.
Vizrt's VP of Brand, Lennie Nelson, discussed the company's product offerings, including integration with Zoom, at NAB 2026. The company focuses on visual solutions for enterprise broadcast and content capture.
Asus has announced two new professional OLED monitors, the ProArt Display OLED PA27USD and PA32USD, featuring 240Hz refresh rates and 12G-SDI connectivity. These monitors are designed for professional video production workflows.
LiveU has announced a strategic partnership with DRONERESPONDERS, a non-profit focused on public safety for UAS. The partnership aims to enhance video transmission capabilities for public safety drones using LiveU's technology.
Vizrt has partnered with Holdan to distribute its visual storytelling tools, including vision mixing, HTML5 graphics, and AR graphics, across the UK and Ireland. This agreement aims to provide content creators and live production teams in the region with wider access to Vizrt's live production technology. The partnership is highlighted as a response to the converging broadcast and AV markets and the growing demand for video content.
Vizrt is supplying its Viz Engine and Viz Virtual Studio technologies to ORF, the host broadcaster for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. These solutions will render all on-screen graphics, including real-time 3D graphics, virtual environments, and augmented reality elements for the live production.
Vivid Broadcast has launched Barra OB, a new 20-camera fully remote HDR outside broadcasting truck. Designed for both 50p SDR and HDR workflows, it includes high-end equipment such as the Ross Ultrix FR5 SDI router and Calrec Argo-M 48-fader mixer, and is currently being used for Women’s Super League (WSL) matches, connecting to Sky’s galleries or Vivid's Remote Production Centre.
NEP is supporting host broadcaster ORF in the production of Eurovision 2026, utilizing its TFC broadcast control system for IP-based SMPTE ST 2110 signal routing, multiview, and redundancy. The company is providing outside broadcast facilities, wireless RF camera systems, cinematic camera integration, a technical operations center, and an engineering crew. Additionally, Creative Technology, part of NEP Group, is supplying LED screens and display solutions for the event.
LiveU announced its plans to showcase its "most powerful IP-video EcoSystem to date" at Broadcast Asia 2026. The company intends to highlight solutions designed to enhance live production workflows for broadcasters.
QuickLink is showcasing its latest remote guest contribution systems, expanded StudioEdge range, and AI-powered StudioPro at MPTS 2026. This display features enhancements to their hardware and software solutions for production workflows, including AI integration.
HBO's new show 'It's Florida, Man' is leveraging cloud workflows for its post-production process. This approach is intended to streamline the post-production pipeline for the series.
The article discusses the growing trend of broadcasters adopting hybrid production models, which combine cloud and on-premises infrastructure. This shift is leading to a re-evaluation of traditional control room setups and how production technology is deployed within the industry.
Cobalt Digital will demonstrate its IPMX/ST 2110 product range, specifically highlighting the COBALT blueCORE family, at BroadcastAsia 2026. The exhibition will focus on IP-based signal processing solutions for broadcast and production workflows, leveraging industry standards.
Vizrt has been selected as the Official Technical Supplier for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, in collaboration with host broadcaster ORF. The company will provide its real-time 3D graphics rendering, compositing (Viz Engine), and virtual and augmented reality (Viz Virtual Studio) solutions for the live television production.
Blackmagic Design has implemented a second price increase across its camera and storage product lines. The company attributes these price adjustments to a severe global flash memory shortage, which is reportedly exacerbated by demand from AI data centers.
Riedel Communications will provide end-to-end connectivity and communication infrastructure for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, leveraging its Managed Technology offering. This includes the Glasgow 2026 Games Integrated Network (GIN), powered by Riedel's DIVA+ media backbone, to manage communications, AV signals, and data transfer. Riedel will also supply integrated intercom and radio systems, and Wide Area Networks for live broadcast transmission from venues to the Broadcast Operations Centre.
Ross Production Services has seen rapid demand for its new 48-foot HyperMax-1 production truck, which integrates Ross gear alongside equipment from Sony, Canon, and Calrec. The truck is designed for live production, with its initial deployments covering a wide range of sports and entertainment events.
Solid State Logic (SSL) has launched TCA Tour, a portable fly-away audio production system. This system is built from System T components and is designed for broadcast and touring applications.
Vivid Broadcast has launched its new custom-built Outside Broadcast (OB) truck, named Barra OB. This new OB vehicle is designed to complement the company's existing traditional OBs and remote production capabilities.
At Eurovision 2026, ORF is utilizing ARRI Alexa cinematic cameras, managed by technical production manager Claudio Bortoli, to produce a distinct visual aesthetic for the event. This approach aims to deliver a 'greener, more cinematic' production.
LiveU contrasts general-purpose network bonding with its specialized video bonding solution, explaining that its LRT (LiveU Reliable Transport) protocol integrates video encoding and transport to prevent glitches during live broadcasts. The article highlights that typical network bonding solutions are unaware of video content, leading to quality issues when network conditions degrade, whereas LiveU's system proactively adjusts bitrate to maintain stream integrity. LiveU emphasizes that this integrated approach is crucial for reliable live video transmission across various production scales.
Intinor will showcase its latest technical enhancements for the Direkt series at BroadcastAsia 2026. This includes improvements in IP transport diagnostics and HDR workflows.
Facilis Technology announced advancements for its HUB servers, focusing on enhanced security authorization and data loss prevention for hybrid workgroups. Version 8.4 introduces network speed improvements via multi-link connectivity and an Avid Media Composer Panel for FastTracker. Additionally, Facilis Technology is partnering with Ortana Media Group for secure web administration of HUB servers.
Intinor will showcase its latest firmware and products at MPTS 2026, joining its UK partner Zest Technologies at Stand F47. This follows the company's recent introduction of new firmware at NAB. The event will take place on May 13-14 at Olympia London.
Mavis has launched Mavis Studio for iPad, an application that integrates multicamera video switching, playback, graphics, audio mixing, recording, and streaming. This app combines multiple production functionalities into a single iPad device.
Boland Coms will display its new QD4K32HDR10 4K QD-OLED monitor at the MPTS 2026 trade show. This monitor features a 31.5-inch screen with 1000 nits brightness and is designed for color-critical applications.
Leostream announced unified high-performance computing (HPC) remote access interoperability, aiming to simplify decentralized live and post-production workflows. This initiative is built on a partner ecosystem with technical integrations and validation from companies including Nutanix, AWS, Red Hat OpenShift, HP, Mechdyne, and Microsoft.
Hedge announced the introduction of "Workspace Groups" for its Mimiq product, which builds upon previous enhancements to its Workspaces feature. This update aims to provide more conveniences for users managing their production workflows.
France Télévisions has adopted Imagine Communications' SNP-XS solution. This deployment aims to accelerate the broadcaster's ST 2110 migration and enhance remote production workflows.
Wisycom provided wireless audio systems to Gravity Media for covering live action events like cycling races and marathons, which span many miles. The solution included MCR54 receivers, MTP60 bodypack transmitters, and MFL optical fiber links to address extreme RF challenges over long distances. Gravity Media highlighted the system's reliability and performance in maintaining stable audio quality across diverse and expansive environments.
Manifold technologies, a German company specializing in cloud infrastructure for live broadcast production, has announced that its AT300 Multiviewer product now supports its Manifold platform. This follows their appearance at NAB 2026.
Kokusai Denki Electric America showcased its camera and remote production offerings, including 4K capabilities, at the NAB Show. The company, formerly Hitachi, highlighted its advancements in broadcast production technology.
France Télévisions has become the first broadcaster to deploy Imagine Communications' SNP-XS, a new addition to the Selenio Network Processor (SNP) product line. The SNP-XS is designed for IP-based production workflows.
