Panasonic Acquires HIVE Media Control; Strengthens Immersive Visual Workflow and Media Delivery Capabilities Knowledge Hub Latest News by Elton - May 21, 2026May 20, 2026 GLOBAL: Panasonic Projector & Display Corporation has announced the acquisition of UK-based media technology company HIVE Media Control Ltd., a move that significantly expands Panasonic’s capabilities in media playback, synchronisation, and control for immersive environments and fixed-installation visual applications. Through the acquisition, Panasonic has secured 100% ownership of HIVE, further
inMusic Expands Technology Portfolio Through Native Instruments Acquisition Knowledge Hub Latest News by Elton - May 12, 2026May 11, 2026 GLOBAL: inMusic has significantly expanded its footprint within the global music technology sector through the acquisition of Native Instruments, bringing one of the industry’s most influential software and production technology developers into a portfolio that already includes brands such as Akai Professional, Denon DJ, Numark, M-Audio, and Moog Music. The deal
Thomas Riedel Acquires ARRI to Bridge the Future of Production Technology Knowledge Hub Latest News by Elton - April 17, 2026April 16, 2026 GLOBAL: In a move set to reshape the contours of the global media and entertainment technology landscape, Thomas Riedel, founder and owner of Riedel Communications and the Riedel Group, has acquired ARRI, the Munich-based premium manufacturer of camera and lighting technology for motion picture and live entertainment. Selected through a
ETC Strengthens Architectural Controls Portfolio with the Acquisition of Pharos Architectural Controls Knowledge Hub Latest News by Elton - February 3, 2026February 3, 2026 GLOBAL: ETC has announced a decisive step toward defining the next era of architectural lighting control with the acquisition of longtime collaborator, Pharos Architectural Controls (Pharos). Pharos is a UK-based developer and manufacturer of dynamic lighting control systems used in architectural, themed entertainment, and large-scale visual installations. This investment builds on more than two decades of partnership between ETC and Pharos whose 21-year
Ross Video Steps into Experiential AV with Acquisition of ioversal Knowledge Hub Latest News by Elton - October 3, 2025October 3, 2025 GLOBAL: Ross Video has expanded its live production ecosystem into the realm of immersive experiences with the acquisition of ioversal, the innovators behind the Vertex audiovisual production suite. The move reinforces Ross Video’s strategy of building a comprehensive end-to-end toolkit that bridges broadcast, sports, entertainment and live events with experiential AV. Vertex
Elation Powers Up with X-Laser Acquisition and Launch of X-Laser USA Knowledge Hub Latest News by Elton - October 2, 2025October 2, 2025 GLOBAL: Elation Lighting Inc. has taken a decisive step into the world of high-powered laser effects with the acquisition of the X-Laser brand and assets, unveiling X-Laser USA as a new independent company that will continue under the X-Laser name. “The addition of X-Laser represents an exciting and complementary expansion to our
Beyerdynamic to be Acquired by China’s Cosonic Intelligent Technologies Knowledge Hub Latest News by Elton - June 11, 2025 GLOBAL: In what appears to be a significant development for the global professional audio industry, reports suggest that German audio equipment manufacturer Beyerdynamic is said to be acquired by Chinese firm Cosonic Intelligent Technologies for an estimated initial purchase price of €122 million. The deal was rumoured to be formalised on 5
The Freedman Group Makes Waves with Lectrosonics Acquisition Knowledge Hub Latest News by Elton - May 17, 2025 GLOBAL: In a landmark move poised to redefine the landscape of professional audio, The Freedman Group — parent to industry-leading brands including RØDE, Mackie, Aphex, SoundField and Event Electronics — has officially acquired wireless audio manufacturer Lectrosonics. While financial terms remain undisclosed, the deal encompasses the company’s brand, complete intellectual property
Focusrite plc Acquires Martin Audio Ltd News by Thomas Richard - December 20, 2019December 20, 2019 Focusrite founder and chairman, Philip Dudderidge, Martin Audio Managing Director, Dominic Harter, and Focusrite CEO, Tim Carroll Focusrite plc., which comprises the Focusrite, ADAM Audio, Novation and Ampify Music brands, has announced the acquisition of LDC-backed Martin Audio Ltd and associated companies, the British, Buckinghamshire-based designer and manufacturer of high-performance loudspeaker
Area Four Industries acquires Prolyte Live News by Thomas Richard - October 31, 2019 Area Four Industries consolidates its leadership position among the world manufacturers of aluminium trusses, support structures, peripheral products and related services industry. Continuing on the path already traced by the other controlled brands, Prolyte will keep its DNA intact but will undergo a profound reorganization from a management, production and strategic point