Bryan Waters commented on the appointment: "Starlike is a welcome and highly appropriate addition to our growing portfolio of high-quality distribution partners. We have been in discussion with them for several months now and with the advent of SuperHub and other plans we have for the development of the line, both parties felt that the time had come to solidify the relationship. Starlike brings a broad range of expertise and an excellent
Kenline joins the Marketing Services team after four years as an engineer in QSC's R&D division. His in-depth knowledge of QSC's products makes him the ideal person to spearhead the company's education and demonstration initiatives, say QSC. Kenline's responsibilities will include conducting informational seminars, overseeing technical marketing support material, and co-ordinating the development of QSC's new education and demonstration programs. These programs are part of QSC's effort to distribute product and background information to each specific vertical market in a manner that is consistent with the company's drive for excellence.
Prior to joining QSC, Shawn Watts held
This is a pivotal time for PLASA as it reviews its long-term goals, and with issues such as safety, training and legislation high on the agenda, those who stand will be able to directly influence the way these aims are met, and the way in which PLASA moves forward.
Letters have been sent to all eligible members, inviting representatives to stand for the three places available, which have arisen as a result of the stepping down of long-serving members Mick Hannaford (LightProcessor), Sammy de Havilland (Deco Leisure) and Neil Darracott (Total Fabrications). If you feel you can make a positive
Entec's Noreen O'Riordan says that apart from its immediate use on the Jools tour, they also picked RADlite to add another element to their expanding range of LED fixtures - which includes the - James Thomas Pixelline - as it runs their Pixeldrive control software. "All those associated with RADlite - David March at Projected Image Digital and Simon Carter and Emma Long from IRAD - were incredibly helpful, and took time answering all our questions at PLASA," she said.
At PLASA, LD Dave Byars (Blur) gave an impressive hands-on demo of Pixeldrive in action on the James Thomas Stand, and talked over his own show experiences of us
The move addresses the need for more space and the recent expansion of the team. The purpose-built unit is being customized for Stagetec to meet the growing demands of its business and workflow. The site includes a large, open prep area for equipment to be tested and set-up before being dispatched for installation or sale, and dedicated areas for both the audio and lighting elements of Stagetec's business, plus large demonstration and training areas. The offices are also designed and
Taking place from 12-13 May 2004 at Earls Court, to coincide with the opening of the Museums & Heritage Show, the 2004 Awards will also include two new categories to ensure all areas of the industry have the opportunity to contribute. With a host of UK-based contractors and suppliers working on exciting projects throughout the world, the new Award for Excellence Overseas, supported by UK Trad
The aim of UK Trade & Investment is to help UK companies build their international business and to encourage foreign direct investment. With teams based in 200 markets around the world, and a regional network that provides local knowledge right across the country, UK Trade & Investment is able to provide specialist advice and tailored programmes to help UK exporters and inward investors achieve business success in the global market.
This new identity reflects the increasingly close relationship between trade and investment work within the organisation and its continuing commitment to provide an integrated service - delivering business opportunities through a global network.
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This new initiative is said to benefit smaller firms, trade associations and other similar bodies, who will be able to submit their health and safety schemes to an ABI committee for an assessment of the scheme, which will then be held up against best practice features that they, as insurers, would expect to see.
The ABI assessment committee will consist of senior underwriters, and details of the assessments will be sent by the ABI
Established in 1982, the business employs approximately 140 staff, with an annual turnover of £20 million to the year ended 30 June 2003. Blair Nimmo, KPMG Corporate Recovery Partner said: "The business has experienced trading difficulties due to the general economic downturn which has continued to affect the advertising and related industries. Fortunatel, McMillan enjoys a good reputation within its marketplace and has a portfolio of high profile customers; therefore we are
Newcastle Quayside-based The R&B Group has a staff of 15 and offers a complete technical solution for presentations, events or shows using the most progressive technical equipment available in the industry. Its work takes them across the country and abroad and is synonymous with many household names such the Royal Shakespeare Company, Royal College of Nursing, Newcastle Chronicle & Journal Ltd, Northern Arts and the eye-catching launch of Gateshead's Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.
The company's marketing team has just returned from a successful city conference with the Newcastle Gateshead Initiative, aimed at attracting London buyers into ho
Adrian Merrett of A.S. Laser told L&SI: "The move will streamline our service and address the production issues we have had in the past, ensuring next-day delivery for our customers."
The company's 07000 contact number remains the same.
L&SI ran an article back in March 2003 about the rise of credit card fraud within the industry and you can find out more at the PLASA Website address given below. It is also worthwhile checking the guidance and advice on avoiding credit card fraud at the Cardwatch website address, also given below.
(Nicky Greet)
Rigging Seminars is a world leader in rigging training, having been in operation more than 10 years and trained more than 4,000 people. Its instructors are highly respected in the entertainment industry; Jay Glerum is the author of the Stage Rigging Handbook, and Harry Donovan is the author of Arena Rigging and an active member of the new ESTA Rigging Skills Committee, which is writing a certification standard for riggers. More than 20 major entertainment industry organizations have committed to supporting the rigging certification program.<
The reason for considering the demerger is that it may enable the Core Services and Investment businesses to develop better their opportunities as separate entities rather than in the single structure, a
The Dealers' Choice Customer Service Awards offer ESTA's Dealer Members the opportunity to publicly recognize those manufacturers that provide consistently good customer service throughout the year, and recognize high performance in four main areas - Customer Service, Shipping & Billing, Technical Support and Quotations/Project Management. Dealers cast their votes for Manufacturers in each of three categories based on the Manufacturers' number of employees, 1-6, 7-25, and over 25. The winners for 2003 are Doug Fleenor Design (1-6 employees category), City Theatrical (7-25 employees category) and Apollo Design Technology (over 25 employees category).
The Manufacturers'
Contact details from 5 January will be: Stage One Creative Services Ltd, Hangar 88, Marston Moor Business Park, Tockwith, YO26 7QF.
(Sarah Rushton-Read)
As part of this process, Ruth Rossington will be promoted from Editor of Lighting&Sound International to executive director of the PLASA organization - a newly created role which will see her working closely alongside CEO Matthew Griffiths and finance director Shane McGreevy to ensure the Association, Media and PLASA Show teams achieve the main objectives identified in PLASA's strategic aims.
In PLASA Media, L&SI deputy editor Lee Baldock moves up to become editor of Lighting&Sound Internation
The new places were made available by the departures of Mick Hannaford of LightProcessor, Sammy de Havilland of Dare/Deco Leisure and Neil Darracott of Total Fabrications, all of whom have completed their terms. PLASA Chairman David Hopkins OBE acknowledged the valuable contributions all three had made, and thanked them for their efforts.
The three new members are all highly experienced. Adrian Brooks is the managing director of LiteStructures: his company, one of the largest in its sector, began manufacturing the original Astralit
The Eat to the Beat team arrived on site on 2 December, two days prior to the show, led by crew leader Rachael Collins and head chef Suzie Collins. The team provided three meals on each of the three days, with constant refreshments available all day for the crew on site. The artists were provided with a rolling buffet of hot and cold options when arriving at
2) Counting is not their strong point: a production manager's week bears absolutely no correlation whatever with a real week.
3) They are in your face on the fit-up, in the bar during the show and unavailable when you need to get paid.
4) They never look out of the window in the morning because then there would be nothing left for them to do in the afternoon.
5) On a fit-up, they believe that the centre of the universe shifts slightly with every important step they take.
6) They believe actors are props with dialogue, producers are props with clipboards and if we could all read minds, we wouldn't need headsets.
7) They have no comprehension of national holidays that fall on a Monday.
8) At home, their door mat is gaffered down so no one will trip over it; their furniture has wheels
For the next event, which will take place on 13 February, delegates will be able to join L&SI at the Royal Albert Hall and meet with members of the Cirque Du Soleil production team, the Royal Albert Hall's technical crew and representatives of the companies who have supplied lighting, sound and rigging expertise to the production.
The day will include a guided tour of the historic venue and modern produ
All of which is a welcome tim
During the year ahead, the new committee will focus on several key themes, including improved services for the membership and greater emphasis on safety and training.
As part of this, PLASA's Nicky Greet, in conjunction with Andy Brining of Stagepoint (and with input from Chris Higgs of Total Fabrications), has developed a seminar entitled Design Considerations for Buildings used for Corporate or Entertainment Applications, to provide architects with essential information in the design stages. The first will be delivered at PALME in Dubai next month, with others to follow.Further details from
