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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.


QSC is the global leader in cinema signal processing, power amplifiers, and loudspeakers for all applications within today's modern cinema entertainment center. Our “SystemSynergy” design approach ensures that the entire system, from source to sound, delivers an audio experience as intended by the filmmakers. Beyond cinema audio for the movies, QSC also provides complete audio systems with network control and monitoring for other areas in the cinema entertainment complex, such as lobbies, concession, food service, arcades, and bowling centers.


Christie is a leader in visual solutions for world-class organizations, offering diverse applications for business, entertainment, and industry. A leading innovator in film projection since 1929 and a pioneer in projection systems since 1979, Christie has established a global reputation as a total service provider and the world's single source manufacturer of a variety of display technologies and solutions. 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.


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 that meet the highly demanding performance, security and reliability requirements established by motion picture studios.




SHARP NEC Display Solutions’ Digital Cinema Projector Series offers the most comprehensive digital cinema solution on the market today. These 3D-capable models enable theaters to deliver stunning digital images regardless of screen size, while simplifying theater management and reducing costs. All of SHARP NEC's digital cinema projectors meet DCI specifications for performance and reliability, meeting the requirements of today’s cinema industry. SHARP NEC also offers full digital signage solutions, highlighted by its award-winning 32”-98” LCD displays, multimedia projectors and desktop monitors for lobbies, concessions and concourses.


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These days, it’s no longer just about technology, it’s about experiences – WOW experiences. We are a team of cinema and technology experts from around the globe – Barco, ALPD, and CGS – who help you in creating surprising experiences.  We combine innovative cinema technologies with our unique and comprehensive service models to guarantee your peace of mind. So you can focus on new ways to surprise and delight your customers for years to come. Together, we engage to deliver a world-class cinema experience - the one you’ve been waiting for.


Strong Cinema, a segment of Ballantyne Strong, Inc., consists of:

Strong Technical Services, that offers a comprehensive suite of cinema-focused services, including installation, maintenance, and technical support, to exhibitors throughout the United States.

Strong MDI, one of the world's leading cinema screen manufacturers that produces and sells specialty screens, screen support structures, and other film exhibition equipment for customers globally.  


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.

Industry Partners


The Union Internationale des Cinémas/International Union of Cinemas (UNIC) represents the interests of cinema trade associations and cinema operators covering 37 countries in Europe and neighboring regions.​ ​


For more than a century, the people of SMPTE (pronounced “simp-tee”) have sorted out the details of many significant advances in media and entertainment technology, from the introduction of “talkies” and color television to HD and UHD (4K, 8K) TV. Since its founding in 1916, SMPTE has received an Oscar® and multiple Emmy® Awards for its work in advancing moving-imagery engineering across the industry. 


The Inter-Society for the Enhancement of Cinema Presentation, Inc. promotes interactive dialogue and information exchange between cinema-related entities with the goal of resolving issues affecting the overall cinema presentation. Founded in 1978 by Eastman Kodak VP Ken Mason, membership is composed of its four charter trade organizations - International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO), and the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) - along with over 40 member companies, made up of trade organizations, motion picture studios, exhibition companies, manufacturers, technical consultants, and other industry stakeholders.
 


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.


The EDCF is a not-for-profit voluntary organisation that aims to act as a "Forum" to discuss key issues surrounding Digital Cinema in Europe. The purpose of EDCF is to provide a basis of common understanding across all European territories of the business and technical matters of digital cinema. 
Shows & Events


CinemaCon 2023 has been scheduled for 24-27 April 2023 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.  Check the links below for the latest information. 


CineEurope 2022, has been scheduled for June 20-23, 2022 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.


ShowEast 2022 scheduled to be held in Miami from Oct 17-20, 2022 at Fontainebleau 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.  Powerhouse seminars offer valuable insight from top executives on the latest industry trends and concerns; while our EXPO experience offers delegates a glance at the latest and best technologies, entertainment, services, comforts, and conveniences to make their theatres must-attend destinations.  ShowEast’s International program draws a large contingency of Latin and South American delegates – more than any other convention of its kind. A one and a half day program dedicated to the latest content and concerns and within this rising region.


CineAsia 2022 has been scheduled for Dec 5-8, 2022 in Bangkok.  Check links for more information.  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.  Additional information on CineAsia can be found at www.cineasia.com.
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Dublin—Mar 3, 2011

Blitz-Cinestar Select Unique Digital TMS and Accord Backoffice for Full Digital Rollout

Blitz-CineStar has selected the complete suite of TMS and VPF backoffice solutions developed by Unique Digital Ltd as an integral part of their conversion to a full digital cinema network in Croatia. Blitz-CineStar currently operates a total of 12 cinemas and 90 screens and have commenced a full digital deployment.
 
Unique Digital will supply their Cinema Accord back office system to manage the VPF financed deployment. Cinema Accord is a key component for Exhibitors to centrally administer their estate of digital screens. The system communicates with other essential third party systems such as box-office and financial systems to allow advanced forecasting and reporting. With a secure web based interface Blitz-CineStar will manage each Cinema TMS, integrate with theatre booking systems and have secure management of KDM delivery and VPF reporting.
 
Unique Digital will supply a RosettaBridge TMS for each site providing Blitz-CineStar management and staff with an unrivalled suite of tools to manage film and advertising content within each location through an intuitive and easy to use interface. Key features include a scalable library server, agnostic player and projector interface, automation control and content distribution with all elements being managed using a simple drag and drop GUI.
 
The complete package of Unique Digital’s solutions and services will be supplied through local integrator Audio Video Consulting (AVC) who has overall responsibility for the digital deployment.
 
“Following detailed testing and evaluation of a wide range of solutions on the market, Blitz-CineStar were impressed by the level of integration offered by Unique Digital linking our cinema site operations with our back-office and advertising business” commented Damir Milinić, member of the board for Blitz-CineStar, adding “the RosettaBridge and Accord systems will play an integral role in the operational viability of our digital network.”
 
“Our client Blitz-CineStar were clear from the start that they needed a fully integrated solution to manage their digital cinema deployment” said Zlatko Jelacic, Project Manager for AVC adding “We are very pleased they have selected Unique Digital and we look foward to working together on this exciting project in Croatia”
 
Rod Wheeler, Sales and Marketing Director of Unique Digital Ltd commented, “Following detailed discussion with both Blitz-CineStar and AVC on their requirements this anouncement is validation of Unique Digital’s experience in managing and supporting full digital deployments. We are proud to support Blitz-CineStar in ensuring the success of their full conversion to Digital Cinema”
About Unique Digital Ltd.:
Established 20 years ago, Unique Digital are the leading supplier of products and services to the Digital Cinema Industry with offices in Dublin, Manchester, London, Bergen and Vilnius. Products are tailored for Exhibition, Distribution and Cinema Advertising Sales companies including RosettaBridge TMS, RosettaNet (Theatre Management Systems), Movie Transit (DCP Content Delivery Network), Basekey (KDM management), RosettaPOS (Point of Sale), RosettaLive (Event Streaming) and our pre-show products of Advertising Accord, Ad Transit and Smart Trailering, amongst others.

We ♡ making software for the entertainment industry 

 Unique Digital Ltd. Directory page
About Blitz-Cinestar: Blitz-CineStar is the largest theatrical exhibitor in the region of former Yugoslavia. It was founded in 2003 as a Joint Venture between the leading Croatian film distributor - Blitz Film & Video Distribution, and Kieft & Kieft Cinestar Group. Blitz represents the film slates of Warner Bros Pictures International, United International Pictures – UIP (Universal, Paramount, DreamWorks) and 20th Century Fox. At the same time, they are the exclusive video distributor for Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, Paramount Home Entertainment Global (a division of Viacom Global), DreamWorks Animation Home Entertainment LLC and DreamWorks LLC, and they are intensifying collaboration with independent companies and distributors, such as Icon Entertainment, Europa Corp, Lakeshore Entertainment, Morgan Creek International, Summit Entertainment, Pathe Distribution, Studio Canal / Canal-plus and Lionsgate. Kieft & Kieft Cinestar Group, founded in 1948, is responsible for the creation of CineStar multiplex chain, one of Europe's largest exhibition chains, which includes 700 screens in Germany, Czech Republic, Switzerland and other European countries. Driven by the desire to raise the quality of theatrical exhibition facilities in Croatia to match the quality in European countries, in 2003, Blitz-CineStar opened its first Croatian multiplex (CinesStar Zagreb), which was followed by CineStar Novi Zagreb, CineStar Rijeka, CineStar Zadar, CineStar Šibenik and Cinestar Split.). By the end of 2012 Blitz Cinestar will open another six multiplexes in Croatia: Cinestar Osijek, Cinestar Arena Zagreb, CineStar Dubrovnik, CineStar Varaždin, CineStar Slavonski Brod and second CineStar Split. The aforementioned multiplex theatres will comprise of a national CineStar chain of 12 multiplexes with 90 screens and a total seating capacity over 15 000. Blitz-Cinestar Directory page
About AVC Group: Audio Video Consulting (AVC) was founded by Leo Rahelić in Zagreb / Croatia on 30th May 1990. Having continuously expanded in the course of its 21 years of successful business, AVC has become a group of companies which are guided by mutual ideas. The power of the group lies with sharing resources, know-how and logistics while building up strong relations with their partners. Today, AVC Group has got offices in Slovenia, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Macedonia, New Zeeland, Australia, India and Qatar, as well as the logistic centre in Austria. The synergies of various skills and experience of the team is the basis for the professional achievement of AVC Group as a whole in different vertical markets such as theatres, concert halls, cinema, event audio and light systems, conference and interpretation systems for hotels and parliaments, audio / video equipment for recording studios, broadcasters, post production studios, the medical sector, courts, education systems and museums. AVC Group Directory page
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