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. International Cinema Technology Association Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Apr 23, 2025 ICTA Announces 2025 EMEA Award Winner for Best New Build Cinema of the Year: EMOTION Kino Monheim am Rhein (Germany) The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) is proud to announce the first winner of its 2025 ICTA EMEA Awards: EMOTION Kino Monheim am Rhein, Germany, has been named Best New Build Cinema of the Year. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page Mar 31, 2025 ICTA, Inter-Society, and The Cinema Foundation Celebrate the Inaugural Cinema Systems Summit The Inter-Society, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), and The Cinema Foundation proudly welcome a capacity crowd to the fully booked inaugural Cinema Systems Summit, a groundbreaking event dedicated to the interconnected technologies that drive the modern moviegoing experience. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page Jan 7, 2025 ICTA Unveils Winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA), the leading global network of motion picture professionals, is thrilled to announce the winners of the Fourth Annual North America Cinema Awards (NACA), presented in partnership with Celluloid Junkie. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and CineAsia are proud to announce that Cinema XXI, Indonesia’s leading cinema operator, has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the ICTA CineAsia APAC Achievement Award. This prestigious award celebrates outstanding showmanship and excellence in presentation technology within the APAC region. Full News Article ICTA Website ICTA Local Directory Page CineAsia 2025 Website CineAsia 2025 Local Directory Page

ICTA Announces Representative for European Office

The International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) announced today that it has appointed Thomas Rüttgers as the representative for ICTA Europe. Joe DeMeo, President of ICTA, made the announcement and stated: “Our main goal is to strengthen the position of our European members within the association.” He added that ICTA is also planning to extend its co-operation with other European bodies such as EDCF, UNIC and Mediasalles for seminars, trade events and publications.

Thomas Rüttgers will make his office at European Cinema Consulting (ECCO) in Dusseldorf, Germany. Vice President and Managing Director of ECCO, Mr. Rüttgers stated: “I am delighted that ICTA has chosen ECCO and myself to support their team and am convinced that this is the right step to raise interest in ICTA in Europe.” He went on to say that one of the next steps of ICTA Europe will be to put the European Seminar Series on a new level and make it a networking event for all European players of the cinema industry, involving as many other European and international trade associations as possible.

Thomas has been in the cinema industry for over 25 years. From 1996 till 2011 he was Managing Partner of the cinema outfitter FTT in Düsseldorf, a company founded by Hannes Rüttgers, a cousin of Thomas’ father Hannsdieter Rüttgers, back in 1960. Under his management, the family-run business expanded its international business and opened a series of joint ventures throughout Europe. In 2011, he was appointed Senior Vice President Sales of dcinex group (formerly XDC, FTT and Bewegte Bilder) and took care of business development and sales activities of all European branch offices of the group. In 2012 he founded ECCO. – European Cinema Consulting. The company acts as a link between manufacturers, system integrators and exhibitors aiming at building relationships between all major players in the industry.

The upcoming ICTA Seminar Series will take place in Barcelona on June 22^nd/23^rd. Details on the program to be announced shortly. Those interested in the seminar or in becoming a member of ICTA are invited to contact Angela Bünger at angela.buenger@ecco-online.eu or +49 (0) 211 522 875 14.

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About International Cinema Technology Association: Founded in 1971, the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) has become a leading organization dedicated to cinema exhibition worldwide. ICTA represents and supports cinema-driven technology companies involved with every aspect of moviegoing from equipment manufacturers, dealers, exhibitors and service companies. Offering advanced educational programs and networking at ICTA’s annual conferences, it has also partnered with major exhibition shows providing key panel sessions for CinemaCon, CineEurope, ShowEast and CineAsia to present what our member companies can offer globally. The Association has developed strong relationships with major groups that include the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO), The Cinema Foundation, Motion Picture Association (MPA), Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE), National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) and is a founding member of the Inter-Society Committee for the Enhancement of the Motion Picture Presentation. www. internationalcinematechnologyassociation.com International Cinema Technology Association Directory page International Cinema Technology Association Web Site

About ECCO Cine Supply and Service GmbH: ECCO Cine Supply and Service is a leading cinema integrator in Germany and offers a wide range of services in the field of cinema technology. As a one-stop shop, ECCO’s offerings comprise projection up to 3D, associated screens, sound systems, immersive motion technology and seating. More information about the Company can be found at www.ecco-online.eu. ECCO Cine Supply and Service GmbH Directory page

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