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. Arts Alliance Media Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Jun 3, 2025 San Sebastián International Film Festival Underscores Arts Alliance Media's Ability to Safeguard Quality and Performance in New Case Study Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has been praised for facilitating time-saving content management while safeguarding quality and performance in a newly released case study featuring Lucas Iaccarino of San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF), one of the most prestigious and longest-running film festivals in the world. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page May 27, 2025 Arts Alliance Media’s Screenwriter Theatre Management System Selected to Support CineEurope 2025 Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, and Motion Picture MovieWorks (MPM), a leading UK-based cinema technology integrator and official technical coordinator of CineEurope, has announced that AAM’s Screenwriter Theatre Management System (TMS) will manage content and scheduling at CineEurope for an eighth consecutive year. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page May 7, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Unveils a Bold New Look to Producer with Dark Mode and Tablet-Ready Interface Arts Alliance Media (AAM), global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has officially launched Producer’s most progressive visual update since deployment to reinforce its position as the world's leading Enterprise Theatre Management System (TMS). Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Apr 2, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Announces Inaugural Partner Awards, Honouring Cinema West Theatres and Sound Vision Technical Arts Alliance Media (AAM), global leader in digital cinema software and support services, is proud to announce the winners of its inaugural client awards. These awards celebrate partners who have not only demonstrated outstanding use of AAM’s technology but who also embody the company’s mission: to empower global cinema exhibition in delivering exceptional moviegoing experiences. Full News Article Arts Alliance Media Website Arts Alliance Media Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: AAM Producer AAM Producer Enterprise Theatre Management System With more control and enhanced visibility, Producer lets you manage content across an entire cinema circuit from anywhere, at any time; all from a single dashboard. From automated playlist creation to real-time content and site monitoring, gain a bird’s-eye view of your cinemas’ operations. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=1 AAM Screenwriter AAM Screenwriter Theatre Management System As the most powerful, widely deployed Theatre Management System (TMS) in the world, Screenwriter offers comprehensive control over your content and screens from one central location in your cinema. Prepare to join a global network of centralised cinemas. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=2 AAM Lifeguard AAM Lifeguard Hardware Management System In a post Virtual Print Fee (VPF) world, Lifeguard gives you the tools to build your own NOC solution, helping to optimise hardware and reduce lost revenue. Now, you can stay on top of your assets with one central application More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=3 AAM HeyLED AAM HeyLED Digital LED Cinema Screen Technology Revealing pure colour, true black, and higher contrast and brightness, the HeyLED Digital LED Cinema Screen presents colour as you’ve never seen it before. Prepare your audiences for the next generation cinema screen. More Information: http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=6	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. GDC's products and solutions meet the highly demanding performance, security and reliability requirements established by motion picture studios. GDC Technology Limited Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Jun 25, 2025 GDC Technology Achieves Industry Milestone with CTP 1.4 HDR Certifications GDC Technology, a global leader in digital cinema solutions, is proud to announce that two of its cinema media servers have successfully achieved the CTP1.4 High Dynamic Range (HDR) certification from the Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI) — the industry’s most trusted standard. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Jun 20, 2025 Nova Ciné Selects GDC Technology for Its New Premium Experience Cinema GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that the new cinema project, Nove Ciné, has selected the SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block with a built-in cinema audio processor featuring CineCache 4TB, along with the company’s AIB-3000 16-channel cinema audio processor, to deliver the highest quality cinema audio experience possible. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Apr 2, 2025 Lotte and GDC Technology Strengthen Alliance with New Multi-Year Media Server Agreement GDC Technology Limited ('GDC'), a global leader in digital cinema solutions, today announced that Lotte Cinema has selected GDC's SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ (IMB) for its comprehensive theatre upgrade program. The agreement covers the replacement of legacy systems and new installations across Lotte Cinema locations. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Apr 1, 2025 GDC AIB-3000 Transforms Cinema Audio GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that worldwide sales and commitments for its 16-channel cinema audio processor, AIB-3000, have shipped over 270 units since its introduction in 2024. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: Cinema Automation Cinema Automation GDC’s CA2.0 smart cinema solution not only automates your playback process from the SCL Mk2 live-streaming library server to one or each auditorium’s diskless SR-1000 media server but also allows exhibitors to fully automate the booth operations with a one-stop-shop solution by bundling with GDC’s four automation products designed for: 1. Power ... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-automation/?u... Cinema Media Servers Cinema Media Servers GDC manufactures and develops high-quality DCI-compliant digital cinema media servers fulfilling customers’ needs for the past 20 years. GDC partners with the most DCI-recognized cinema display technologies in the world including Barco, Cineappo, Christie, Sony, SHAPP/NEC cinema professional digital cinema projectors and Samsung Onyx Cinema LED ... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-media-servers... Cinema Enterprise Software Cinema Enterprise Software GDC leading digital cinema solutions provider develops different revolutionary enterprise solutions to streamline the cinema chain operations which include: TMS-2000 Theatre Management System is your comprehensive solution to manage content, digital cinema equipment, and more from a central location. TmsAware™ App allows you to monitor cinema o... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-enterprise-so... Cinema Storage Cinema Storage GDC cinema storage solutions offer scalable storage options with different features that fit exhibitors’ various needs. You may choose to upgrade your existing cinema media server SR-1000 IMB with built-in CineCache™ 2TB. You may consider choosing larger storage with an external hard drive for movie DCPs including Portable Storage features up to... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-storage/?utm_...
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. Ushio America Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Full News Article Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Apr 4, 2023 Ushio Appoints Koji Naito as New Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Christie Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, the leader in audio and visual technologies, today jointly announce the appointment of Koji Naito as the new chairman and CEO of Christie Digital Systems, globally. Full News Article Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Dec 9, 2018 New LUMINITY Series by USHIO Saves the Xenon Heyday Worldwide USHIO, one of the largest and most trusted names in the manufacturing of high-pressure xenon lamps today, proudly introduces the LUMINITY series. LUMINITY is the result of a substantial R&D effort that extends the lifespan of numerous xenon lamps with additional working hours between 100-500 hours. Full News Article Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Aug 11, 2016 Ushio America Announces Partnership with Matex Controls Ushio America, Inc. is pleased to announce partnership with Matex Controls, leader in software development for Building Management System. Their unique Virtual Energy Management System (VEMS®) platform, designed specifically for cinema buildings in mind, offers energy savings of more than 25% over time. VEMS presents the new possibilities of their innovative method of saving energy in buildings, especially cinemas. Full News Article Ushio America Website Ushio America Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: USHIO Cinema Lamps USHIO Cinema Lamps Impress your audience USHIO lamps offer great performance with an extremely long lifetime. The superior quality in brightness, contrast, color and sharpness on your cinema screen will constantly impress your audience. Our consistent performance and reliability are unmatched. That’s why huge majority of movie theaters around the globe already trust the USHIO products. More Information: https://www.ushio.com/products/cinema/	When you choose Barco, you're not just selecting a projector; you're investing in a world-class cinema experience backed by decades of projection heritage and cutting-edge technology. Our award-winning laser portfolio isn't just extensive; it's a testament to our commitment to excellence. From the AIS Lumiere award for lightsteering to the prestigious AIS Wheatstone award and the consecutive BTOB awards in 2020 and 2021 – our trophy shelf is a reflection of our dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation. Barco Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Jul 9, 2025 VUE and Barco Announce Expansive Pan-European Deal for HDR by Barco Barco, the leading provider of laser cinema, and Vue, the largest privately owned cinema operator in Europe and the number one exhibitor in the U.K. and Italy* today announce an expansive deal to roll out state-of-the-art HDR by Barco presentation across Europe. The deal will be the cornerstone of Vue’s ground-breaking new premium large format experience, EPIC by Vue, which opens later this month. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Jun 18, 2025 Avatar: Fire and Ash Today at CineEurope, the official convention of the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), Disney announced that “Avatar: Fire and Ash” is set for release in the HDR by Barco premium format. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Jun 17, 2025 Barco Unveils HDR by Barco Slate through 2025 and U.S. Expansion Plans Barco, the global leader in laser cinema, announced today the HDR by Barco slate through the end of 2025 alongside U.S. rollout plans that will rapidly increase the domestic footprint of the groundbreaking technology. Regal Cinemas, one of the initial exhibition circuits for Barco’s HDR format, is driving the expansion with a commitment for 20 domestic RPX screens by the end of 2025. Moviegoers can also expect additional HDR locations from Texas-based Alamo Drafthouse, which will bring the total number of HDR by Barco enabled theaters to over 30 by the end of 2025. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Jun 12, 2025 Angel Studios Presents SKETCH Feature Film and 2025 Slate in HDR By Barco at CineEurope 2025 Angel Studios, in partnership with Barco, the global leader in laser cinema, will present an exclusive screening of the upcoming feature film SKETCH in HDR by Barco at this year’s edition of CineEurope. Full News Article Barco Website Barco Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: HDR by Barco HDR by Barco HDR by Barco Elevate your cinema with unprecedented brightness, profound blacks, and captivating contrast. Harnessing the power of laser projection and a patented approach, HDR by Barco redefines the very essence of cinematic excellence. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/solutions/cinema/hdr-by-barco Barco Series 4 Barco Series 4 Barco Series 4 We designed Barco Series 4 in collaboration with cinemas for their exact needs. A unified family of next-generation laser projectors. Powering your cinema with a performance and a simplicity you’ve never seen before. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/products/cinema-systems/cinema-projec... Laser Light Upgrade Laser Light Upgrade Laser Light Upgrade Prepare your projector for tomorrow. Our fully-integrated Laser Light Upgrade can replace and improve the light source in Series 2 models. A sustainable way to bring incredible image quality and crystal-clear cinema to your audience. More Information: https://www.barco.com/en/products/cinema-systems/cinema-projec...

Recent News:

Jun 3, 2025 San Sebastián International Film Festival Underscores Arts Alliance Media's Ability to Safeguard Quality and Performance in New Case Study

Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has been praised for facilitating time-saving content management while safeguarding quality and performance in a newly released case study featuring Lucas Iaccarino of San Sebastián International Film Festival (SSIFF), one of the most prestigious and longest-running film festivals in the world.

May 27, 2025 Arts Alliance Media’s Screenwriter Theatre Management System Selected to Support CineEurope 2025

Arts Alliance Media (AAM), the global leader in digital cinema software and support services, and Motion Picture MovieWorks (MPM), a leading UK-based cinema technology integrator and official technical coordinator of CineEurope, has announced that AAM’s Screenwriter Theatre Management System (TMS) will manage content and scheduling at CineEurope for an eighth consecutive year.

May 7, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Unveils a Bold New Look to Producer with Dark Mode and Tablet-Ready Interface

Arts Alliance Media (AAM), global leader in digital cinema software and support services, has officially launched Producer’s most progressive visual update since deployment to reinforce its position as the world's leading Enterprise Theatre Management System (TMS).

Apr 2, 2025 Arts Alliance Media Announces Inaugural Partner Awards, Honouring Cinema West Theatres and Sound Vision Technical

Arts Alliance Media (AAM), global leader in digital cinema software and support services, is proud to announce the winners of its inaugural client awards. These awards celebrate partners who have not only demonstrated outstanding use of AAM’s technology but who also embody the company’s mission: to empower global cinema exhibition in delivering exceptional moviegoing experiences.

Featured Cinema Items:

AAM Producer

Enterprise Theatre Management System

With more control and enhanced visibility, Producer lets you manage content across an entire cinema circuit from anywhere, at any time; all from a single dashboard. From automated playlist creation to real-time content and site monitoring, gain a bird’s-eye view of your cinemas’ operations.

More Information:

http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=1

AAM Screenwriter

Theatre Management System

As the most powerful, widely deployed Theatre Management System (TMS) in the world, Screenwriter offers comprehensive control over your content and screens from one central location in your cinema. Prepare to join a global network of centralised cinemas.

More Information:

http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=2

AAM Lifeguard

Hardware Management System

In a post Virtual Print Fee (VPF) world, Lifeguard gives you the tools to build your own NOC solution, helping to optimise hardware and reduce lost revenue. Now, you can stay on top of your assets with one central application

More Information:

http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=3

AAM HeyLED

Digital LED Cinema Screen Technology

Revealing pure colour, true black, and higher contrast and brightness, the HeyLED Digital LED Cinema Screen presents colour as you’ve never seen it before. Prepare your audiences for the next generation cinema screen.

More Information:

http://www.artsalliancemedia.com/product?id=6

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.

GDC's products and solutions meet the highly demanding performance, security and reliability requirements established by motion picture studios.

Recent News:

Jun 25, 2025 GDC Technology Achieves Industry Milestone with CTP 1.4 HDR Certifications

GDC Technology, a global leader in digital cinema solutions, is proud to announce that two of its cinema media servers have successfully achieved the CTP1.4 High Dynamic Range (HDR) certification from the Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI) — the industry’s most trusted standard.

Jun 20, 2025 Nova Ciné Selects GDC Technology for Its New Premium Experience Cinema

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that the new cinema project, Nove Ciné, has selected the SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block with a built-in cinema audio processor featuring CineCache 4TB, along with the company’s AIB-3000 16-channel cinema audio processor, to deliver the highest quality cinema audio experience possible.

Apr 2, 2025 Lotte and GDC Technology Strengthen Alliance with New Multi-Year Media Server Agreement

GDC Technology Limited ('GDC'), a global leader in digital cinema solutions, today announced that Lotte Cinema has selected GDC's SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ (IMB) for its comprehensive theatre upgrade program. The agreement covers the replacement of legacy systems and new installations across Lotte Cinema locations.

Apr 1, 2025 GDC AIB-3000 Transforms Cinema Audio

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that worldwide sales and commitments for its 16-channel cinema audio processor, AIB-3000, have shipped over 270 units since its introduction in 2024.

Featured Cinema Items:

Cinema Automation

GDC’s CA2.0 smart cinema solution not only automates your playback process from the SCL Mk2 live-streaming library server to one or each auditorium’s diskless SR-1000 media server but also allows exhibitors to fully automate the booth operations with a one-stop-shop solution by bundling with GDC’s four automation products designed for: 1. Power ...

More Information:

https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-automation/?u...

Cinema Media Servers

GDC manufactures and develops high-quality DCI-compliant digital cinema media servers fulfilling customers’ needs for the past 20 years. GDC partners with the most DCI-recognized cinema display technologies in the world including Barco, Cineappo, Christie, Sony, SHAPP/NEC cinema professional digital cinema projectors and Samsung Onyx Cinema LED ...

More Information:

https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-media-servers...

Cinema Enterprise Software

GDC leading digital cinema solutions provider develops different revolutionary enterprise solutions to streamline the cinema chain operations which include: TMS-2000 Theatre Management System is your comprehensive solution to manage content, digital cinema equipment, and more from a central location. TmsAware™ App allows you to monitor cinema o...

More Information:

https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-enterprise-so...

Cinema Storage

GDC cinema storage solutions offer scalable storage options with different features that fit exhibitors’ various needs. You may choose to upgrade your existing cinema media server SR-1000 IMB with built-in CineCache™ 2TB. You may consider choosing larger storage with an external hard drive for movie DCPs including Portable Storage features up to...

More Information:

https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-storage/?utm_...

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.

Recent News:

Nov 12, 2024 Ushio Announces Appointment of Michael Phipps as New President and Chief Operating Officer at Christie

Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, announced today the appointment of Michael Phipps as president and chief operating officer of Christie Digital Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries.

Apr 4, 2023 Ushio Appoints Koji Naito as New Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Christie

Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging and life sciences, and parent company to Christie®, the leader in audio and visual technologies, today jointly announce the appointment of Koji Naito as the new chairman and CEO of Christie Digital Systems, globally.

Dec 9, 2018 New LUMINITY Series by USHIO Saves the Xenon Heyday Worldwide

USHIO, one of the largest and most trusted names in the manufacturing of high-pressure xenon lamps today, proudly introduces the LUMINITY series. LUMINITY is the result of a substantial R&D effort that extends the lifespan of numerous xenon lamps with additional working hours between 100-500 hours.

Aug 11, 2016 Ushio America Announces Partnership with Matex Controls

Ushio America, Inc. is pleased to announce partnership with Matex Controls, leader in software development for Building Management System. Their unique Virtual Energy Management System (VEMS®) platform, designed specifically for cinema buildings in mind, offers energy savings of more than 25% over time. VEMS presents the new possibilities of their innovative method of saving energy in buildings, especially cinemas.

Featured Cinema Items:

USHIO Cinema Lamps

Impress your audience

USHIO lamps offer great performance with an extremely long lifetime. The superior quality in brightness, contrast, color and sharpness on your cinema screen will constantly impress your audience. Our consistent performance and reliability are unmatched. That’s why huge majority of movie theaters around the globe already trust the USHIO products.

More Information:

https://www.ushio.com/products/cinema/

When you choose Barco, you're not just selecting a projector; you're investing in a world-class cinema experience backed by decades of projection heritage and cutting-edge technology.

Our award-winning laser portfolio isn't just extensive; it's a testament to our commitment to excellence. From the AIS Lumiere award for lightsteering to the prestigious AIS Wheatstone award and the consecutive BTOB awards in 2020 and 2021 – our trophy shelf is a reflection of our dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Recent News:

Jul 9, 2025 VUE and Barco Announce Expansive Pan-European Deal for HDR by Barco

Barco, the leading provider of laser cinema, and Vue, the largest privately owned cinema operator in Europe and the number one exhibitor in the U.K. and Italy* today announce an expansive deal to roll out state-of-the-art HDR by Barco presentation across Europe. The deal will be the cornerstone of Vue’s ground-breaking new premium large format experience, EPIC by Vue, which opens later this month.

Jun 18, 2025 Avatar: Fire and Ash

Today at CineEurope, the official convention of the International Union of Cinemas (UNIC), Disney announced that “Avatar: Fire and Ash” is set for release in the HDR by Barco premium format.

Jun 17, 2025 Barco Unveils HDR by Barco Slate through 2025 and U.S. Expansion Plans

Barco, the global leader in laser cinema, announced today the HDR by Barco slate through the end of 2025 alongside U.S. rollout plans that will rapidly increase the domestic footprint of the groundbreaking technology. Regal Cinemas, one of the initial exhibition circuits for Barco’s HDR format, is driving the expansion with a commitment for 20 domestic RPX screens by the end of 2025. Moviegoers can also expect additional HDR locations from Texas-based Alamo Drafthouse, which will bring the total number of HDR by Barco enabled theaters to over 30 by the end of 2025.

Jun 12, 2025 Angel Studios Presents SKETCH Feature Film and 2025 Slate in HDR By Barco at CineEurope 2025

Angel Studios, in partnership with Barco, the global leader in laser cinema, will present an exclusive screening of the upcoming feature film SKETCH in HDR by Barco at this year’s edition of CineEurope.

Featured Cinema Items:

HDR by Barco

Elevate your cinema with unprecedented brightness, profound blacks, and captivating contrast. Harnessing the power of laser projection and a patented approach, HDR by Barco redefines the very essence of cinematic excellence.

More Information:

https://www.barco.com/en/solutions/cinema/hdr-by-barco

Barco Series 4

We designed Barco Series 4 in collaboration with cinemas for their exact needs. A unified family of next-generation laser projectors. Powering your cinema with a performance and a simplicity you’ve never seen before.

More Information:

https://www.barco.com/en/products/cinema-systems/cinema-projec...

Laser Light Upgrade

Prepare your projector for tomorrow. Our fully-integrated Laser Light Upgrade can replace and improve the light source in Series 2 models. A sustainable way to bring incredible image quality and crystal-clear cinema to your audience.

More Information:

https://www.barco.com/en/products/cinema-systems/cinema-projec...

Industry Partners

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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CineEurope 2025, has been scheduled for June 16-19, 2025 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.

Recent News:

Jun 16, 2025 Celebrating European Cinema at CineEurope 2025

Phil Clapp and Laura Houlgatte, President and CEO respectively of UNIC – the International Union of Cinemas – have welcomed delegates at the opening ceremony of this year’s CineEurope.

May 28, 2025 Leonine Studios to Receive European Distributor of the Year Award at CineEurope 2025

LEONINE Studios have been named as the recipient of the CineEurope 2025 “European Distributor of the Year Award”, to be presented during the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 19 June at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.

Apr 17, 2025 Kinopolis to Receive Milestone Award at CineEurope 2025

KINOPOLIS Management Multiplex GmbH has been named as the recipient of the CineEurope 2025 “Milestone Award”, recognising its enduring legacy and transformative impact on German and European cinema exhibition. The award will be presented to Dr. Gregory Theile, Managing Partner of Kinopolis, during the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 19 June at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.

May 6, 2024 Kinepolis to Receive 2024 Milestone Award

KINEPOLIS Group NV, the Belgian company operating 109 cinemas and 1,131 screens worldwide, has been named as the 2024 recipient of the CineEurope Milestone Award, given in recognition of its outstanding accomplishments within European cinema exhibition. The Award will be presented as part of the CineEurope Awards Ceremony on Thursday 20 June at the Centre Convencions Internacional Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain.

ShowEast 2025 is scheduled to be held in Miami from September 15-18th at Loews 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.

ShowEast’s International program draws a large contingency of Latin and South American delegates – more than any other convention of its kind.

Recent News:

Oct 17, 2019 Christie’s Jack Kline inducted into the ShowEast Hall of Fame

Jack Kline, current advisor and former Chairman, President and CEO of Christie, today, was inducted into the annual ShowEast Hall of Fame. An honor which pays tribute to a select band of film industry veterans, the inductees are hand-picked by an all-industry executive committee. Kline’s induction ceremony took place at a special gala luncheon held on October 17, the final day of ShowEast 2019.

Oct 10, 2019 Women in Exhibition (WIE) Builds Momentum at ShowEast 2019

Women in Exhibition (WIE) that launched during last month’s mid-western Geneva Convention, where founding members led a panel on women’s leadership, are excited to expand their industry outreach heading into this year’s ShowEast, October 14-17, 2019.

Oct 26, 2018 CJ 4DPLEX Wins 2018 ShowEast “Innovator of the Year” for ScreenX

CJ 4DPLEX (www.cj4dx.com), the world's leading cinema technology company, announced today that the Film Expo Group has selected the company for the ShowEast “Innovator of the Year.” The organization will present the award and honor Brandon Choi, CEO of CJ 4DPLEX America, as a part of the ShowEast Awards Ceremony on Thursday, October 25 at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel.

CineAsia 2025 has been scheduled for Dec 8-11, 2025 in Bangkok.

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.

Recent News:

Dec 2, 2024 ICTA and CineAsia Announce Cinema XXI as the First-Ever Recipient of their APAC Achievement Award

Nov 2, 2020 Film Expo Group and Presenting Sponsor, Cinionic, Announce the 2020 CineAsia On-Line Schedule of Events

The Film Expo Group and presenting sponsor Cinionic, the Barco, CGS, and ALPD cinema joint venture, are pleased to announce the 2020 CineAsia Conference & Trade Show Schedule of Events. In consideration of COVID-19, this year’s convention is entirely online, running November 4 & 5, 2020.

Feb 6, 2020 Cineasia Reclaims Bangkok as Site for Cineasia 2020

The Film Expo Group is pleased to officially announce that CineAsia is relocating to Bangkok, Thailand from 7-10, December, 2020. The venue will be the Royal Paragon Halls at the Siam Paragon Mall with screenings and presentations at the Paragon Cinema.

Jul 24, 2019 Dinh Thi Thanh Huong to Receive Distributor of the Year at CineAsia 2019

Dinh Thi Thanh Huong, Vice Chairwoman of Galaxy Media and Entertainment JSC will receive the “Distributor of the Year” Award at the CineAsia Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 12 December 2019 at the Grand Hyatt in Hong Kong.

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Tokyo, Japan—May 18, 2018

HARMAN Professional Solutions Creates an Immersive Cinema Experience at TOHO Cinemas

Xebex, Inc. outfits TOHO Cinemas Hibiya with JBL 9350 sculpted surround speakers to deliver balanced coverage, excellent power handling and dynamic sound performance

With 13 screens and more than 2,800 seats, TOHO Cinemas Hibiya is the first Cinema Complex in Ginza/Hibiya area and the most elaborately decorated movie theatre. In order to ensure an impactful and immersive cinematic audio experience with balanced coverage for every seat in the theater, TOHO Cinemas hired Xebex to install a premium surround sound system. To provide perfect coverage from front to back, Xebex selected JBL Professional 9350 sculpted surround speakers for their superior coverage and brilliant sound quality.

“We required a system that would provide exceptional surround sound and ensure an immersive audio experience from any seat in the theater,” said Shunichi Kobayashi, Director at TOHO Cinemas Ltd.“Customers tend to prefer the back seats when purchasing movie tickets, so it’s essential that moviegoers in the back of the room experience the same premium sound quality as those in the front. The JBL 9350 cinema surround speakers installed by Xebex deliver excellent fidelity and coverage, and guarantee an engaging audio experience for all of our valued customers.”

Xebex outfitted two theaters at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya with JBL 9350 cinema surround speakers. Featuring a passive crossover network, waveguide technologies and line array techniques, JBL 9350 speakers enabled Xebex to adjust the coverage to each theater’s acoustic needs. Using the JBL Sculpted Surround System, 9350 surround speakers deliver a widened sweet spot for the audience by shaping the sound radiation pattern of each speaker to compliment the front screen channels. Each loudspeaker generates a sculpted side or rear pattern which can be adjusted with the flick of a switch. The 9350 further enhances coverage by configurable vertical and horizontal coverage angles based on whether the surround is located on the rear or side walls.

“When TOHO Cinema asked us to install the cinema sound systems at their Hibiya location, we wanted to help them achieve their goal of creating an exceptional cinema-going experience with superb surround coverage,” said Ryuichi Ishikawa, Corporate VP & GM of Sales at Xebex Inc. “To their satisfaction, we utilized JBL 9350 sculpted surround speakers to deliver powerful sound that’s perfectly balanced from front to back, and left to right—an accomplishment that was previously unheard of in cinema.”

“It’s a privilege to be associated with TOHO Cinemas and provide a fully immersive audio experience to moviegoers at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya,” said Ramesh Jayaraman, VP & GM, HARMAN Professional Solutions, APAC. “We thank Xebex providing excellent customer service to TOHO Cinemas, and for trusting HARMAN solutions to deliver the precision and power required to exceed their client’s expectations.”

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About Toho Company Ltd.: Toho Cinemas is an exhibiting company that provides latest entertainment with a wide-ranging and diverse lineup including films, concerts, live stage performances and public viewing for sports through 67 theatres consisting of 626 screens* nationwide. *Includes jointly managed 5 theatres 56 screens Toho Company Ltd. Directory page

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