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  • Zixi strengthens commercial leadership with key recruitments

    Zixi strengthens commercial leadership with key recruitments

    MUMBAI:  IP-based live video transport and observability software provider Zixi has bolstered its leadership team with the appointment of Josh Wiggins as chief commercial officer and Kris Alexander as vice president of product and industry marketing.

    These strategic hires come as Zixi continues to expand its market footprint and drive innovation in next-generation video contribution and distribution.

    Wiggins, a seasoned industry veteran with over 25 years of experience, has held senior roles at AWS, ThinkAnalytics, GrayMeta, and Deluxe. In his new position, he will oversee Zixi’s business development, sales strategy, and partnerships, helping customers and partners maximise operational efficiency and revenue potential through the company’s cutting-edge technology.

    Alexander, who has held key roles at AWS and Akamai Technologies, brings extensive expertise in product strategy and marketing. He will lead Zixi’s efforts in product positioning, customer education, and market messaging, helping media organisations adopt IP-based live video solutions.

    “Josh and Kris bring a wealth of experience and insight to Zixi,” said Zixi CEO Marc Aldrich. “Their leadership will be vital as we continue to deliver innovative solutions and help customers navigate the shifting landscape of live video distribution.”

    As media organisations increasingly transition to cloud-based content delivery and hybrid distribution models, Zixi’s Emmy-winning software enables ultra-low latency, reliable IP video transport, reducing costs while maintaining superior video quality.

    Wiggins commented, “Zixi is transforming IP-based live video transport. I look forward to driving growth and enabling our partners to unlock new opportunities.”

    Alexander added, “The media landscape is evolving rapidly, and Zixi is at the forefront of this change. I’m excited to help showcase how our customers are revolutionising their workflows using Zixi’s solutions.”

    Zixi will present its latest innovations at NAB Show 2025, demonstrating scalable, cost-effective live content distribution solutions.

  • Richard Welsh Elected President of SMPTE

    Richard Welsh Elected President of SMPTE

    MUMBAI: The Society of Motion Picture & Television Engineers (SMPTE) earlier this week  announced the election of Richard Welsh as its new president, taking office on 1 January 2025. Welsh, who previously served as SMPTE’s executive vice president, will lead the organisation for a two-year term, concluding on 31 December  2026.

    “I am honored to have been elected SMPTE president and look forward to collaborating with the SMPTE community globally to advance our industry,” Welsh stated. He highlighted  that for over a century, SMPTE’s mission has been to bring moving images to audiences worldwide. Given the proliferation of video devices and on-demand content, Welsh believes the Society’s commitment to ensuring high-quality media experiences is more crucial than ever.

    As the current senior vice president of innovation at Deluxe, Welsh brings over a decade of experience on the SMPTE board, including roles as vice president of education and governor for EMEA and central/south America. He is also a board member of IBC and co-founder of Volustor, a volumetric asset management company.

    Welsh began his illustrious career at Dolby Laboratories, ultimately rising to director of digital cinema services. He also led operations for Technicolor’s digital cinema and localisation services and currently serves as an associate lecturer at Southampton Solent University while co-founding Sundog Media Toolkit

    SMPTE executive director Sally-Ann D’Amato praised Welsh as an “innovative thinker with bold plans for the future.” 

    She highlighted his commitment to expanding the organisation’s reach to diverse audiences and fostering early-career professionals, expressing eagerness to collaborate on turning his vision into reality.

  • Deluxe and Technicolor ink digital cinema joint venture

    Deluxe and Technicolor ink digital cinema joint venture

    MUMBAI: Deluxe and Technicolor have inked an agreement to create a new digital cinema joint venture, Deluxe Technicolor Digital Cinema, which will specialize in theatrical digital cinema mastering, distribution and key management services.

     

    This joint venture in digital cinema will bring together best-in-class technologies, personnel, work processes and facilities to provide seamless and exceptional services to its customers on a greater global scale.

     

    Both Technicolor and Deluxe will be committed to the operational and financial success of the new business, which will be managed by Deluxe and based in Burbank, Calif. All other lines of business will continue to operate independently of one another.

     

    “As the global entertainment industry continues its transition to 100 percent digital distribution and delivery, this transformational partnership will be optimally positioned to offer our companies’ existing and future customers industry-leading digital cinema services with greater efficiencies. This is yet another example of Deluxe expanding our partnerships to deliver a suite of next generation digital cinema services to our industry customers,” said Deluxe Entertainment Services CEO David Kassler.

     

    “This partnership puts us in a stronger position to offer industry-leading digital cinema services around the world. At Technicolor we have committed ourselves to services that are driven by creative talent and technology, creating the next generation immersive media experiences our customers have come to expect from us,” added Technicolor president of production services Tim Sarnoff.

     

    This joint venture is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the second quarter of 2015.

  • Deluxe acquires Sony Colorworks; inks deal with Sony Pictures

    Deluxe acquires Sony Colorworks; inks deal with Sony Pictures

    MUMBAI: Sony has sold its digital intermediate, mastering and restoration company – Colorworks – to Deluxe Entertainment Services Group Inc.

     

    Additionally, Deluxe and Sony Pictures Digital Productions Inc (SPDP) have also entered into a multimillion dollar agreement for post services wherein Deluxe will perform DI, mastering and other services for Sony.

     

    As part of the transaction, Deluxe acquired certain assets from Colorworks Inc. Deluxe will operate from a 14,000-square-foot facility, which includes one of the industry’s leading 4K pipelines. The facility is housed in the studio’s Stage 6 and features real-time, 4K processing in a full-digital workflow for top filmmakers from across the industry.

     

    Deluxe, which has been a leader in media and entertainment services for film, video and online content, continues to expand the depth and reach of its exceptional artistry and digital capabilities.

     

    Through Deluxe’s relationship with Sony Pictures, the facility will offer state-of-the-art color grading, mastering, restoration and related services for film and TV projects by studios, networks, independent producers and filmmakers worldwide.

     

    “This agreement is a milestone in our strategic efforts to link our industry-leading artisans arm in arm with world-class content creators,” said Deluxe CEO David Kassler. 

     

    “This is yet another example of progress in our relentless pursuit of excellence for our key customers,” added Deluxe vice chairman Cyril Drabinsky.

     

    An official statement from Sony read, “Sony Pictures has made the business decision to close its Colorworks facility. We are pleased to enter into a services agreement with Deluxe to offer state-of-the-art color grading, mastering, restoration and related services for film and TV projects by studios, networks, independent producers and filmmakers at Sony Pictures.”

  • Disney’s planes takes off in India

    Disney’s planes takes off in India

    Mumbai, August 5, 2013: Disney Consumer Products (DCP) India brings all the characters from its high flying film Disney’s Planes to stores across India. The skies are the limit with this exclusive assortment of toys, fashion, home décor, lifestyle and publishing products, rounds out the collection for fans of this new comedy-adventure from above the world of Cars. The range will feature Disney’s Planes stars — Dusty, Ishani, Skipper, Ripslinger and El Chupacabra.

    Set to release in theaters on August 23, 2013, Disney’s Planes takes off with an international cast of the fastest air racers around, in a comedy packed with action and adventure starring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), Ishani (voice of Priyanka Chopra), Skipper (voice of Stacy Keach) and El Chupacabra (voice of Carlos Alazraqui).

    “Disney Consumer Products’ Planes collection is a fun filled range that will bring hours of fun to kids,” said Roshini Bakshi, managing director, Licensing and Retail, Disney UTV. “Only Disney offers our audiences a fully integrated entertainment experience. Cars’ is one of the popular franchises amongst kids and families in India and with the addition of Planes to ‘The World of Cars’, we are confident of bringing home some more magic through the exciting new Planes range”, she added. 

    Available across all the leading stores in India, the planes merchandise is priced between INR 45 to INR 6999.

    Disney’s Planes Product Collection:
    Toys for little pilots:
    Disney’s Planes Character Diecast Singles Assortment by Mattel (MRP 599): Showcasing a wide variety of characters in authentic styling, these 1:55 scale diecast planes are perfect for re-creating scenes from the movies. The planes feature rolling wheels and spinning propellers as well as a universal connector that works with all play sets. 

    Planes Sky Track Challenge by Mattel (MRP 1,999): This giant track set has two, five feet air tracks, mountain tunnel and a winner’s circle. Clip diecast planes on to the track with their universal connectors and launch for side-by-side racing and barrel roll stunts. One plane is included in the pack.

    Planes Personality Assortment by Mattel (MRP 1,799): Dusty, Skipper and El Chupacabra from the Disney Toons Studios Planes video capture the personality of the characters that inspired them with sounds and action. Easy mechanisms activate the audio and simple movements, like a spinning propeller and firing projectiles. Characters repeat more than 15 phrases and sounds kids will recognize from the movie. Each sold separately, subject to availability. “Try me” packaging.

    Planes Runway Flyers Assortment by Mattel (MRP 1,499): All kids’ favorite characters from the Disney Toons Studios Planes video are flying in – and back out! These foam planes, featuring five favorite characters, snap into the runway launcher. When the trigger is pulled, the plane is released and soars into the air. Able to fly 20 feet, these vehicles really take flight! Each piece sold separately.

    U-Command Super Charged Dusty by Thinkway (MRP 6,999): Deluxe infrared remote control Super Charged Dusty comes to life with animation, voice and sound effects. Kids can control Dusty with joysticks or by pressing one of the 10 program buttons on the wireless remote to make him talk, move and turn in more than 1,000 action combinations.

    Dusty Bubbles Glider Real Flying by Thinkway (MRP 1,699): Dusty Bubble Plane comes with Bubble attachment on wings. Launch Dusty in the air and bubbles come out. Propeller spins as Dusty glides through the sky. The package includes Bubble Solution and Dipping Trays.

    Remote Controlled Driving Planes Assortment by Simba (MRP 4,499): R/C Driving Planes can be driven around by kids with a fully functional remote controlled and a 1:24 scaled plane. Comes in multiple characters including Dusty and El Chupacabra.

    Scooter by My Baby Excel (MRP 1399): Kids can also enjoy their play time with Disney’s Planes scooter specially designed for kids aged 3 yrs and above. The height of the scooter can be adjusted for better operations and it can take weight up to 20 kgs.

    Disney Plush by My Baby Excel (MRP 699): Kids can now cuddle up to their favourite Planes character with 10 inch Plush figures of Dusty and Skipper. Made of soft felt, they are perfect for introduction of younger kids to the world of Planes.
    Aviation Fashion & Lifestyle Gear:

    Fashion from Cherish Knits, Iris Knits and Dhananjai (MRP 199 onwards): The new fashionable apparel range for boys aged 4 to 14 years comprises of round neck short sleeves t-shirts and sweatshirts perfect for young Disney’s Planes fans that want to grow up to be aviators. 

    Disney’s Planes bedding line by D’decor (MRP 1495 onwards): This comforter features the one and only Dusty. The comforter will add aviation flair to any room. Disney sheet sets and blankets are sold separately.

    Flight School Reading:
    Story books and activity books by Parragon (MRP 45 onwards): Kids can now relive the magical story of Disney’s Planes through the extensive range of story books, CD’s, coloring books by Paragon and activity set boxes including puzzles and other board games by Euro.

    Aviation School gear:
    Back to school range by H.M. International (MRP 59 onwards): Kids and families can add loads of fun and frolic to the new school year with the fantastic range of Disney’s Planes lunch boxes, water bottles, stationery and much more. The trendy back to school Planes collection features an array of bright and stylish yet durable and essential merchandise for children aged 4 to 14 years.

    So fasten your seatbelts and get ready for the adventure!