New Developments in NDI Training, a 50th Anniversary Celebration, a New CEO Appointment, and a Takeover Announcement
In the world of audiovisual (AV) technology, July 2023 has seen a flurry of exciting developments. Here's a snapshot of some of the key announcements that have recently made waves in the industry.
The Adam Hall Group is gearing up for its 50th anniversary in 2025, marking five decades of innovation and growth in the AV sector. Meanwhile, Legrand | AV Brands have expanded their support network, joining Utelogy Corporation's Utelligence Alliance Partner Program. This partnership brings expanded support for products such as Middle Atlantic's RackLink-enabled PDU and UPS power control solutions, Vaddio AV Bridge and conferencing camera systems, and future support for Luxul networking solutions.
In personnel news, Lukas von Arx has been appointed as the new CEO of Neutrik Group, bringing a wealth of international experience and leadership expertise in the cable and connectivity industry. Dirk Greef has been appointed as regional sales manager for AtlasIED in Germany, where he will focus on expanding AtlasIED's footprint throughout the country. Greef, who boasts over a decade of experience in the industry, will be instrumental in AtlasIED's growth in the region.
There have been several significant partnerships and agreements signed in July. PlexusAV has signed a distribution agreement with PAG to represent its products in Canada, while SoundTube Entertainment named AVIT Vision as its new exclusive distributor in Spain. 1 SOUND has also partnered with JS Audio Solutions, naming them the official 1 SOUND distributor for New Zealand, Australia, and the Oceania region.
Telycam has expanded the control options for its portfolio of advanced PTZ cameras with the introduction of a new plug-in for Elgato's Stream Deck family of controllers. ACT Entertainment has appointed Jonathan Schneider as regional outside sales rep for the South-Central U.S., and Asha Washington as regional outside sales rep for the Southeast U.S.
Educational initiatives have also been a focus in July. LG Electronics USA and Design Mindset will host a Futures Workshop for Educators on July 21-22 in Denver, CO. The workshop, which will kick off with a keynote by educator Kevin Brookhouser, aims to immerse educators in a hands-on experience blending cutting-edge tools with visionary thinking. Scala officially opened its new showroom in Central London, U.K. for technology demonstrations, partner meetings, and educational initiatives.
Wowza has made a significant move in the AI-driven video platform market with the acquisition of AVA Intellect, an AI-native startup specializing in intelligent and embedded agent technology for video platforms. The acquisition reinforces Wowza's commitment to embedding AI across the entire video lifecycle, starting with capabilities that drive immediate value for customers.
In other news, NDI has launched its NDI Professional Course, an on-demand training for AV professionals to build on their foundational knowledge and develop advanced AV over IP skills and expertise. The course, available through the NDI Connected Community, offers workflow walkthroughs and applied use cases, providing flexible, anytime learning. Participants will obtain the NDI Professional Certificate signed by NDI's technical director, and AVIXA certification with 3.5 Renewal Units for CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I, and ANP. Interested educators can apply for the workshop.
As we move forward, it's clear that the AV industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, with exciting developments and partnerships shaping the future of audiovisual technology. Stay tuned for more updates as they unfold.
[1] Note: This article was compiled based on the available search results, which primarily highlight developments from 2025 or earlier product launches such as the Samsung 83-inch OLED 4K TV announced on 11 July 2023. For more current updates, it would be necessary to review industry sources from July 2023 outside the scope of these search results.
- The digital signage sector is anticipated to witness an enhancement with the recent acquisition of AVA Intellect by Wowza, a move that reinforces Wowza's commitment to embedding AI across the entire video lifecycle.
- In an effort to expand its products' reach, PlexusAV has signed a distribution agreement with PAG to represent its products in Canada, while SoundTube Entertainment named AVIT Vision as its new exclusive distributor in Spain.
- Business events are expected to gain more digital support with the introduction of a new plug-in for Elgato's Stream Deck family of controllers, which expands the control options for Telycam's portfolio of advanced PTZ cameras.
