Business
Mediapro lays off 20 per cent of its workforce
According to the company, the move is part of a "broader effort" to reinforce Mediapro's position in the broadcast and AV sector
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Live Production
Riedel enables broad reach for Americas Cup communications
Riedel's solutions enabled chase boats to monitor communications throughout the race, connecting with the main operations control to provide enhanced viewing experiences
Media Consumption
LaLiga achieves YouTube Diamond Play Button
Accumulating more than 3,000 million views, LaLiga joins just 19 sports channels worldwide to have achieved the landmark, among them NFL, NB, UFC, Olympics...
Artificial Intelligence
Grup Mediapro, Microsoft partner on AI and synthetic media library
Among the areas the library will focus on are ad monitoring in broadcasting, the accessibility and personalisation of AV and digital content, voice cloning...
Virtual Production
Mediapro’s Barcelona facility hosts first European film shot entirely in virtual production
Mediapro's virtual production team worked with the film's art directors to develop 41 stages harnessing technology such as AI, Unreal Engine, photogrammetry and 360º...
Business
Jaume Roures speaks out on Mediapro ousting
The company's co-founder said it was not his choice to leave
Business
Mediapro CEO Jaume Roures leaves the company
Tatxo Benet will take over the running of the company
Live Production
Mediapro employs all-female crew for U19’s Women’s Basketball World Cup coverage
It's the first time that an all-female crew has been used by the broadcaster
Live Production
Mediapro to use 15 HD OB units as host broadcaster of European Games
The European Games take place in Krakow, Poland from 21st June to 2nd July
Production & Post
Mediapro to open two new virtual production studios in Spain
The company will invest €3.5 million in the Barcelona production centre, which will feature a 500 m2 studio and 235 m2 of LED paneling
Business
European consortium aims to drive digital transformation in creative industries
The project, which counts Spanish broadcaster Mediapro among its members, aims to boost Europe's creative fabric and generate economically and environmentally sustainable companies
Business
Mediapro ‘definitively resolves’ financial uncertainties
Company has reached an agreement with its creditor funds to refinance its debt
Production & Post
50 cameras to cover UEFA Europa League final
Mediapro will have 200 members of staff on site for the match, employing two OB units
Media Delivery
LaLiga match broadcast live via TikTok for first time in Spain
The game between Real Sociedad and Real Betis was broadcast for free in 9:16 video.
Live Production
Mediapro showcases 4K UHD HDR at Madrid Fashion Week
Mediapro deployed its latest OB truck, which has been customised to produce two 4K quality signals simultaneously, as well as ultra-high definition digital sound
Business
Searchlight, Invesco complete first step of possible Mediapro takeover
Companies have won approval to inject fresh capital into the beleaguered Spanish producer
Business
Searchlight, Invesco launch Mediapro takeover bid
Companies are offering a further investment of €150 million in order to take control
Business
Mediapro seeks €230 million bailout from Spanish government
Company is reportedly unable to meet payments on a €920 million loan it originally secured in 2018
Business
Broadcasters ‘won’t break current contracts for ESL’ says Mediapro boss
League has reportedly held talks with the likes of Disney, Facebook and Amazon
Live Production
New pitchside cameras take LaLiga fans closer to the action
The 35 mm sensor, mirrorless camera integrates a stabiliser support similar to that of steady-cam technology, providing a highly cinematic visual experience
Business
Mediapro, French League agree deal, Telefoot to close
Two parties are reported to have agreed a deal in the on-going broadcast rights payments row.
Business
Mediapro’s Telefoot on verge of shut down
A court is due to rule on the case between the French football league and Mediapro today.
Business
Mediapro launches court action against Canal Plus over football rights
Spanish broadcaster has accused Canal Plus of "abusive and unfair practises".
Business
Canal Plus ‘preparing €700 million Ligue 1 rescue package’
French broadcaster preparing bid in case on-going negotiations between Mediapro and the French football league fail.
Business
Mediapro places itself under court protection from creditors
Company wants to renegotiate the price of the broadcast rights to France's top football league.
Production & Post
Mediapro named host broadcaster for Champions League
Intends to use 25 cameras in the quarter final matches and 28 in the semi-finals, rising to 31 cameras for the final on 23rd...
Media Delivery
LaLiga and Mediapro expand social distance of league coverage for India
Companies have adopted new remote production techniques to maintain familiar programming for Indian subcontinent via Facebook Watch
Live Production
Eleven Sports, Mediapro team up for series of strategic projects
Collaboration has been driven by the impact of the coronavirus on the sports media industry.
Business
Mediapro secures €120 million to weather coronavirus storm
Includes €55 million from Deutsche Bank
Live Production
Mediapro employs AI to create personalised LaLiga highlights
AIProclips allows users to create custom highlights in near real-time
Business
Supponor, Mediapro extend licence for virtual advertising products
Includes provision for Mediapro to offer virtual services to other sports federations based in Spain
Business
Serie A postpones Mediapro deadline again
€1.3 billion per season deal to be reviewed by the league's 20 clubs
Business
Spanish football TV income “to exceed €2 billion”
Centralised sale of TV rights said to have stimulated competition
TVBEverywhere
Mediapro partners with YouTube for Pan American Games
Fans in 150 countries can now watch the action live from Lima
Business
Serie A sets deadline for Mediapro deal
€1.3 billion deal to be reviewed by the league’s 20 clubs
Business
Mediapro ‘offers Serie A €1.15 billion a year partnership’ to create new TV channel
Mediapro wants to create a dedicated TV channel to broadcast Serie A matches from 2021
