Grass Valley and Daktronics forge strategic partnership
Grass Valley and Daktronics have announced a strategic technology partnership aimed at transforming the live production landscape for sports and entertainment venues. By combining Grass Valley's expertise in live video production with Daktronics' leadership in large-scale LED display technology, the collaboration delivers fully integrated, end-to-end solutions designed to enhance content creation, boost production efficiency and elevate real-time presentation for fans.
The alliance reflects a shared vision between the two industry leaders to drive innovation in live event technology and respond to the evolving demands of modern stadiums and arenas. Together, the companies are setting a new benchmark for immersive fan engagement and scalable, future-ready infrastructure.
Brad Wiemann, Interim CEO and President of Daktronics, said: 'This partnership with Grass Valley represents a powerful alignment of complementary technologies. Together, we're helping venues deliver fully immersive, end-to-end experiences that transform how fans engage with live events.'
Jon Wilson, CEO of Grass Valley, added: 'Joining forces with Daktronics allows us to push the boundaries of what's possible in live production and venue presentation. With two of the industry's leading brands, we're excited about what this means for the future of integrated, scalable solutions in the world's top venues.'
Several collaborative projects are already underway, utilising Daktronics' display and control technology, such as Camino, alongside Grass Valley's IP-based live production tools. These early initiatives aim to create seamless production workflows while enriching the in-venue fan experience. Specifics on these joint deployments are expected to be revealed in the coming months.
The partnership will be spotlighted at the IDEA Conference, set to take place in Boston from July 13 to 16, 2025, where both companies will present the first look at their integrated solutions to industry stakeholders.
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