Grass Valley and Daktronics join forces

Article posted by Coliseum, July 22^nd, 2025

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Grass Valley and Daktronics have sealed a strategic technology partnership aimed at transforming the live production landscape for sports and entertainment venues.

Broadcast Pro said that 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.

Together, the two companies aim to make venue content more immersive and simplify the entire production-to-presentation workflow.

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.

Daktronics, Inc. is an American company based in Brookings, South Dakota, that designs, manufactures, sells, and services the video displays, the scoreboards, the digital billboards, the dynamic message signs, the sound systems, and the related products.

Daktronics develop solutions that have become the standard in the light-emitting diode (LED) video and messaging display industry through reliable quality with a laser focus on their customers’ challenges.

It was founded in 1968 by two South Dakota State University professors – Aelred J. Kurtenbach and Duane Sander.

Grass Valley (formerly known as Thomson Grass Valley and Grass Valley Group) is a manufacturer of television production and broadcasting equipment. Headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, it was formed by the March 2014 merger of the original Grass Valley with Miranda Technologies.

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.

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