Sky Sports: Premier League OB Studio
UK
The Project
Seeking to enhance their live event coverage for major Premier League match days across different stadiums, Sky wanted to upgrade their existing mobile Outside Broadcast (OB) studio set to further elevate their broadcast accomplishment.
As a Tier 1 broadcaster, it was critical that their new studio deliver exceptional visual display during match coverage, as well as provide a flexible setup to streamline their transportation process.
The Brief
Expected to be deployed at least 40 times each season, the new studio needed to be robust, whilst also seamlessly integrate with their main studio technology at their headquarters based in Osterley, West London.
The Solution
The new infrastructure supports two 2m x 1.5m flown LED video walls positioned on the left- and right-hand side of the studio – each suspended from a hanging bar mounted on the truss frame. Situated in between the two LED walls, the stadium view sits centrally to offer a live view into the stadium.
The former heavy metal framework was replaced by a lightweight box truss system, reducing the weight of the rigging system by over half.
Comprising 12 interlocking cabinets arranged in a 4 x 3 configuration, each LED wall has been proportionally aligned to suit Sky’s Creative and can be dynamically changed to present relevant statistics, images or immersive video environments in sync with topical conversations.
The new practical, user-friendly and robust studio simplifies logistical procedures for a more sustainable operational workflow. Not only does this benefit Sky’s team in terms of setup arrangements, but the new studio and ground-breaking technology presents a more powerful, dynamic and optimal viewing audience experience.
Liam Wood
Head of Studio Operations at Sky Sports
‘Working with d&b solutions on our Premier League OB Set upgrade was a genuine pleasure from start to finish. The whole team brought a level of professionalism and composure that made a complex project, under tight timescales, feel effortless. Their knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to adapt throughout the process gave us complete confidence at every stage.
The end result has been outstanding, and I have no doubt we’ll be partnering with the d&b team again on future set builds. I’d recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for a truly collaborative and highly skilled team that delivers against all requirements.’