European Pro AV News July 2026
Six stories from Europe's Pro AV market this month: two acquisitions reshaping UK and DACH signage and integration, a second IPMX certification round, a managed-services security warning, and a growing AVIXA talent pipeline.
Acoustic Metasurfaces Are Entering Your Next Brief
Acoustic metasurfaces — materials that redirect sound rather than absorb it — are moving out of physics papers and into real buildings. A UK spin-out already sells the technology. Here is what that means for European specifiers.
Your AV Tender Has a September Deadline You Have Not Written In
From 11 September 2026, AV manufacturers must report actively exploited vulnerabilities within 24 hours under the Cyber Resilience Act. Most procurement contracts are silent on this. Every tender dropping between now and August needs six new questions.
The State of Videoconferencing: 5 Trends Defining the Year So Far
How are early-year predictions stacking up and what's gaining momentum? The biggest shift happening in videoconferencing may be changing how success is measured altogether.
The EU AI Act’s 2027 Extension Doesn’t Cover What You Think It Covers
The EU AI Act just moved its biggest deadline. Here's what that actually changes for AV/IT.
Teaching the Next Generation of AV Pros—On Campus
Newly certified UNH AV specialist Kaetryn Williams-Barnard, CTS, passes the baton to her students in hopes of igniting their interest in a career in AV.
9 Things You Need to Know About AV Transport
Pro AV is our village, but wire (and fiber) is our church. We focus on the foundation of dependable connectivity. Co-instructors Joseph Cornwall, CTS-D, CTS-I, ISF-C, FOI, of Legrand, and Jose Mozota, CTS-I, HDBaseT Authorized Trainer, SDVoE Design Partner, of Freeman Solutions, Inc. have something they want to share with the Pro AV industry.
D=SIGN Power Hour: Content is Mission Critical
This D=SIGN Power Hour explored why content must be treated as a strategic priority from the start, how organizations can build audience-focused content strategies, and what it takes to keep content relevant, measurable, and impactful over time.
Broadcast AV Power Hour: Convergence of Streaming and Conferencing
This Broadcast AV Power Hour explored how organizations are combining professional production workflows with platforms like Zoom, Teams, and Webex to create engaging, high-quality experiences for both in-person and remote audiences.
Cisco’s Espen Løberg on Fixing Hybrid Work with Connected Intelligence
Ahead of his InfoComm 2026 keynote, Espen Løberg outlines how Connected Intelligence is unifying AV, IT, and AI to create seamless workplace experiences in the hybrid era.
What to Expect from Each Stage at InfoComm 2026
Explore how InfoComm 2026’s Vision, Spotlight, and Xchange LIVE stages each offer unique value—from strategic AV insights to immersive experiences and community-driven conversations.
InfoComm 2026: Inside the New Activation Hubs
InfoComm 2026 in Las Vegas brings AV to life with Smart Workplace, Retail Experience, and The Pitch—showcasing real-world tech for work, retail, and live production.
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