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Exciting Times Ahead at the Protec Group More successes. More investments. More opportunities. The Protec group ramped up its expansion in early 2018 and has certainly put its foot on the throttle since. Its growth into Saudi Arabia and across the Middle East region has been especially successful. Its European branch, based in the UK, has been impressing with award wins and shortlistings, announcing its arrival as a major player capable of competing for large scale events and shaking up the industry. The group’s expansion and investments place them as one of the largest companies of their kind in the world and they are showing no signs of slowing down! P rotec have significantly added to an already enviable inventory of the biggest and best brands in the industry. Brands including L-Acoustics, Digico, Clay Paky, Robe, MA lighting, SGM, disguise, Christie, Barco, BlackTrax, Notch and Watchout are just some of their preferred regular suppliers, and they are always eager to pioneer the latest technologies. First in the Middle East region to get the full suite of the new MA3 lighting consoles, Protec aren’t afraid to take the leap when it comes to new technologies and in doing so, push the industry as a whole to evolve and offer exciting new solutions in the world of events. They have also introduced their advanced technologies which include robotics, drones and automation to all of their new locations. Saudi Arabia has seen Protec land some very impressive events this past year. One such event was Formula E. Saudi Arabia is making giant leaps to diversify and progress its economy and its vision of the future. Formula E was a historic event being one of the first of its kind ever. Not only was it the first Formula E event held there, but also the first major international sports event ever in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Success Story as Protec Deliver High Profile Events With additional purchases especially for their new warehouse in Riyadh, Protec KSA now offer the same preferred, trusted, reliable brands and service that they are revered for in Dubai. This professional service available from within On top of this the whole world was watching in real time. This required technical support that was second to none. Protec’s audio team chose a range of L-Acoustics PA to cover a very extensive area across 6 grandstand viewing