ABOUT US

We are proud to announce that the RF services in the EMG Group are united as EMG Connectivity. This means that the activities of Eurolinx, Broadcast RF and the RF activities of EMG France are consolidated within EMG Connectivity.

As a global market leader, this new combination will continue to deliver the bespoke customer service for which EMG is world renowned.

More than 1,500 RF events per year are covered by the 80+ EMG Connectivity specialists including the most prominent sporting events and entertainment shows of the world.

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<p><strong>PIONEER OF RF TECHNOLOGY</strong></p>
<p><strong>PIONEER OF RF TECHNOLOGY</strong></p>

PIONEER OF RF TECHNOLOGY

Our company have been at the forefront of the RF industry for over six decades and delivery first class facilities since 1962.

  • Pioneered RF and wireless technology with the development of unique and scalable RF solutions since 1962.
  • Delivered countless history making moments.

Who we are

EMG Connectivity is a dedicated RF equipment facilities company who specialise in the provision of high quality state of the art RF and wireless technology to be used in the making of television programmes covering sports, news and light entertainment events.

Within EMG Connectivity there are four divisions. All four RF specialist divisions have a rich history and are global leaders in the supply of RF technology into major sporting events.

Events like the Tour de France, Olympics, Giro d’Italia, FIFA World Cup and European Football Championships are just some of the events we have supplied our services to.

Europe

USA

AUSTRALIA

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United Kingdom

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France

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Luxembourg

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Switzerland

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Netherlands

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Belgium

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Germany

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Italy

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USA

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Australia

EXPERIENCE

With over 30 years of experience in the media and broadcasting industry, EMG’s work is always based on reliability, strong customer relations and a great passion for innovation; those will remain the foundation of our business in the future. Our new brand identity is not just current and modern, but also reflects what our organisation stands for.

SUSTAINABLE QUALITY

EMG is a sustainable and socially responsible organization with a big, beating heart. Thanks to our ISO14001 certification, we conduct our business as ‘green’ as possible. (Information) security is also a priority in the design of our business processes within the framework of ISO27001.

INNOVATION

In a fast-changing media landscape, we are continuously looking for innovative ways to surprise our clients. We employ some of the best, most experienced expert technicians, and they are dedicated to developing the latest solutions and workflows for our clients.

GLOBAL

EMG is active in 10 countries, and counting, enabling us to offer our services worldwide as well as regionally. With fast turnaround deployments possible to many key destinations around the globe and an increasingly international client base, no job is too big or too small for our experienced teams.

PEOPLE FIRST

When it comes to our services, it is not all about equipment and facilities. It is our people that make the difference! Our teams go the distance, so we can explore technological boundaries together and offer our viewers genuine experiences.

CUSTOM-MADE

We offer our clients customized end-to-end solutions based on their individual needs. Our complete range of media services allows us to be a one-stop-shop with the ability to meet the demands of any type of production.

AN ALLIANCE
OF GLOBAL RF FACILITIES

Within EMG Connectivity there are four divisions. All four RF specialist divisions have a rich history and are global leaders in the supply of RF technology into major sporting events.

  • Connectivity UK, formally known as Broadcast RF based in Dartford, UK.
  • Connectivity FR, formally known as SFP/EMG France based in Paris, France.
  • Connectivity BE, formally known as Eurolinx Belgium based in Brussels, Belgium.
  • Connectivity NL, formally known as Eurolinx the Netherlands based in Hilversum, the Netherlands.
  • Connectivity USA being our new venture, bringing the best in RF technology from Europe to the US, based currently in Atlanta.

More than 1,500 RF events per year are covered by the 80+ EMG Connectivity specialists including the most prominent sporting events and entertainment shows of the world.

MEET OUR TEAM

EMG Connectivity is the combination of an international team of more than 80 EMG experts.

The team is helmed by Bruno Gallais (Managing Director EMG Connectivity) who will hold this role alongside his work as CEO of EMG France. The management team further compromises Mark Houghton, Bruno Coudyzer, Rudy Dendleux and Chris Brandrick.

<p>Bruno Gallais<br />
<b>CONNECTIVITY</b><b><br />
FR & Group CEO</b></p>

Bruno Gallais
CONNECTIVITY
FR & Group CEO

After graduating from the University of Brest, Bruno started his professional career as a sound engineer. He then moved on to be a production director at SFP, before becoming Sports Sales Director in 2001.

In 2012 he became Commercial Director of Euromedia in charge of Sports,  RF and international operations. Bruno oversaw some of the biggest sporting events in the world, such as the Olympic Games, the Tour de France and major cycling events.

Building on these successes he was appointed CEO of EMG France and subsequently the CEO of the newly created EMG Connectivity group.

<p>Mark Houghton<br />
<b>CONNECTIVITY</b><b><br />
Innovation Director<br />
UK Managing Director</b></p>

Mark Houghton
CONNECTIVITY
Innovation Director
UK Managing Director

Mark has been with Broadcast RF since the company’s inception in 1998 and has since played a pivotal role in running the company for 25 years.  He has recently taken on an additional role of Group Innovations while successfully maintaining his position as the Managing Director of the UK division.

With extensive expertise in RF equipment and a keen understanding of emerging technologies, Mark is instrumental in driving the group’s investments in cutting-edge technology and equipment. Continuously striving for improvement, he actively seeks opportunities to enhance our current workflows and systems while keeping a keen eye on future developments.

<p>Bruno Coudyzer<br />
<b>CONNECTIVITY</b><b><br />
Business Development<br />
BE Director</b></p>

Bruno Coudyzer
CONNECTIVITY
Business Development
BE Director

Bruno boasts a wealth of expertise in the field of RF and wireless cameras in the broadcast industry, accumulating over 25 years of invaluable experience.  Throughout his career, he has excelled as a Commercial and Operations Project Leader, effectively managing the EuroLinX wireless division of Videohouse. With his wealth of experience, Bruno has successfully overseen numerous major events in various domains for the past decade, averaging more than 120 events annually.

These events encompass a wide range of prestigious sporting spectacles such as the Olympic Games, Cycling competitions, Marathons, Triathlons, and many more, all held on a global scale. Bruno’s exceptional leadership and expertise have made him an invaluable asset in ensuring the seamless execution of these high-profile events worldwide.

<p>Rudy Dendleux<br />
<b>CONNECTIVITY</b><b><br />
CTO<br />
FR Directeur Technique</b></p>

Rudy Dendleux
CONNECTIVITY
CTO
FR Directeur Technique

Rudy is the CTO of EMG Connectivity Group, the French entity and the President of Livetools, an EMG company who manufacture our range of HEVC RF products.  With a strong background in telecommunications and RF engineering, Rudy has led our French division to the forefront of innovation in the industry.

As CTO, he oversees our group research and development, driving the creation of cutting-edge wireless camera solutions for events such as the Tour De France and the Olympic Games. Rudy’s expertise and visionary leadership have solidified our global position and his contributions continue to shape the future of wireless camera systems.

<p>Chris Brandrick<br />
<b>CONNECTIVITY</b><b><br />
UK & Group<br />
</b><b>Commercial Director</b></p>

Chris Brandrick
CONNECTIVITY
UK & Group
Commercial Director

Chris has been working in the broadcast industry for 20 years and has vast experience in delivering RF facilities for high profile events, from major domestic events to worldwide set pieces such as the UEFA Euros, FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games.

With extensive experience and a keen understanding of the industry’s ever-evolving landscape, Chris takes great pride in delivering broadcast projects successfully.

In 2023, Chris took the role of Group Commercial Director, overseeing global commercial operations, using his international experience and partnership-building skills to drive EMG Connectivity’s global leadership position.

Our story

For 50 years, EMG has been at the origin of all the major developments that have impacted the RF transmission sector : from the first motorcycle connections to systems dedicated to HD or now UHD, our integrated research laboratory has made EMG a unique player in its ability to follow market requirements.

2020
2019

Retransmission of the Paris Tours race in UHD HDR.

2017

Full broadcast of the Tour de France (120 hours live in 3 weeks).

2013

Full geolocation of peloton riders using SMACS (CD and TDF).

2009

3D HF filming

2008
2007
2003

Implementation of the first digital HF links.

1989

First use of a relay plane.

1962

Partial coverage of all stages of the TDf with an aerial relay.

1959
2020
2008
2007
1959

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