Eastbourne Tennis 2025
FTVS was proud to play a crucial behind-the-scenes role at the Rothesay International Eastbourne
Objectives
- Enable uninterrupted live broadcasting of all courts, OB units, and interview zones
- Deliver optimal lighting for TV presentation, player visibility, and viewer quality.
- Implement sustainable operations, reducing carbon footprint via green power sources.
Challenges
- Constrained set-ups around play and presenter zones required compact, noise-free equipment
- Need for versatile deployment during match times and shifting conditions.
- Align with FTVS’s green mission and industry sustainability standards
Solutions
- Precise lighting setups enhanced appearance while respecting tight space constraints
- Consistent LED coverage across outdoor grass courts maintained visual quality on cooler, hotter days
- Hybrid generator-battery arrangement minimized risk of power interruptions.
Overview
Client
Rothesay International (Lexus Eastbourne Open)
Event
Lexus Eastbourne Open Tennis Tournament 2025
Date
21–28 June 2025
Scope
Provide broadcast-grade power generation, technical lighting, and sustainable energy solutions for live tennis coverage
Project manager
David Watson
General Manager
Stats
45%
Power statistic
Agile HPU battery back‑up systems and green HVO-fuelled broadcast generators ensured
60%
Lighting statistic
State-of-the-art LED broadcast lighting provided cooler, energy-efficient illumination ideal for both athletes and high-definition TV output
17
Technicians used
Skilled technicians, led by Jean‑Luc Neale and Wayne Twinn, managed system integration, OB compatibility, safety and compliance
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