Queen Elizabeth II State Funeral
Supporting the world’s broadcasters through a historic national event
The passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II marked one of the most significant live broadcast operations in modern British history. Over an intense eleven-day period, Film & TV Services (FTVS) delivered critical infrastructure, technical expertise and rapid-response operational support to broadcasters, production partners and rights holders across London, Windsor, Cardiff and beyond.
From Westminster Abbey and Hyde Park to Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle, FTVS deployed power, lighting, studios, welfare, rigging and technical services at scale — helping global broadcasters remain live throughout a period watched by billions worldwide.