Multi-year Exclusive Pact Covers 200 Screens
RealD Inc., a leading global licensor of 3D technologies for cinema, consumer electronics and professional applications, and UGC, one of Europe’s leading cinema operators, announced today an exclusive multi-year partnership for the installation of RealD 3D cinema technology on 200 UGC screens across the circuit’s venues in Europe. Installation of RealD Cinema Systems has already begun and is expected to be completed this Winter.
“UGC’s main focus is always to offer the best cinema experience and quality service to our customers in our movie theaters,” said Jean-Marie Dura, managing director of UGC network. “We are delighted we found the right partner in RealD, who shares our vision of excellence and quality. They will help us bring to our customers the best, upgradable cutting-edge 3D technology.”
“UGC is a highly regarded cinema operator with a broad footprint across Europe. We are pleased they selected RealD to be their exclusive 3D cinema technology provider,” said Marlene Songin, Vice President, Cinema and General Director of RealD Europe.
About RealD Inc.
RealD Inc. is a leading global licensor of stereoscopic (three-dimensional), or 3D, technologies. RealD’s extensive intellectual property portfolio enables a premium 3D viewing experience in the theater, the home and elsewhere. RealD licenses its RealD Cinema Systems to motion picture exhibitors that show 3D motion pictures and alternative 3D content. RealD also provides its RealD Format, active and passive eyewear, and display and gaming technologies to consumer electronics manufacturers and content producers and distributors to enable the delivery and viewing of 3D content on high definition televisions, laptops and other displays. RealD’s cutting-edge 3D technologies have been used for applications such as piloting the Mars Rover, heads-up displays for military jets and robotic medical procedures. For more information about RealD, please visit www.reald.com or www.facebook.com/RealD3D
About UGC S.A.
UGC is one of the leading cinema chains in Europe, with a presence in France, Belgium, Spain and Italy. UGC cinemas are some 600 screen strong and have welcomed more than 40 millions admissions in 2009. UGC is also one of the major players in production and distribution of European films.