23.12.2024
BCE: 1 year of live streaming
As a frontrunner in the live streaming industry, BCE has consistently demonstrated its prowess in live event coverage, transforming mundane broadcasts into dynamic and immersive experiences across various sectors.
ING Night Marathon live-streamed by BCE
BCE’s suite of services is designed to cater to diverse needs, ensuring a seamless transition from live events to on-demand content.
With a centralized platform, BCE enables the live streaming of multiple video feeds while guaranteeing their distribution across communication channels, websites, social media and tv channels.
The company’s commitment to delivering exceptional experiences extends beyond sports to fashion events, finance sessions, institutional gatherings, and even concerts.
BCE facilitates real-time coverage, allowing organizations to concentrate on their core activities while leaving the production and technological aspects of live streaming in capable hands.
2023 showcased a diverse array of live streaming projects, from the ING marathon in Luxembourg to the debut collection of Pharrell Williams at Louis Vuitton at the Pont Neuf in Paris. BCE’s live streaming expertise also extended to the coverage of the Skoda Tour in Luxembourg and the electrifying live production of “The Police Deranged for Orchestra” concert led by Stewart Copeland, renowned drummer and founder of The Police.
ING Night Marathon
Amidst regular live streaming commitments, such as the Luxembourg For Finance sessions, BCE has truly elevated the art of live streaming. As 2024 unfolds, the organization eagerly anticipates sharing and immersing viewers in even more captivating events, continuing its legacy of excellence in the realm of live streaming.
BCE was chosen provider for extensive coverage of the prestigious ING Night Marathon, organized by ING, Ville de Luxembourg, VDL Roll & Run, and Step by Step.
Luxembourg’s renowned ING Night Marathon witnessed exceptional live coverage this year. BCE, equipped with its state-of-the-art Outside Broadcast Van, a dedicated production team as well as live motocams tracking the lead runners, captured and globally shared the marathon’s thrilling moments.
This comprehensive coverage, including race filming, live editing, and direct streaming to RTL Lëtzebuerg‘s website, showcased the event’s excitement.
In addition to online streaming, BCE displayed live coverage on screens strategically placed throughout the venue, allowing participants, families, and supporters to closely follow the race and immerse themselves in the vibrant marathon atmosphere.
The collaboration between the ING Night Marathon and BCE signifies a joint commitment to delivering an exceptional event experience, bridging on-site and remote audiences. The live coverage successfully brought the marathon’s excitement to screens worldwide, enabling viewers to share in the joy and determination of the runners on a global scale.
“By delivering real-time filming, editing, and streaming services, we were able to bring the excitement of the marathon to a global audience. It is our privilege to contribute to the success of such a prestigious event and showcase the endurance and determination of the participants.” Xavier Thillen, Head of Production and Digital Media Operations at BCE.
Kinnekswiss Loves Festival
BCE at the Kinnekswiss Loves Festival
BCE’s production team was actively involved in both the production and post-production processes of the Kinnekswiss Loves festival, which unfolded in the heart of Luxembourg City on June 30th, July 1st, and 2nd, 2023, celebrating the fusion of music and culture. The live video streams were showcased on the public screen throughout the event, and the concert itself was later broadcast on RTL Lëtzebuerg on July 8th.
This edition featured the renowned Stewart Copeland, acclaimed drummer and founder of The Police, gracing the stage alongside the Luxembourg Chamber Orchestra and the Luxembourg Military Band, among other captivating performances.
To revisit the enchanting moments of the Kinnekswiss Loves festival, catch an exclusive interview with Fréderic Caillierez, the live director of the event.
Schuberfouer 2023
BCE implemented a studio for the opening of the Schueberfouer
BCE’s production team was in Luxembourg City to celebrate the opening of the Schueberfouer 2023, the biggest funfair of Luxembourg. The team established a studio right within the fairgrounds to facilitate a captivating live streaming.
In readiness for the event, the Outside Broadcast van was equipped to support the live streaming on Fouer TV, RTL Lëtzebuerg website, RTL play and Facebook on August 24th, promising a three-hour program from 3 to 6 p.m., offering viewers an immersive experience of the festivities.
This collaborative effort between BCE’s production team and Fouer TV aimed to bring the vibrant and dynamic atmosphere of the Schueberfouer 2023 directly to the screens of audiences, ensuring a lively and engaging stream capturing the essence of this iconic Luxembourgish funfair.
BCE produced Das Blaue Sofa
BCE ensured the production and live broadcast of the “Blaue Sofa” event featuring Christopher Clark. The event took place on Friday, September 29, 2023, at the German-French-Luxembourg Cultural Institute, Pierre Werner, in Luxembourg. BCE effectively managed the entire production and broadcasting on Chamber TV, ensuring widespread access.
The event commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Pierre Werner Institute, the 175th anniversary of the Luxembourg Chamber of Deputies, and the “1848 Revolutioun zu Lëtzebuerg” exhibition at the Luxembourg National Archives. During this occasion, Christopher Clark introduced his latest book, “Frühling der Revolution. Europa 1848/49 und der Kampf für eine neue Welt” (DVA), which was released on September 27, 2023. This was done through an engaging lecture and discussion held on the “Blaue Sofa.”
Das Blaue Sofa
Skoda Tour 2023
BCE covered the Skoda Tour 2023
BCE played a pivotal role as the host broadcaster for the Skoda Tour de Luxembourg 2023, using our expertise and cutting-edge technology to facilitate live coverage and streaming services. Through BCE’s playout services, cycling enthusiasts worldwide enjoyed real-time race coverage, broadcast live and accessible on local and international sports networks, such as Eurosports and L’Équipe.
A noteworthy challenge arose during Stage 3 at Vianden Castle. BCE tackled this by cabling the castle, deploying high antennas, and employing circling planes for transmission. Despite spatial constraints, BCE ensured seamless production and distribution, underscoring the collaborative effort that contributed to the success of the Skoda Tour de Luxembourg 2023.
For a comprehensive insight into this project, explore our case study, which includes a video showcasing the intricacies of Stage 3 at Vianden Castle.
Freecaster covered Louis Vuitton fashion shows
Louis Vuitton has consistently chosen Freecaster (BCE) as its trusted Streaming service provider for globally renowned fashion shows. Before the Louis Vuitton Men’s Pre-Fall 2024 fashion show in Hong Kong Bay on November 30, 2023, Freecaster collaborated closely with Louis Vuitton teams, coordinating on-site fiber connections, engaging in technical discussions with video production, and ensuring a robust infrastructure for the event.
Freecaster managed the final streaming and broadcast, overseeing the reception of video streams, antenna coordination for global audiences, and live broadcasting on various platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, Weibo, Naver, and Tencent.
To achieve this, Freecaster designed a comprehensive broadcast and livestreaming system on the cloud, utilizing AWS services and the SRT protocol. This system efficiently managed reception, encoding, and broadcasting of video sources, as well as the distribution of recorded media to diverse audiences.
A dedicated team of 3 streaming engineers from Freecaster was deployed on-site to ensure the seamless execution of the streaming broadcast. In addition to online streaming, Freecaster broadcasted the fashion show on two giant screens in the bustling streets of Hong Kong, enhancing the overall audience experience.
Défilé de mode Louis Vuitton
The success of this project is attributed to the effective technical architecture, real-time coordination, and global reach. This resulted in smooth, high-quality streaming across various platforms.
Freecaster achieved an outstanding 93 million views during the live show on Chinese platforms, underscoring the project’s success and the broad reach achieved.
“In our commitment to elevate the experience for luxury brands, we prioritize delivering a flawless user journey that aligns with the discerning expectations of their clientele. Leveraging our proprietary platform, Freecaster, we ensure seamless live streaming, allowing us to adapt swiftly to our customers preferred communication channels, spanning websites and an extensive array of social media platforms. Our capability extends globally, reaching even audiences in China, as we remain agile in our pursuit of unparalleled exposure for our partners.” Concludes Tugdual Le Boru, General Manager Freecaster France.
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