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NEWS

MONTHLY UPDATES

Our news page is where we share a regular insight into the world of BPM SFX giving you the latest detailed glimpse behind everything that we do. From the innovations and developments shaping the future of our company to the events we deliver and the community we are building around us, this is where you can follow our journey. Whether you are curious about the work we do, the people behind it, or the shows we are part of, our updates capture every side of what we do. Explore the latest below and see what we have been up to.

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EMPLOYEE RESILIENCE

Scale was in focus with our team touring arenas and stadiums across the UK and Europe with Diljit Dosanjh, including two shows at Wembley Stadium. We then took on a massive weekend, delivering Creamfields 25th anniversary and Leeds and Reading Festivals.

28 AUGUST 2026

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EQUIPMENT INVESTING

Major stages were in focus with our team joining Calvin Harris for his two homecoming shows at Hampden Park and Lewis Capaldi at BST Hyde Park. In between, we announced a landmark new addition to our inventory, opening an exciting new chapter.

31 JULY 2026

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EXPANSION STRIDE

Momentum has been building with our team delivering Empire of the Sun’s record-breaking sold-out shows at Alexandra Palace and returning to Silverstone for the Formula One British Grand Prix. Meanwhile, BPM SFX has continued to grow, welcoming new talent.

26 JUNE 2026

INNOVATING TECHNOLOGY

Preparation was in focus with our team developing our in-house Control Racks ahead of a packed schedule. We also delivered a uniquely immersive production for Chase and Status' Section 63 show before kicking off festival season at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend.

29 MAY 2026

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HIGHEST STANDARDS

Sheer star power has been shown with our team delivering YE's shows in Los Angeles and creating an explosive walkout for Tyson Fury's fight at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. In between, we hosted a demonstration day for Academy of Live Technology.

24 APRIL 2026

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PROTECTING FUTURES

It has been an educational chapter for BPM SFX, with lectures on Lasers to students at the University of Derby and a local school student joining us for a week. Ben Hemsley's homecoming show at Blackstone Street Warehouse provided a spectacular close.

27 MARCH 2026

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DESERVED RECOGNITION

A prideful moments at BPM SFX, with Jack Webber claiming SFX Operator of the Year at the TPi Awards. Away from the ceremony, our Lasers delivered spectacular results for Solomun at Alexandra Palace, while Machine Gun Kelly's tour got off to a flying start.

27 FEBRUARY 2026

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STRONG COMEBACK

A varied and rewarding stretch with our technicians putting their Depence expertise to great use, while a staff photoshoot day took place. Out on the road, our Lasers made a striking impact at Hannah Laing's special show at the Liverpool Exhibition Centre.

30 JANUARY 2026

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PROGRESSING FORWARD

Quite possibly some of our biggest announcements, Alica Bank confirming a major investment into the company while our team completed an extensive three-day product video shoot. Out on the road, our European arena tour with James Arthur launched.

19 DECEMBER 2025

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BREAKTHROUGH TALENT

A chance for us to relish as Tom Lewis also took home the SFX Newcomer of the Year at the BTA Production Futures Awards. Rounding things off, our team delivered an impressive range of SFX and Lasers for Wilkinson and Alton Towers' Fireworks Spectacular.

28 NOVEMBER 2025

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GLOBAL COVERAGE

A phenomenal period for BPM SFX after five-months in the US, while back home our team kept momentum going with The Kooks' arena tour and special performances with Duran Duran and Peggy Gou. Our Lasers also featured at Cream Classical.

31 OCTOBER 2025

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TARGETED PRECISION

A spectacular moment for BPM SFX, with our Lasers put to brilliant use at LSR/CITY's show at the Brixton Academy, while we were recognised for bringing the Oasis Live '25. We also joined Sleep Token as we brought our SFX and Lasers to their US tour.

26 SEPTEMBER 2025

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PIVOTAL PERIOD

One of the most intense periods in BPM SFX history, with a record number of simultaneous staff while our team delivered identical SFX across both Leeds and Reading Festival. Creamfields provided the perfect finale, as we supplied SFX across six stages.

29 AUGUST 2025

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STAYING UPDATED

An incredible time for us, delivering Display Pyro for Drake's headline sets at Wireless Festival in Finsbury Park. The Oak Mill HQ saw several exciting updates reflected our continued growth. Finally, our team delivered SFX on tour with Oasis.

25 JULY 2025

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ADAPTING INTERNALLY

As thing became busy we got more productive, with the creation of new in-house racks and the arrival of custom-branded equipment further strengthening our capabilities. One of our highlights came at Download Festival at Donington Park, where we delivered SFX.

27 JUNE 2025

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FRESH COLLABORATIONS

Recently we made a statement that saw the arrival of our new MA3 consoles and custom-branded Oswald Over Fader stands. We were also pleased to be involved in BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend at Sefton Park, delivering spectacular SFX.

30 MAY 2025

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NEW ADDITIONS

BPM SFX debut our revolutionary audience laser scanners marking a major milestone and new equipment arriving at HQ ahead of a busy summer season. The standout moment came with our two-week arena tour with Chase and Status.

25 APRIL 2025

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WINNING STREAK

A landmark period for BPM SFX, with Daniel Briggs taking home Laser Technician of the Year at the TPi Awards while the company claimed the Favourite SFX Company of the Year. Our team also delivered a spectacular laser package for Sub Focus.

28 MARCH 2025

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HELPING HANDS

A busy period for BPM SFX, welcoming leading laser experts to deliver advanced training , to hosting a demonstration day for students at the Academy of Live Technology, and delivering a spectacular range of effects at the record-breaking F1 75 Live event.

28 FEBRUARY 2025

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REFRESHED START

BPM SFX returned from the festive break with a refreshed social media identity and a packed calendar of events, including supporting Papa Roach's UK and Europe tour. A powerful start to the year that showcased and defines everything we do.

31 JANUARY 2025