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RaceTech and BMC TV are proud to announce a ground-breaking partnership that has
secured a multi-year, multi-million-pound contract with The Racing Partnership (TRP).
Starting in 2025, this collaboration will deliver advanced media connectivity and remote
production solutions, setting a new standard for the horse racing and broader sports
broadcasting industries.
This strategic partnership leverages the strengths of both companies. RaceTech’s indepth
knowledge of horse racing along with their state-of-the-art Raynes Park remote
production facility will serve as the hub for TRP’s transition to a fully remote production
workflow, while BMC TV will provide the critical connectivity infrastructure required to link
TRP’s racecourses and broadcast partners across the UK and globally.
John Bozza, CEO of RaceTech, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: “We are
delighted to have secured this long-term contract with TRP and are excited to transition
them to our Raynes Park remote production facility. To ensure that we can offer the most
advanced, complete, and reliable service, we have teamed up with BMC TV, who will be
providing the contribution connectivity to TRP’s racecourses and distribution to their
broadcast partners in the UK and overseas. All services will be monitored and controlled
from a dedicated Master Control Room at Raynes Park, I am confident that this
partnership will offer great value to TRP and provide significant opportunities to develop
and deliver remote production solutions to a wider customer base and multitude of
sports.”
David Meynell, CEO of BMC TV, echoed this excitement: “This is a fantastic contract win
for BMC TV, and we cannot wait to get started. The partnership with RaceTech is
significant and one that allows us to offer maximum value to our customers, with
complete focus on the benefits that we can bring to the racing industry. We believe that
we are best placed now to offer value to all UK, Irish, and overseas horse and greyhound
racing, and we are confident that we will secure further contracts, continue to grow BMC
TV, and become the go-to provider for remote services to the racing industry and other
sporting events.”
Mark Kingston, Director of Media Technology and Production at TRP, commented on the
collaboration: “We are incredibly impressed with the advanced technological solutions
that RaceTech and BMC TV have developed to support our horse racing operations. This
partnership will not only enhance the quality and reliability of our broadcasts but also
future proof our production capabilities. RaceTech’s innovation in remote production,
combined with BMC TV’s exceptional connectivity services, provides us with a worldclass
solution that will support the business-critical services we provide to the betting
industry and to domestic viewers of over 700 UK horse race fixtures per annum.”
RaceTech’s continued commitment to innovation and excellence has made it a trusted
name in broadcasting for over 75 years. Its remote production capabilities, highlighted by
the cutting-edge Raynes Park facility, represent the future of efficient and sustainable
broadcasting.
BMC TV’s unparalleled expertise in live event connectivity and its resilient Media Network
including the innovative and unique LMX Live, bring unmatched quality and reliability to
this partnership. With its ability to deliver uncompressed, resilient, and global
connectivity solutions, BMC TV is poised to elevate TRP’s production and distribution
capabilities to new heights.
This landmark contract is a testament to the shared vision of BMC TV and RaceTech in
revolutionizing the racing and sports broadcasting landscape. Together, the companies
look forward to driving significant growth and innovation in the years ahead.
RaceTech is a leading provider of broadcast, production, and technical
services to the horse racing industry. With a legacy spanning over 75 years, RaceTech is
renowned for its innovation and commitment to excellence, delivering high-quality
content and cutting-edge solutions across 60 racecourses and beyond.
BMC TV specialises in live event connectivity, offering robust and
reliable solutions for audio, video, and data transmission. With expertise in both
compressed and uncompressed broadcast signals over IP, satellite, microwave, fibre,
and terrestrial networks, BMC TV is a trusted partner for media and live broadcast events
globally.
RaceTech the outside broadcast and technical services provider to British horseracing has
renewed its service agreement contracts with Jockey Club Racecourses (JCR).
A new multi-year service agreement is in place from October 2024 with Jockey Club
Racecourses covering all fixtures at its 15 racecourses including several major festivals such
as The Cheltenham Festival, The Randox Grand National at Aintree and The Betfred Derby at
Epsom Downs. The new contract consists of standard and additional Raceday services running
until 2029.
RaceTech service agreements are tailored to suit, supplying essential and supplementary
Raceday services, such as the provision of photo finish, video brochures, starting stalls, race
timing, public address and racecourse TV production. The service agreements also cover the
provision of goods and services outside of a Raceday, supporting racecourse upgrades and
projects.
John Bozza, Chief Executive at RaceTech said, “We are delighted to renew our service
agreement with JCR. We enjoy good relationships with the teams across all the JCR
racecourses, as we have for many years. It is a pleasure to continue to provide these services
and work with the tracks to develop their on-course technology and therefore enhance the
customer experience.”
Amy Starkey, Managing Director of Jockey Club Racecourses, added, “RaceTech play a huge
role in helping us deliver nearly 350 fixtures a year, large and small, and are responsible for
so much of what goes on behind the scenes.
“Many racegoers might not appreciate just how many aspects of a Raceday the team at
RaceTech are responsible for and how closely our teams work with theirs. We’re delighted
that this partnership is continuing.”
RaceTech, the outside broadcast and technical services provider to British horseracing is
delighted to have extended its Outside Broadcast (OB) and raceday services partnership with
Chelmsford City Racecourse for a further five years.
A new all-inclusive agreement incorporates the full OB provision along with essential race day
services. Notably included in this agreement is the addition of a secondary branded
Racecourse TV output, supplementary to the main Racecourse TV output, focusing on
additional data and away racing. One other significant inclusion is the provision of a remotely
controlled Pan, Tilt, Zoom (PTZ) camera covering the horses parading in the paddock and the
post-race presentations, greatly enhancing the on-course customer experience.
Raceday integrity services such as starting stalls, public address and photo finish form an
important part of the Chelmsford City Racecourse new contract which runs up until October
2029.
John Bozza Chief Executive at RaceTech said, “We have enjoyed working with Chelmsford City
Racecourse for many years and are delighted to have renewed and expanded our partnership
in a new contract. The inclusion of the second Racecourse TV channel and the introduction of
remote camera systems is a meaningful step forward. We look forward to another five years
working with and supporting one of the busiest courses in the country.”
Neil Graham, Racecourse Director, at Chelmsford said, “We are delighted to continue our
relationship with RaceTech and look forward to developing, in particular, the new data and
away racing output. At Chelmsford City Racecourse, we are constantly striving to improve our
product for our customers and trust that these new innovations will keep the racecourse at
the forefront of British racing.”
RaceTech, the outside broadcast and technical services provider to British horseracing is
delighted to have further extended its existing services partnership with Goodwood
Racecourse taking it up to the end of 2029. Goodwood Racecourse is home to the Qatar
Goodwood Festival and hosts top quality flat race meetings throughout the summer season.
RaceTech service agreements are tailored to suit, supplying essential and supplementary
raceday services, such as the provision of photo finish, video brochures, starting stalls, race
timing, public address and racecourse TV production. The service agreements also cover the
provision of goods and services outside of a raceday supporting racecourse upgrades and
projects.
John Bozza, Chief Executive at RaceTech said, “We are delighted to extend our agreement
with Goodwood Racecourse. We enjoy excellent relationships with the Goodwood team
across all levels and working with them to enhance their customer experience with latest
technology at this beautiful and unique venue.”
James Crespi Racecourse Director at Goodwood Racecourse said, “We are delighted to extend
our existing agreement with RaceTech for 10 years, taking us up to the end of 2029. As our
long-term partnership continues, we look forward to delivering the highest quality product
together.”
RaceTech, the outside broadcast and technical service provider to British horseracing, is delighted to have signed a new long-term service agreement with Newbury Racecourse, the Berkshire track which plays host to 31 year-round fixtures – both jumps and Flat – including the Coral Gold Cup and Group 1 Lockinge Stakes.
The new partnership agreement runs for five years covering public address, photo finish, starting stalls service and race timing. RaceTech provides racecourse TV for all meetings along with TV racecards, silks data service, enhanced graphics, and technical support. RaceTech will also continue providing the Newbury international world clean feed for Lockinge Day and several existing enhancements such as the popular touch screen replay service situated in the prestigious Newbury Racecourse Owners’ and Trainers’ suite.
John Bozza RaceTech CEO said, “We are delighted to have extended our partnership with Newbury Racecourse which hosts quality racing and entertainment throughout the year. As well as providing first class integrity provision, we have enjoyed a productive long-term working relationship with their teams using and developing the latest technology to ensure they can provide the best customer experience across the site.”
Dave Bates, Newbury Racecourse’s IT Director said, ‘’We’ve enjoyed a long and fruitful partnership with RaceTech and it’s pleasing to be able to extend this for another five years. We’re always keen to ensure we’re offering our racegoers and those enjoying the action from Newbury and around the world the very best product and our work with RaceTech helps deliver just that.’’
RaceTech is proud to announce a new long-term partnership agreement with Chester Racecourse and
its sister track Bangor-On-Dee.
Chester Racecourse is the oldest operational racecourse in the World, staging the Boodles May
Festival, home to many prestigious races, including the Chester Vase, Cheshire Oaks and the Chester
Cup. Bangor-On-Dee, meanwhile, is North Wales’ only racecourse and stages jumps racing all-year
round.
The new partnership spans five years covering all outside broadcast requirements, racecourse TV
(RCTV) and media services. Also included is the provision of raceday integrity services such as photo
finish, race timing and starting stalls.
RaceTech CEO John Bozza expressed his delight at the new signing saying, “We are very pleased to
extend our long association with both courses. Chester is a stunning and unique racecourse hosting
many quality days on the famous Roodee and Bangor-On-Dee stands out as a year-round jumps track
with its own special charm and characteristics.
“We look forward to using advanced technology and innovation to maximise the quality and content
of their outside broadcasts and providing enhanced RCTV production to benefit audience
communication and interaction.”
Steve Davies, Chief Operating Officer at Chester Race Company, which owns both racecourses, said:
“We are really pleased to have signed a new long-term contract with RaceTech to provide their
broadcast expertise and deliver essential raceday services to Chester and Bangor-On-Dee. RaceTech
continue to innovate in the industry, and we are looking forward to maximising the benefits of their
technology and coverage to continue showcasing our amazing racecourses and enhancing the oncourse
experience for all our guests.”
For further information please contact:
Kate Hills
Head of Public Relations, RaceTech
Email khills@racetech.co.uk
T: 07813 947201
RaceTech and Ascot Racecourse (ARL) are delighted to announce a renewed long-term partnership
covering an extensive range of services at the world-famous Berkshire course.
The new agreement which starts immediately, will see RaceTech continue to provide full outside
broadcast facilities, integrity coverage, in-house programming and other essential racecourse services
such as photo finish, race timing and the starting stalls operation. The newly signed extension, which
flows through to 2027, also encompasses RaceTech’s provision of additional OB resource to produce
separate upgraded Ascot broadcast productions for fixtures including the five-day Royal Ascot
meeting in June.
John Bozza, RaceTech CEO, said: “We are extremely pleased to have secured this recent extension
with Ascot Racecourse and everyone at RaceTech is proud of the excellent relationship we have
developed, having worked together for many years.
“We look forward to supporting this next contract cycle and building on our reputation as the technical
service provider of choice for UK racing with innovation very much at the forefront.”
Felicity Barnard, Commercial Director and Deputy CEO, Ascot Racecourse, said: “RaceTech have been,
are and will continue to be a key partner in bringing Ascot programming to millions around the world.
We are delighted to renew and extend our long-term partnership and look forward to collectively
bringing industry leading broadcasts to our global audience.”