Ventum Tech and Disguise announce strategic GCC partnership
Ventum Tech, a Doha-based system integrator operating across the Middle East and specialising in AV, lighting, immersive technologies, and ELV systems, has announced a strategic partnership with global media and entertainment platform Disguise, focused on expanding real-time content technologies across the GCC region.
Doha-based systems integrator Ventum Tech has announced a strategic partnership with global media technology company Disguise, aimed at accelerating the adoption of real-time content solutions across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The collaboration was officially unveiled during an industry Open House in Doha, held in partnership with Stype, a provider of real-time camera tracking systems.
The event attracted more than 120 curated professionals from the broadcast, design, and creative sectors, including major regional broadcasters such as Al Jazeera TV, beIN Sports and Qatar TV. Attendees experienced live demonstrations of advanced media workflows, including real-time 3D content creation, XR production, and dynamic content management—all powered by Disguise technology and integrated by Ventum Tech.
Speaking about the collaboration, Ben Gunkel, EMEA Broadcast Sales Manager at Disguise, said: 'The Middle East is rapidly embracing immersive content technologies and showing a bold vision. Partnering with Ventum Tech enables us to deliver scalable, real-time solutions that empower regional broadcasters and creatives.'
The Open House marked a milestone in Ventum Tech's mission to bring global-standard technologies to the region.
Tarek Mrad, Managing Partner at Ventum Tech, added: 'This partnership with Disguise is a natural alignment of vision. We're opening up new dimensions for broadcasters, producers, consultants, and designers across the region.'
Over 120 curated attendees — from media, production, and creative sectors — explored how technologies from Disguise and Stype are reshaping storytelling across industries.
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