WTS Group Renames Systems Arm and Reveals Expansion

“Since WTS established its systems arm, C2S Systems, in 2009, our customers have benefitted from the close working relationship between our integration and equipment supply teams,” he explained.

“By unifying the name, we want to make all our clients fully aware of the broad range of expertise and services we can offer them – from providing them with a camera battery to building them a state-of-the-art OB truck, and everything in between.”

Mr Murphy continued: “Our experience in engineering the most complex of integration solutions means that we can help our equipment customers to choose the perfect combination of kit to make their workflow seamless.

“And our position as one of the world’s largest suppliers of broadcast equipment means we can source the hardware our systems customers require at the best possible price.”

The premises move, meanwhile, has seen WTS invest over £250k on fit-out and infrastructure at its new systems integration factory. Located around a quarter of a mile from the existing site on the outskirts of Leeds, the custom-fitted facility offers more than 26,000 sq. ft. of workshop and office space.

It will house separate workshops both for WTS’ systems integration services and its OB vehicle coachwork, mechanical engineering, and technical furniture and bespoke rack building services, as well as affording superior office space for planning and operational teams.

Ben Murphy said the move – scheduled for completion in late September – comes as the company’s integrations operation goes from strength to strength.

“As our systems business continues to expand rapidly year on year, we had outgrown our current facility some time ago – and have since secured numerous large OB vehicle contracts,” he said. “Moving premises will allow us to continue to grow our systems operations and meet increasing demand for our services, from both existing customers and new clients,” he explained.

The expansion brings WTS’ combined UK operational floor space to 50,000 sq. ft., making them one of the largest broadcast specialists in Europe. The group is also developing its UK team, with six new personnel added to its London offices and further roles to be created in its Leeds facility.

About C2S Systems
C2S Systems is the Systems Integration business of WTS Group, providing bespoke integration solutions for broadcasters and content producers globally. Specialists in broadcast television & media technology, C2S Systems delivers projects of any size, from studio installations and outside broadcast units, to transmission centres and post-production facilities. C2S Systems also provides independent services including consulting, design, installation and custom fabrication.

About WTS Group
The WTS Group of companies stand as leaders in the film & television technology industry, providing solutions and services that enable the acquisition, manipulation and delivery of all forms of media content. WTS Group brings together the people, products, skills and technologies to bridge the gap between traditional broadcast and a new digital world, setting the standard in the design of bespoke solutions for modern industry challenges. With offices in London, Leeds, Lagos and Hong Kong the WTS Group is truly a global broadcast solutions provider.