EVS Acquires XD Motion

EVS has announced the acquisition of XD motion, a French company renowned for its innovative control systems that enable secure outdoor Media Production Robotics experiences and provide reliable control of indoor robotic arms.

The transaction is scheduled to close on October 1st, 2025, contributing to group results starting in Q4 2025. This acquisition is in line with EVS's mission to enhance the return on emotion for its customers.

EVS creates a new solution named T-Motion, integrating Telemetrics and XD motion. The addition of XD motion reinforces the position of EVS in Media Production Robotics. By uniting decades of innovation and expertise from both companies in the USA and in France, T-Motion will deliver a comprehensive and future-ready portfolio. Positioned alongside LiveCeption, MediaCeption, and MediaInfra within the EVS ecosystem, T-Motion introduces a new category of intelligent, integrated tools designed to help customers consistently capture the most compelling live video images whether in the studio or on the field. This strategic move significantly strengthens EVS's capabilities and reinforces its commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology that enhances live storytelling and operational reliability and efficiency.

Founded in 2011, XD motion has carved out a unique position in the broadcast and cinematography industries with its expertise in aerial filming and multi-dimensional tracking. From helicopters and planes to cable cams, robotic arms, and drones, the company has delivered breathtaking live video images for some of the world’s most prestigious events including the Olympics.

In recent years, XD motion has evolved beyond service delivery, launching innovative products like ARCAM IO.BOT to bring its gyro-stabilized technology to a broader market. This transformation from a service-centric model to a product-driven approach reflected the company’s commitment to scalable innovation. XD motion generates an annual revenue of approximately EUR 4 million. The transaction represents an enterprise value of EUR 3+ million plus potential earnout.

As part of EVS T-Motion, XD motion's services will continue to support major live events already covered by EVS. At the same time, T-Motion will increasingly empower Live Service Providers to expand their own service offerings by integrating T-Motion’s outdoor robotics technology. Several Live Service Providers have already expressed strong interest in adopting these solutions to enhance their event operations and diversify their service portfolios.

Benoit Dentan, CEO and founder of XD motion, stated: "XD motion has already begun its transformation from a service-based company to a product-driven innovator, as demonstrated by key deployments across the U.S. and Western Europe. Joining forces with EVS and merging with Telemetrics under the T-Motion banner is a natural next step in our journey. I’m thrilled to be part of this new chapter, where we combine our strengths to create a global leader in live broadcast robotics. Together, we’ll deliver smarter, more dynamic solutions that empower customers to elevate their productions and unlock new creative possibilities."

The creation of T-Motion is a catalyst for innovation across the entire EVS portfolio. By combining the deep media production robotics expertise of Telemetrics and XD motion with EVS's proven strengths in live production, we’re unlocking new possibilities for our customers and channel partners.

EVS will continue to invest in R&D to seamlessly integrate T-Motion solutions with our existing platforms, including Cerebrum, the Flexible Control Room concept and other solutions. This integration will empower customers to elevate their productions with smarter automation, enhanced precision, and greater creative freedom, all while optimizing costs.

The synergy is particularly powerful when combining premium hardware with EVS’s strong AI expertise and development capabilities. This fusion will enable customers to consistently capture live video images that were previously out of reach, shifting the value of T-Motion solutions toward intelligent, software-driven workflows.
With EVS’s global footprint, T-Motion will also benefit from expanded service capabilities, including the progressive rollout of 24/7 support where needed, ensuring our customers are backed by world-class expertise, anytime and anywhere.

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