MPTS 2026

Bringing Technology and Creativity Together

For more than a decade, MPTS has been the UK’s premier event for the media, production and broadcast industries — the place where technology meets creativity and the industry comes together to shape its future.

Each year, more than 13,000 professionals and 300+ exhibitors attend MPTS to discover new technologies, hear from influential voices and make meaningful industry connections. From pre‑production and post to distribution, audio, VFX and beyond, the show spans the entire content creation and media technology ecosystem.

MPTS is where innovation is explored, ideas are exchanged, and the next chapter of the industry is shaped.

Whether it’s your first visit or you’ve been part of the journey since the beginning, 2026 marks a decade of progress — and a community ready for the next ten years of innovation.

Red Bee Media at MPTS

Red Bee Media is proud to be the Accessibility Partner for MPTS, supporting the event’s commitment to delivering a more inclusive experience — both on site and beyond.

Providing equal access to content is not only a growing international legal requirement, but a defining factor for trusted, global media brands. Red Bee Media enables audiences to enjoy live and recorded content on any platform, through real‑time captioning, translation, signing and audio description.

At MPTS, we’re showcasing how accessibility and innovation can be built into content and workflows from the outset — improving efficiency, compliance and audience experience.

Visit Red Bee Media on Stand J47

Join us on the show floor to meet the Red Bee Media team and experience our technology in action. At our stand, we’ll be demonstrating:

Zero‑latency live captioning and translation
Live streaming and access services
Next‑generation accessibility workflows for broadcasters and streamers

Whether you’re planning for compliance, innovation or growth, our team will be on hand to discuss how accessibility can be seamlessly integrated into your content delivery strategy.

Want dedicated time with our specialist?

Book a meeting with us at stand J47 to talk through your challenges, goals and upcoming projects.

Walk‑In Sessions

Hosted by Red Bee Media

Henley Suites (signposted Red Bee Media)

Away from the exhibition floor, our walk‑in sessions offer space for more in‑depth conversations with the Red Bee Media team. No appointment necessary — simply drop in.

Refreshments available.

13 May | 2:00–3:00pm
14 May | 10:00–11:00am

See Red Bee Media in Action on the MPTS Stage

Red Bee Media is hosting and leading two dedicated on‑stage sessions, bringing our expertise directly to the heart of the event.

Join us live as our specialists share real‑world experience, practical insight and future‑focused thinking on accessibility, regulation and streaming innovation — alongside respected partners and industry voices.

Red Bee Media: On‑Stage Sessions

Streaming & Access Innovation
How Next‑Gen Tech Is Transforming the Audience Experience
Sponsored & presented by Red Bee Media

Wednesday 13 May
Broadcast Tech Theatre | 12:20pm
Duration: 30 minutes

Come and see Red Bee Media’s access and technology experts in action as we lead a discussion on how next‑generation streaming and accessibility technologies are reshaping the audience experience.

This Red Bee Media–led session explores why embedding accessibility throughout the entire workflow — rather than treating it as a late‑stage addition — delivers better outcomes, improved efficiency and greater consistency across platforms.

The panel will also look ahead to the future of personalised, addressable media, including viewer‑controlled features such as closed signing, adaptable positioning and flexible on‑screen elements.

With rapid advances in AI and streaming technologies, this session offers a forward‑looking perspective on how the industry can move towards a more interactive, inclusive and user‑centric future.

Session Chair

Tom Wootton, Head of Access & Solutions, Red Bee Media

Speakers

Hewson Maxwell, Head of Technology Access Services, Red Bee Media
Leia Clancy, Head of Commercial, Signapse

The UK Media Act
What Ofcom’s New Accessibility Rules Mean for Streamers
Sponsored Keynote by Red Bee Media

Wednesday 13 May
Keynote Theatre | 1:30pm
Duration: 45 minutes

Led by Red Bee Media, this sponsored keynote session brings our accessibility experts to the main stage to unpack the real‑world impact of the UK Media Act and Ofcom’s new accessibility requirements for streaming platforms.

The discussion will explain what the new rules mean in practice — from planning and accountability for streamers, to greater confidence and consistency for audiences who rely on accessibility features.

The panel will also draw on broadcaster expertise, with Channel 4 sharing practical experience of delivering accessibility at scale and exceeding regulatory expectations — offering a valuable blueprint for streamers adapting to a more structured framework.

This Red Bee Media‑sponsored keynote will be fully accessible, with an interpreter on stage.

Session Chair