Held at the iconic Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, the 12th ADIPEC Awards celebrated excellence and innovation across the global energy sector.

Hosted by ADNOC, the event required a premium audio, video and lighting solution that reflected the prestige of one of the industry's most significant awards programmes.

Evolution Technical was appointed to deliver the complete technical solution, combining large-format LED displays, professional audio systems, architectural lighting and advanced signal control to support the awards ceremony, gala dinner and live entertainment throughout the evening.

The Challenge

Delivering technical production for a prestigious awards ceremony demanded a seamless integration of multiple AVL systems within one of the UAE's most prestigious venues.

The production required high-resolution LED Screens for branded content, sponsor media and award sequences, alongside premium audio reinforcement for speeches, video playback and live entertainment. Lighting needed to enhance the stage environment while complementing the elegance of the ballroom, and every technical system had to operate reliably through a centralised network infrastructure.

Achieving flawless synchronisation across video, lighting, audio and control systems was essential to maintaining the pace and quality of the live event.

The Solution

Evolution Technical designed and delivered a fully integrated AVL solution centred around a large-format indoor LED display, driven by Watchout media servers to manage branded content, sponsor assets, presentations and seamless show transitions.

The stage environment was enhanced using Astera Titan Tubes, Astera AX5 fixtures, Robe moving lights and Chauvet fixtures. Custom RGBWW LED cove lighting was integrated into the stage stairs, while LED beam fixtures surrounding the podium added depth and visual impact throughout the ceremony. Lighting control was managed through a GrandMA lighting system, providing precise programming and show execution.

Audio reinforcement was delivered using an L-Acoustics KARA line array system with SB18 subwoofers, complemented by X12 front fills and stage monitors, all powered by LA12X amplifiers. A Yamaha QL5 digital mixing console with RIO stage boxes ensured clear, balanced audio for award presentations, speeches, multimedia playback and live performances.

To provide reliable system integration, all AVL components were networked through a centralized Luminex infrastructure supporting Dante, Art-Net and AVB protocols. Redundant signal paths and real-time system monitoring ensured dependable performance throughout the event.

The main PA and lighting systems were supported by Litec truss structures, providing clean sightlines and robust structural support while complementing the venue's elegant ballroom environment.

Delivery Highlights 

• Complete AVL production
• Large-format indoor LED display
• Watchout media server programming
• L-Acoustics KARA line array system
• SB18 subwoofers and X12 front fills
• Yamaha QL5 digital audio console
• Yamaha RIO stage boxes
• Astera Titan Tubes and AX5 lighting
• Robe and Chauvet performance lighting
• RGBWW LED stage cove lighting
• GrandMA lighting control
• Luminex network infrastructure
• Dante, Art-Net and AVB system integration
• Litec truss support structures
• Technical installation, programming and show operation

Outcome

The completed production delivered a seamless awards experience that matched the prestige of the ADIPEC Awards, combining exceptional audio quality, immersive lighting and dynamic visual presentation throughout the ceremony and gala dinner.

By integrating advanced AVL technologies with a resilient network infrastructure and precision show control, Evolution Technical delivered a technically sophisticated production that celebrated industry achievement while providing a memorable experience for delegates, award winners and distinguished guests.

Project Ecosystem

Client:

ADNOC

Venue

Emirates Palace

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Evolution Technical:

Technical Production • Audio Systems • Video Systems • LED Displays • Lighting Design • Media Server Programming • Networked Show Control • Signal Distribution • Technical Installation & Show Operation

Evolution Scenic:

Stage and pre-function build

Evolution Site Services:

Power distribution

Bringing together key voices from government and industry, the Make it in the Emirates Forum showcased the UAE's vision for manufacturing, investment and industrial growth at the ADNOC Energy Center.

Supporting the event required more than a traditional conference setup. Evolution was responsible for connecting two independent venues through a unified audiovisual and control system, enabling presentations, discussions and live content to flow seamlessly throughout the forum.

The Challenge

Unlike a conventional conference, the forum relied on two independently operating venues that needed to function as one coordinated event. Existing venue infrastructure had to be integrated with temporary AVL systems without disrupting ongoing operations, while maintaining consistent performance across both locations.

The production also required centralised control over audio, lighting and video, allowing technical teams to monitor system performance, manage live content and make real-time adjustments from a single front-of-house position. Achieving this level of integration while maintaining reliability throughout a live programme demanded careful planning and robust network architecture.

The Solution

Rather than replacing the venue's existing infrastructure, Evolution built upon it, combining in-house systems with additional production technology to create a unified technical environment. Professional audio, lighting, media playback and networking were connected through a central control platform, enabling both venues to operate seamlessly while retaining independent functionality where required.

A resilient networking backbone allowed production teams to distribute signals, monitor system health and coordinate operations across both spaces, ensuring every presentation, discussion and content cue was delivered accurately throughout the event.

Delivery Highlights 

• Integrated existing AVL infrastructure across the Main Auditorium and Ghasha Hall.
• Connected venue audio systems through Yamaha digital consoles and redundant Dante networking.
• Deployed L-Acoustics audio systems to complement existing venue coverage.
• Supplied Shure wireless microphone systems for presenters and panel discussions.
• Enhanced venue lighting using ROBE, Astera and Chauvet fixtures.
• Managed lighting control via Full Boar 4 and Road Hog lighting consoles.
• Delivered video control using a BARCO E2 Gen2 system and Ventuz media servers.
• Connected all AVL systems through a centralised Luminex network supporting AVB, Dante and Art-Net protocols.
• Enabled real-time monitoring, redundant signal routing and centralised front-of-house control.
• Provided complete technical management and on-site operational support throughout the forum.

Outcome

By bringing together permanent venue infrastructure and temporary production systems, the forum operated as a unified event across two independent spaces. Presentations, panel discussions and multimedia content were delivered consistently, while production teams maintained complete visibility and control over every technical system.

The project demonstrated Evolution's expertise in integrating complex venue infrastructure into a single production workflow, providing the flexibility, reliability and operational confidence required for a high-profile national forum.

Project Ecosystem

Client:

ADNOC

Evolution Technical:

Integrated the venue's existing AVL infrastructure with additional professional audio, lighting, video, networking and media systems, providing complete technical management and on-site operational support across both event venues.

Evolution Events:

Managed client liaison, production planning and event coordination, ensuring efficient communication between the client, venue teams and technical departments throughout the project.

Evolution Scenic:

Designed and delivered 24+ bespoke exhibition stands, a custom main stage, panel and signing areas, venue-wide branding, and supporting event infrastructure, creating a cohesive and impactful event environment.

Evolution Furniture:

Supplied furniture for presentation stages, panel discussions, delegate seating and hospitality areas, supporting the functional requirements of both venues.

Evolution Site Services:

Supported the production with temporary power distribution and electrical infrastructure where required, ensuring reliable operation of all AVL systems.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi and in partnership with RAKTDA, the Global Citizen Forum brought together world leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, celebrities and changemakers to explore the theme The Future in Motion.

Hosted at Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre, the two-day event combined keynote sessions, panel discussions and immersive presentations before culminating in a prestigious gala dinner. Evolution Technical was appointed to design, supply and deliver the complete audiovisual and technical production, creating a seamless experience across both the conference and evening entertainment.

The Challenge

The Global Citizen Forum required a versatile technical production capable of supporting a diverse programme that transitioned between thought leadership sessions, multimedia presentations and a high-profile gala dinner. The production needed to deliver exceptional audio clarity for keynote speakers, high-resolution visual content for presentations and dynamic lighting that could transform the venue from a professional conference environment into an elegant evening celebration.

With a distinguished international audience of more than 1,000 guests, reliability, precision and seamless transitions between each event format were essential to maintaining the forum's premium experience. 

The Solution

Evolution designed, supplied and delivered a fully integrated audiovisual solution tailored to the forum's evolving programme. Large-format LED displays, premium audio systems and an immersive lighting design worked together to support every stage of the event, from keynote presentations and panel discussions to live entertainment and the gala dinner.

Every system was engineered to provide maximum performance while allowing smooth transitions throughout the two-day programme, ensuring a consistent experience for speakers, performers and attendees alike.

Delivery Highlights 

• Designed, supplied and delivered the complete audiovisual production.
• Installed a large-format indoor LED screen with Watchout media servers for high-resolution content playback.
• Delivered a bespoke lighting design using more than 100 Astera Titan Tubes, ROBE and Chauvet fixtures.
• Programmed and controlled lighting via GrandMA lighting consoles.
• Deployed an L-Acoustics professional audio system with Yamaha digital control over Dante & AES protocols
• Engineered audio coverage for an audience of more than 1,000 delegates.
• Supplied Pioneer DJ equipment and professional performance audio systems for the gala dinner.
• Provided complete on-site technical management and operational support throughout the forum and gala.

Outcome

The technical solution delivered a seamless production that successfully supported every stage of the Global Citizen Forum, from insightful keynote presentations and panel discussions to the prestigious gala dinner and live entertainment.

By integrating professional audio, lighting and video systems into a unified production environment, Evolution helped create an engaging experience that reflected the international stature of the forum while ensuring flawless technical performance throughout the event.

Project Ecosystem

Client:

Global Citizen Forum

Evolution Technical:

Designed, supplied and delivered the complete audiovisual production, including LED displays, professional audio systems, lighting, media servers, DJ equipment and on-site technical management throughout the forum and gala dinner.

Evolution Events:

Led client coordination, stakeholder management, project planning, production management and on-site delivery, ensuring seamless collaboration across all production partners and event teams.

Evolution Scenic:

Designed, fabricated and installed scenic elements, stage branding, presentation backdrops and bespoke scenic features that enhanced the forum and gala environments.

Evolution Furniture:

Supplied and installed furniture solutions for the conference, stage and hospitality areas, supporting both the functional and aesthetic requirements of the event.

Evolution Site Service: 

Provided generators, primary power distribution and secondary distribution boards (DBs), delivering reliable temporary power infrastructure to support all AVL systems throughout the event.

As Expo 2020 Dubai drew to a close, the grand finale unfolded beneath the iconic Al Wasl Dome, combining spectacular lighting, water effects and live performance in one of the world's most watched ceremonies.

Working in collaboration with Aquatique Show, Evolution Technical and Evolution Scenic were appointed to design, engineer and integrate a bespoke LED lighting system for the suspended Expo Ring—a signature scenic element that combined synchronised lighting with choreographed water effects. In addition to the Expo Ring, Evolution delivered several custom-fabricated show props, including an automated Oud burner and an illuminated spacesuit, adding further theatrical moments to the ceremony.

The Challenge

The production required multiple bespoke technical solutions that combined scenic fabrication, electronics, automation and show integration within a live broadcast environment.

The suspended Expo Ring needed to operate reliably above the performance area while remaining lightweight, waterproof and fully controllable through wireless DMX. Every lighting effect had to synchronise seamlessly with the surrounding water choreography and live production.

Alongside the main installation, custom scenic props required integrated lighting, smoke effects and reliable control systems while remaining practical for performers during the live show.

The Solution

Working alongside Aquatique Show, Evolution designed and fabricated a modular Expo Ring consisting of ten individual segments, each engineered with integrated LED panels positioned above and below the structure. Four different-sized RGBW LED rings were incorporated into the design, creating layered lighting effects that complemented the surrounding fountain choreography.

The complete system operated using wireless DMX control powered by high-capacity 24V battery systems, eliminating the need for visible cabling while maintaining complete lighting flexibility. Each segment incorporated a bespoke control box containing DMX-controllable LED decoders, with RDM technology providing real-time fixture verification and reliable system monitoring.

To ensure durability within the water environment, flexible silicone LED profiles protected the lighting elements from moisture, while custom 24-pin military-grade connectors enabled rapid assembly and dependable transmission of power and DMX data. Structural integrity was maintained using engineered hook clamps and secondary safety systems throughout the suspended installation.

Evolution also designed and fabricated a series of bespoke performance props for the ceremony. A custom automated Oud burner incorporated a compact handheld micro-fogger controlled via a bespoke electronic circuit, delivering programmable smoke effects at predetermined intervals. Internal steel scrubbers were integrated to prolong smoke retention and enhance the visual effect, while RGB status indicators provided simple operational feedback.

An illuminated performance spacesuit was also produced, incorporating integrated LED strips and an onboard power supply to create dynamic lighting effects during the live performance.

Together, these custom scenic and technical elements formed an integral part of the closing ceremony's visual storytelling, combining engineering, automation and fabrication into one seamless production.

Delivery Highlights 

• Custom LED integration for the Expo Ring
• Bespoke scenic fabrication
• Wireless DMX lighting control
• Modular ten-segment suspended LED structure
• RGBW LED ring system
• 24V battery-powered lighting system
• Custom electronic control systems
• RDM fixture monitoring
• Military-grade connector integration
• Waterproof LED protection system
• Automated Oud burner with programmable smoke effects
• Custom LED performance spacesuit
• Technical engineering, fabrication and commissioning

Outcome

The completed Expo Ring became one of the defining visual features of the Expo 2020 Dubai Closing Ceremony, seamlessly integrating synchronised LED lighting with the spectacular water show beneath Al Wasl Dome.

The bespoke scenic props—including the automated Oud burner and illuminated spacesuit—added further theatrical impact, demonstrating Evolution's ability to merge engineering, automation and creative fabrication into technically sophisticated live event solutions.

By combining custom electronics, scenic fabrication and specialist show technology, Evolution Technical and Evolution Scenic delivered innovative production elements that contributed to one of the world's most significant live event ceremonies.

Project Ecosystem

Client:

Five Currents LLC

Venue

Al Wasl Dome, Expo 2020 Dubai

Dubai, UAE

Evolution Technical:

LED Systems • Show Control • Wireless DMX • Electronics Engineering • Automation • Technical Integration • Installation & Commissioning

Evolution Scenic:

Giant Gold Ring Fabrication • Integrated Rain Curtain Structure • Water Tank Integration • Gold Finish • Aerial Scenic Installation • Structural Testing • Al Wasl Dome Rigging Coordination