Barco

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Barco, also known as Barco NV, is a publicly owned technology company headquartered in Belgium. Founded in 1934, the company employs approximately 4040 individuals and reported $1.1B in revenue as of 2025. Functioning within the technology, information, and media sectors, Barco designs and develops visualization products for Entertainment, Enterprise, and Healthcare.

2025 Revenue

Founded

1934

Headcount

4,036

Headquarters

Belgium

Primary Segment

Technology, Information and Media

Ownership

Publicly Owned

Deployments

News Summary:

Barco announced on March 18, 2026, its acquisition of VerVent Audio Holding, the parent company of French studio monitor and headphone manufacturer Focal and British Hi-Fi manufacturer Naim Audio. This strategic move aligns with Barco's plans to expand into becoming a fully integrated audiovisual solutions provider. Previously, on March 17, Barco reached an agreement in principle to acquire 100% of the shares of the French-British premium audio company, which designs and manufactures high-end audio systems under the Focal and Naim brands. Proskauer advised the VerVent Group and its majority shareholder, Alpha Private Equity, on the sale of the share capital. Also on March 17, Prasad’s Multiplex in Hyderabad unveiled a new HDR screen powered by Barco technology, upgrading its cinema experience.

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Barco offers 10 products in the pro AV industry. Barco's product portfolio comprises of digital signage and professional display, pro AV controls and infrastructure and pro AV audio and conferencing.

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Barco's revenues were $1.1B in 2025. Caretta Research has split Barco's revenue into 7 different product categories.

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Mar

27th

2026

06:32

Partnerships and Alliances, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Enabling strong ecosystems and partnerships

Priyanka Kumar who leads regional marketing initiatives across the Middle East, India, and ANZ for Barco, has worked closely with global technology alliances, distributors, and enterprise customers to drive adoption of modern workplace solutions. She believes that collaboration, adaptability, and strong industry partnerships are key to shaping the future of work.

CXO DX

Mar

24th

2026

18:30

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Barco’s smart integrated reading room solution empowers precision medicine system of Ezhou Central Hospital

Ezhou Central Hospital is a Class III Grade A comprehensive hospital integrating healthcare, teaching, and research in southeastern Hubei Province, China. Guided by its mission of “Virtue, learning, professionalism, and innovation”, the hospital is committed to providing compassionate and high-quality healthcare services.

Barco

Mar

24th

2026

08:44

Prasads Multiplex Launches PCX HDR by Barco Auditorium with Large HDR Screen in Hyderabad

Prasads Multiplex has announced the launch of a new auditorium featuring PCX HDR by Barco, a technology-led upgrade designed to enhance the cinema viewing experience through improved brightness, contrast, and sound. Located within the multiplex in Hyderabad, the renovated auditorium includes one of India’s largest HDR cinema screens.

Local Samosa

Mar

24th

2026

00:58

Capital Investment, Artificial Intelligence

Spring News Digest

As we reflect on the stories shaping the audio, music, broadcast and film technology sectors this month, one thing stands out: the continued resilience and creativity across the industry. Despite ongoing challenges for international businesses, new products are launching, partnerships are strengthening, and organisations are continuing to invest in people, ideas and innovation.

Interfacio

Mar

23rd

2026

10:30

New Offerings

Prasads Multiplex launches PCX HDR by Barco premium screen in Hyderabad

Prasads Multiplex in Hyderabad has introduced PCX HDR by Barco, a premium auditorium featuring India’s largest HDR cinema screens and a Barco 4K Laser HDR projector. The refurbished 390-seat hall offers improved visuals, acoustics and seating for an enhanced movie experience.

Telangana Today

Mar

23rd

2026

10:25

B2B Tag

Barco to acquire VerVent Audio Holding

An Steegen, CEO of Barco, comments: “Today marks an important step in Barco’s ambition to shape the future of immersive audiovisual experiences. By welcoming VerVent and its iconic Focal and Naim brands into the Barco family, we accelerate our strategy to deliver fully integrated solutions where image and sound reinforce each other seamlessly.

Svconline

Mar

23rd

2026

09:06

New Offerings, Emerging Tech

Prasads Multiplex in Hyderabad Installs HDR by Barco

The Prasads Multiplex in Hyderabad, one of India’s most iconic cinema exhibition venues, has introduced a new premium theatrical experience with the launch of PCX HDR by Barco, a technologically upgraded auditorium designed to deliver enhanced brightness, contrast, and immersive sound for moviegoers.

Digital Cinema Report

Mar

18th

2026

15:12

B2B Tag

Barco Acquires Focal, Naim Audio

Kortrijk, Belgium (March 18, 2026)—Barco has announced it will acquire VerVent Audio Holding, the parent company of French studio monitor and headphone manufacturer Focal and British Hi-Fi manufacturer Naim Audio. The move is in line with Barco’s plans to expand into becoming a fully integrated audiovisual solutions provider.

Mixonline

Mar

17th

2026

18:30

B2B Tag

Barco Acquires VerVent Audio Group from Alpha Private Equity – Global Legal Chronicle

Proskauer has advised the VerVent Group and its majority shareholder, Alpha Private Equity.An agreement has been signed for the sale of 100% of the share capital…

Global Legal Chronicle

Mar

17th

2026

06:57

B2B Tag

Pro AV Acquisition News: Barco Adds High-End Audio Firm VerVent

Barco has reached an agreement in principle to acquire 100% of the shares of French-British premium audio company VerVent Audio Holding. The company, which is based in Saint-Étienne, designs and manufactures high-end audio systems under the Focal and Naim brands.

AVNetwork

Mar

17th

2026

04:46

Emerging Tech

Prasad’s Multiplex Unveils New HDR Screen with Barco Technology

- Advertisement - Prasad’s Multiplex is bringing a state-of-the-art HDR screen powered by Barco technology, marking a major upgrade for Hyderabad’s cinema experience. The iconic theater, a favorite among Telugu cinema enthusiasts, is set to reopen its renovated Screen 4 with cutting-edge projection capabilities.

Tracktollywood

Mar

16th

2026

18:30

Events, Emerging Tech

CinemaCon 2026

Discover LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES, UNLIMITED EXPERIENCES at this year’s CinemaCon. From featured film playback to streaming the Barco mFusion ICMP‑XS empowers you to create experiences that go far beyond the traditional cinema screen. Visit the Barco booth for cutting-edge laser solutions and daily HDR-powered demonstrations. We look forward to welcoming you and showing how Barco can elevate every kind of cinematic experience.

Barco

Barco's customers primarily consist of generative AI and telecoms companies. Examples of Barco's customers include MEO, Microsoft and Nanyang Technological University Singapore.