Image from Kiss Concert 2021, Dubai

Power in tough conditions for record breaking concert

Powering a record-breaking, rock ‘n’ roll New Year’s Eve concert

  • The Challenge

    Overcome COVID, tight deadlines and logistics so stage could be set

  • The Solution

    Modular equipment, extensive expertise and sheer hard work

  • The Impact

    Rock icons put on a record-breaking show to welcome 2021

Client:World-class resort and hotel

Location:Dubai, UAE

Sectors:Events

The Challenge

Overcome COVID, tight deadlines and logistics so stage could be set

2020 has been a tough year on us all and at Atlantis, The Palm Hotel and resort in Dubai, there were big plans to see in a fresh new year – in spectacular fashion.

Legendary rock band, Kiss, were on their farewell tour and part of this would be a record-breaking show on New Year’s Eve at Atlantis, The Palm Hotel and resort. Combining the luxurious environment with an unforgettable music spectacle, this event would be the perfect way to bid sayonara to 2020.

These were big ideas but to bring them to life would be a little tricky. Firstly, COVID had all-but shut down events across the world on all scales, and to ensure full safety for those in attendance and working on site would be a big logistical task.

Then there was the site itself. Sand everywhere would be harder to get things in place at the same speed. And time was of the essence – after all, you can’t delay New Year’s Eve…

18 FloorsHeight of lighting to power
7 RequirementsIncluding lighting and pyrotechnics
24 HoursLength of time between COVID tests
4 DaysTo test the stage
2,780 kVATotal power for concert

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