Panasonic Projector & Display Acquires UK Media Server Firm Hive Media Control
The acquisition signals Panasonic's push beyond hardware manufacturing into integrated content playback and control solutions, while keeping HIVE's vendor-neutral positioning intact.
Reporting from 1 sources: ASCII.jp.
Panasonic Projector & Display Co., Ltd. has acquired 100% of the issued shares of UK-based media server developer Hive Media Control Ltd. The acquisition aims to strengthen Panasonic's proposals covering video equipment as well as content playback, control, design, installation, and operation. HIVE will continue operating under its own brand, maintaining a vendor-neutral stance.
Panasonic Projector & Display Co., Ltd. has taken full ownership of UK media server developer Hive Media Control Ltd., acquiring all issued shares. The move extends Panasonic's reach from projector and display hardware into the software and services layer of content playback, control, design, installation, and operation. HIVE will keep its brand and vendor-neutral approach, continuing to serve existing customers and partners. Panasonic said it will support HIVE's growth while respecting the company's independence. The deal was announced on May 19, 2026.
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