Atomos has announced the acquisition of Flanders Scientific, one of the “most respected names in professional reference monitoring”.
“This strategic move reinforces Atomos’ long-term commitment to precision monitoring across the entire production pipeline, from on-camera capture through to final colour grading and delivery,” the organisation said.
“By bringing Flanders Scientific into the Atomos group, the company combines world class expertise in colour science and reference display technology with Atomos’ global reach, product innovation, and connected ecosystem.
“The acquisition positions Atomos to deliver a more complete and integrated monitoring solution for filmmakers, broadcasters, and content creators worldwide.”
Atomos has already established a broad monitoring portfolio spanning multiple stages of production.
This includes on-camera monitoring with the Shinobi range and the Ninja family of monitor-recorders, on-set monitoring with the Sumo range, and rack-mounted solutions for broadcast and corporate workflows with the Shogun AV line.
In addition, the previously announced Studio Pro line will complement Atomos’ growing reference monitoring capabilities later this year.
With the addition of Flanders Scientific, Atomos now spans the full spectrum of monitoring, from on-camera, on-set and live production through to post-production and final delivery.
Flanders Scientific will continue to operate as a distinct brand within the Atomos family – there will be no change to its product philosophy, engineering approach, or the “high standards that professionals rely on”.
Customers can expect continued delivery of the same “trusted accuracy, consistency, and performance that defines FSI”.
Peter Barber, chief executive officer of Atomos, said: “We are incredibly proud to welcome the Flanders Scientific team into Atomos. They have built a reputation for absolute precision and trust in reference monitoring, and that aligns perfectly with where we are taking the Atomos business.
“This acquisition strengthens our commitment to monitoring at every level, from on-camera through to final delivery, while also accelerating our ability to support the highest tier of professional production and post-production workflows.
“By combining FSI’s expertise with our global scale and innovation, we are creating something truly unique for the industry.
“Just as importantly, we are committed to preserving what makes Flanders Scientific special. The brand, the philosophy, and the engineering approach will remain unchanged, while gaining the support and reach of the broader Atomos organisation.”
