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(London, UK; 2nd September 2024) Drylab Media Tech (“Drylab”), a leading film and TV production SaaS platform, is proud to announce a new distribution partnership with ABL Films, a prominent film production and post-production company based in Cyprus. ABL will distribute Drylab’s products and services to Cyprus, Greece, Lebanon, UAE and Saudi Arabia.

This collaboration broadens Drylab's global footprint, extending its presence to 28 countries worldwide. ABL Films, established in 1991, is a key player in the film industry, not only in Cyprus but also across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe, where they serve a diverse portfolio of clients. Known for their innovation and excellence, ABL Films has delivered cutting-edge services in VFX, 3D and 2D animation, and advanced motion control technology. This partnership allows Drylab to tap into ABL Films’ extensive client network across these territories, unlocking new opportunities for market expansion and sales growth.

Marc Srour is the tech lead at ABL Films, responsible for identifying, developing, and integrating new technologies into ABL Films' toolset. As both a DIT and a Bolt and Phantom operator, he is keenly aware of the needs of film crews and the bottlenecks in production pipelines. Whether through hardware or software, his goal is to make productions run seamlessly while maintaining maximum creative freedom for film crews at all levels of production.

John Mahtani, CEO of Drylab Media Tech, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome ABL Films into our expanding global network of partners. Their strong presence in key markets, coupled with their industry expertise, makes them an ideal partner for introducing Drylab’s revolutionary production tools to a wider audience. Together, we aim to set new standards in efficiency and innovation, furthering our mission to support filmmakers worldwide."

Marc Srour, Tech Lead at ABL Films, added: “Drylab's On-Set Production Tool and Dailies Distribution Platform is an incredibly valuable asset for large-scale international projects. We anticipate that such projects will be the next significant step for Cyprus's film industry, and we are excited to support their development. Drylab's technology addresses a critical efficiency challenge in international production management, making it an excellent tool for any production looking to film in Cyprus.”

Enquiries

• Drylab Media Tech c/o +44 20 7618 9100

• John Mahtani, Chief Executive Officer

• Celia Li, Chief Marketing Officer

• Grace Church Group +44 20 7618 9100:

• Harry Chathli, Claire Norbury

About Drylab

Drylab is a next generation on-set production tool and dailies distribution platform, utilising cutting edge technology to enhance the production process from script to screen. The powerful metadata engine enables efficient, accurate and effective retrieval of captured media both on-set, at the office and in remote locations. Developed by filmmakers for filmmakers. Further information is available at https://www.drylab.io/.

About ABL Films

ABL Films, founded in 1991 and based in Cyprus, is a leading film production and post-production company with a strong presence across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. Renowned for their innovation and commitment to excellence, ABL Films offers a range of services including VFX, 3D and 2D animation, and high-end motion control technology, serving a prestigious clientele across various territories. Further information is available at www.ablfilms.com