RT Motion Systems sold to Vitec Group

The Vitec Group has acquired UK film camera equipment manufacturer RT Motion Systems, in a deal managed by Initium.

Stroud-based RT Motion Systems (RTM) designs and manufactures some of the world’s leading wireless lens control systems, used to make films and series including Planet Earth 2 and Pirates of the Caribbean.

RTM was founded in 2009 by director of photography Kris Bird, steadicam operator Jamie Mullaney and writer/director Kerry Mullaney, after discovering a lack of innovative and affordable options in the marketplace.

The Vitec Group is an award-winning designer, manufacturer and supplier of equipment and services to the broadcasting, entertainment and photographic industries, with operations in 10 countries and c£400m annual global revenue.

Wireless lens control has rapidly become an indispensable tool for camera departments shooting in fast-paced environments, and RTM’s product range is considered to be at the cutting edge of the industry.