Gravity Media and Supercars Media Unite for Repco Bathurst 12
Revving Up
Experience the thrill of the Repco Bathurst 12 Hour with Gravity Media Australia and Supercars Media, delivering an unparalleled TV spectacle
Gravity Media Australia and Supercars Media have announced their collaboration to deliver the most extensive television production ever for the Repco Bathurst 12 Hour, marking the ninth consecutive year of their partnership.
The Repco Bathurst 12 Hour, set to take place at the iconic Mount Panorama from February 16-18, will feature world-class brands such as Audi, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, Lamborghini, and McLaren. Gravity Media Australia and Supercars Media aim to capture every thrilling moment of this renowned endurance race, utilising cutting-edge technology and a crew of over 120 professionals.
The collaboration includes more than 140 in-car cameras, 37 television cameras strategically positioned on and around the track, embedded in concrete kerbs and walls, and state-of-the-art high-definition outside broadcast facilities. The extensive setup spans 24 kilometers of broadcast cable, ensuring comprehensive coverage for viewers on Fox Sports, Kayo, the Seven Network, and 7plus.
This year’s Repco Bathurst 12 Hour will not only be showcased across Australia but will also reach a global audience. The event will be broadcast on Sky Sports NZ and streamed worldwide on YouTube through SRO’s “GT World” platform and other international streaming partners. Radio Show Ltd, home of Radio Le Mans, will carry the international video and audio feed coverage.
Ben Madgwick, Director of Media Services and Facilities at Gravity Media, expressed enthusiasm about the ongoing partnership with Supercars Media, stating, “Gravity Media values its partnership with Supercars Media. We look forward to once again be working closely with Supercars Media in creating and delivering the Australian and global television coverage of the Bathurst 12 Hour.”
Nathan Prendergast, Head of Broadcast at Supercars Media, highlighted the significance of the collaboration, stating, “The Bathurst 12 Hour is one of the most thrilling races in the world and features the best GT teams and drivers on Earth battling it out around our beloved Mount Panorama.”
In addition to their efforts for the Repco Bathurst 12 Hour, Gravity Media Australia has an extensive history of collaboration with Supercars Media, contributing to the television production of the Repco Bathurst 1000 and each round in the Repco Supercars Championship. This includes their specialised in-car camera technologies, a recognised specialty of Gravity Media Australia.
As the race unfolds at Mount Panorama, viewers can expect to be immersed in the high-octane action, thanks to Gravity Media Australia and Supercars Media’s expertise and dedication to delivering unparalleled coverage.
For more information on Gravity Media Australia, visit gravitymedia.com.
