AV specialist Electrosonic has acquired Global Immersion, a designer of high performance digital immersive theater attractions.

The deal, completed yesterday (10 December) will allow Electrosonic to offer digital immersive solutions across the theme park, museum, giant screen cinema and planetarium markets.

Jim Bowie, president of Electrosonic Group, said the deal was a significant strategic move for both companies.

He said: "As a single operation, we will service an even broader range of markets, bringing further innovation and an expanded offering to our customers.

"Our goal to attract and develop the best industry talent has been one of the drivers of the acquisition. Together we will lead by consolidating our strengths and delivering the best visual systems in the world."

Founded in 2007, Global Immersion's project portfolio includes the California Academy of Sciences, Adler Planetarium, Moscow Planetarium, Swedish Museum of Natural History, Peoria Riverfront Museum and Reuben H. Fleet Science Center.

Martin Howe, CEO of Global Immersion said: "This transaction allows us to further expand our activities and develop our product and service offering, opening up new doors and bringing with it many synergies.

"The planetarium and giant screen markets are undergoing significant change as the digital revolution pace quickens.

"Electrosonic offers a range of benefits that our customers can immediately enjoy. Its international reach and broad technical expertise and capacity mean that we can more cost-effectively service a wider range of customers in more locations, while building upon our shared reputation for quality, performance and support."