The outside broadcast vehicle, named in memory of former colleague Mark Thomas, features 14 operational positions and a second production control room
Gravity Media has unveiled its latest outside broadcast truck, MT501, which it describes as a “highly flexible and scalable production vehicle designed to support the evolving needs of live sports and entertainment broadcasting”.
The vehicle made its debut at the 2026 Betfred World Matchplay in Blackpool as part of Sky Sports’ live Professional Darts Corporation coverage.
The MT in the name of the truck is in memory of Gravity Media’s former colleague Mark Thomas, recognising his significant contribution to the business and the UK broadcast industry.
The vehicle was developed in close collaboration with clients to enable broadcasters to configure the vehicle for a wide range of workflows, supporting everything from major sporting events to live entertainment productions as operational requirements continue to evolve.
It was designed and fully integrated by Gravity Media’s in-house Systems Integration team, MT501 and features 14 operational positions, including edit facilities, a large EVS area and a spacious two-row production gallery.
The vehicle also has a fully connected second production control room, which is currently being used by Sky Sports for edits and space for facilitating a training environment during its darts coverage.
The space provides next generation talent with a fully-operational, real-time simulation space, enabling them to learn, develop and gain confidence within an authentic broadcast workflow.
During the recent Isle of Wight Festival, the truck worked alongside Gravity Media’s NOVA 109 production unit, housing the EVS operation, main stage gallery and compliance functions, highlighting its ability to adapt to a wide range of live events.
Angela Gibbons, UK Sales Director, said: “Launching MT501 is a significant milestone for Gravity Media, particularly as it becomes the first vehicle to carry our new branding. The truck reflects our collaborative approach to working with clients, listening to their evolving production requirements and delivering flexible solutions that support the way they work today while preparing for the future; whether that’s creating space for facilitating training, adapting workflows for different events or providing production spaces that can be configured for multiple uses, MT501 has been designed to evolve alongside our clients.
“We’ve enjoyed a long and successful partnership supporting Sky Sports’ darts coverage, so it’s especially fitting that MT501 begins its journey at the Betfred World Matchplay in Blackpool, and we’re equally proud that the truck honours the memory of our colleague Mark Thomas, whose contribution to the business continues to be recognised through this vehicle.”
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