What SIS LIVE does

SIS LIVE (operating under the trade name NEP Connect) is a UK-headquartered broadcast connectivity and technical production services provider, now functioning as a division within NEP Group, Inc.'s NEP Worldwide Network. Founded in 2008 and based in London, the company delivers hybrid fibre/satellite connectivity infrastructure for live broadcasting, sports, entertainment, music, and corporate events. Its core technology platform centers on the proprietary Anylive® Fibre Network — described as the UK's fastest growing broadcast fibre network — combined with global satellite coverage, SNG/uplink flyaway solutions, and remote (centralized) production capabilities. The company also provides on-location broadband, always-on satellite backup, and disaster recovery services, and operates an extensive fleet of OB trucks, flypacks, studios, LED screen trucks, and projection equipment that is deployed across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas as part of the NEP Worldwide Network.

The business operates a managed-services revenue model delivered through project-based contracts and enterprise sales. Five revenue streams are identified: Broadcast Services (connectivity and transmission for live sports, entertainment, and music events), Live Event Solutions (LED screens, projection, video display, audio, lighting for events from small corporate to global sporting), Corporate Solutions (live streaming, remote connectivity, disaster recovery), Satellite Broadband (usage-based on-location internet), and Outsourced Tailored Solutions (custom technical production support). Go-to-market is sales-led and direct-to-enterprise, targeting broadcast networks, live event organizers, and corporate clients via dedicated account management. Marquee customers include Love Island, Tour de France, Dancing On Ice, the Royal Wedding at St George's Chapel, Rugby World Cup 2015, John Lewis (150th anniversary), McDonald's, and Red Bull. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, consistent with bespoke enterprise service delivery.

The parent NEP Group, Inc. is a US-based private corporation, and SIS LIVE / NEP Connect benefits from the network's combined infrastructure of 1,000+ to 2,000+ employees globally (480+ to 1,100+ technical engineers depending on region), 65-70+ OB trucks, 40+ broadcast flypacks, 17+ studios, and 16,000+ square meters of LED inventory. No standalone revenue, funding rounds, or ownership structure details are publicly disclosed for the SIS LIVE unit itself.

Name

SIS LIVE

Legal name

NEP Group, Inc.

Website

https://sislive.tv

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

SIS LIVE (NEP Connect) is a UK-based broadcast connectivity provider, part of NEP Group's worldwide network, delivering hybrid fibre/satellite connectivity, remote production, and live event technical services to broadcast networks, sports organizers, and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Broadcast Connectivity Services

NAICS

Satellite Telecommunications (517410), Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) (5171), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (5162)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Media Transport & Contribution (SRT/RIST, Satellite/IP, Fiber) (MPAHAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Satellite Video & Media Distribution (DTH, Contribution/Distribution, Occasional Use) (HDAIAJAG), Live Streaming & Webcasting Platforms (BPAMAJAB), Enterprise & Professional Live Streaming Platforms (Webinars/Events) (MPACACAI)

Keywords

• Broadcast connectivity services
• Satellite uplink solutions
• Remote production services
• Live event broadcasting
• Fibre network transmission

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Broadcast Services: Connectivity and transmission services for broadcast clients including OB trucks, flypacks, studio production, and remote production solutions. Revenue generated through project-based contracts and service agreements for live sports, entertainment, and music events.
2. Live Event Solutions: Connectivity services for live events ranging from small corporate events to global sporting events. Includes LED screens, projection, video display, audio, and lighting services.
3. Corporate Solutions: Corporate live streaming, remote connectivity, and disaster recovery services for enterprise clients requiring reliable broadcast and connectivity solutions.
4. Satellite Broadband: On-location broadband services for remote sites requiring reliable internet connectivity during live productions.
5. Outsourced Tailored Solutions: Custom outsourced solutions for broadcast and connectivity needs, providing tailored technical production support.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

SIS LIVE (NEP Connect) provides broadcast connectivity and live event production services to broadcast networks, live event organizers, and corporate clients globally. Its core offerings include the proprietary Anylive® Fibre Network, satellite connectivity solutions, SNG/uplink and flyaway mobile units, remote production services, and live event streaming solutions, delivered through a fleet of OB trucks, flypacks, studios, and LED screen trucks.

Product overview

SIS LIVE (NEP Connect) operates as a broadcasting and connectivity solutions provider offering an integrated portfolio of broadcast services, live event solutions, and corporate connectivity services. The core product suite centers on the Anylive® Fibre Network and Satellite Solutions, complemented by SNG/uplink flyaway capabilities and Remote Production services. The company provides mobile broadcast units (OB trucks), LED screen trucks, and flypack systems for on-location productions. Services are delivered through three main categories: Broadcast Services (fibre/satellite connectivity, uplinks, remote production), Live Event Solutions (streaming, social media distribution, WiFi, payment connectivity), and Corporate Solutions (live streaming, remote connectivity, disaster recovery). The portfolio includes over 65 OB trucks, 40+ broadcast flypack systems, and 17+ studios and control rooms globally as part of the NEP Worldwide Network.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Anylive® Fibre Network The UK's fastest growing broadcast fibre network providing high-bandwidth broadcast connectivity and transmission services across the UK for live broadcasting operations.
• Satellite Solutions Global satellite coverage services providing connectivity for broadcasting operations in remote locations where terrestrial networks are unavailable.
• SNG, Uplinks and Flyaways Satellite News Gathering (SNG) vehicles, UHD/HD uplinks, dual antenna uplinks, and mobile flyaway solutions for on-location broadcast coverage and rapid deployment.
• Remote Production Centralized production services enabling broadcast-quality content creation from remote locations, reducing on-site crew requirements and infrastructure costs.
• Satellite Broadband On-location broadband connectivity service providing reliable internet access at remote event sites for broadcasting and corporate operations.
• Always-on Satellite Backup Redundant satellite connectivity solution providing automatic failover backup for critical broadcast operations to ensure continuous service availability.
• Outsourced Tailored Solutions Customized outsourced connectivity solutions designed to meet specific client requirements for broadcast and corporate communications needs.
• Live Event Solutions Comprehensive connectivity services for live events ranging from small corporate gatherings to global sporting events, providing end-to-end technical support including LED screens, projection, video display, audio, and lighting.
• Live Event Streaming Live streaming services for events enabling real-time broadcast distribution across multiple platforms and channels.
• Social Network Streaming Social media platform streaming capabilities enabling direct broadcast distribution to social networking channels.
• Internet Connectivity & Wifi WiFi and internet connectivity solutions for live events providing reliable bandwidth for production teams, press, and attendees.
• Payment Device Connectivity Secure connectivity solutions for payment processing devices at live events, ensuring reliable transaction processing.
• Corporate Live Streaming Corporate streaming solutions for internal communications including town halls, product launches, and annual results presentations.
• Remote Connectivity Connectivity solutions enabling remote team collaboration and communication for dispersed corporate workforces.
• Disaster Recovery Business continuity solutions providing emergency connectivity infrastructure in case of primary system failures or natural disasters.

Quantifiable outcome

• Global connectivity solutions for premier content producers of live sports, entertainment, music and corporate events

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• NEP Worldwide NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEP Connect is an integral part of the NEP Worldwide Network, the leading worldwide outsourced technical production partner supporting premier content producers of live sports, entertainment, music and corporate events for over 30 years. The network provides shared infrastructure, resources, and capabilities across multiple regions.

Scale indicators22 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Arqiva: Arqiva operates broadcast transmission, satellite, and media services infrastructure across the UK, serving public and commercial broadcasters. It is a broader UK incumbent in broadcast infrastructure, overlapping with NEP Connect on satellite and media distribution.
• Tata Communications (Media Services): Tata Communications operates a global media network offering contribution, distribution, and managed broadcast connectivity to broadcasters and event producers. It is a broader incumbent peer in international broadcast fibre and media transport.

Direct peers

• Globecast: Globecast provides global satellite, fibre, and managed broadcast contribution and distribution services to broadcasters, sports federations, and event producers. It competes head-to-head with NEP Connect on hybrid fibre/satellite delivery for live sports and events worldwide.
• Telstra Broadcast Services: Telstra Broadcast Services provides global media networks, satellite, and managed connectivity to sports, news, and event broadcasters. It is a direct international peer in delivering hybrid connectivity and media services for live global events.
• BT Media & Broadcast: BT's media and broadcast division provides fibre and satellite connectivity to UK broadcasters, including contribution and distribution services. It is the most direct UK-headquartered competitor to NEP Connect's Anylive® fibre and managed broadcast connectivity offering.
• Encompass Digital Media: Encompass provides managed broadcast services including playout, content distribution, and satellite/fibre connectivity for broadcasters globally. Its service portfolio and customer base (broadcasters and content owners) overlap significantly with NEP Connect's Broadcast Services line.

Emerging players

• Vislink Technologies: Vislink provides wireless video contribution, satellite communications, and IP networking for live broadcast, sports, and public safety. It is a niche peer in the contribution/connectivity layer where NEP Connect also competes, particularly with SNG and uplink products.
• LiveU: LiveU provides mobile video transmission units (bonded cellular) and cloud-based live video solutions for news, sports, and event contribution. It is an emerging competitor and complement to traditional satellite and fibre contribution methods used by NEP Connect.
• Haivision: Haivision provides video contribution, encoding, and IP video transport solutions (SRT) for live broadcast, sports, and enterprise streaming. It competes with NEP Connect on the IP contribution and remote production workflow layer.
• AWS Elemental: AWS Elemental provides cloud-based video processing, encoding, and live streaming infrastructure. It is an emerging cloud-native alternative to NEP Connect's owned satellite/fibre contribution and remote production stack, representing a structural shift rather than direct equipment competition.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SIS_LIVE
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/SISLIVE1
• Facebookfacebook.com/NEPConnect
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nep-connect

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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