Mark Anderson
The United Kingdom is known for its thriving climate for startups in diverse sectors. One such burgeoning industry experiencing a wave of innovative startups is broadcasting. The following startups, all formulated in 2020 or later, are setting industry new standards and trends in the UK’s broadcasting sector. These companies are leveraging advanced technology, analytics, and unique products or services to revolutionise the industry, delivering contemporary broadcasting solutions that cater to today’s dynamic consumer need.
These startups not only represent the booming local entrepreneurship scene but also the wider global shift in the broadcasting industry, particularly the increasing focus on digital and cloud-based solutions as traditional broadcasting methods become less sustainable. Additionally, they exhibit the cross-industry interaction and integration within the UK startup landscape.
1. Auddy
Auddy, headquartered in London, England, is revolutionising the audio broadcasting industry. Founded by Andrew Craissati, Chris Ancliff, Cliff Plumer, and Howie Singer, Auddy supports podcast creators with editorial input, marketing, promotional services, data insights, and sales, compensating creators with a substantial royalty rate. Connect with them on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
2. urFeed
UrFeed, also based in London, operates in the broadcasting industry. Although there is limited information about their offerings or who the founders are, urFeed is contributing to the sector’s advancement. You can connect with them onLinkedIn and Twitter.
3. Turbine Studios
Turbine Studios, located in London, creates high-quality returning drama for U.K. broadcasters and global streaming platforms. Despite limited information about their founders, they have carved out a niche in video broadcasting and streaming.
4. Remote Filming
Remote Filming, another broadcasting startup based in London, takes film broadcasting internationally. You can follow their work on Facebook and LinkedIn.
5. Sea and Sky Pictures
Located in Hartlepool, Sea and Sky Pictures is an independent broadcasting company focusing on film and TV production. Track their works via Facebook and Twitter.
6. Tidze
Founded by Liam Mclaney and based in Lancaster, Lancashire, Tidze empowers creators with a secure live streaming platform to monetise their experiences. Connect with them on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
7. Laminar Global
Headquartered in London, Laminar Global is shaping the sector with their global, full-featured, OTT/Streaming Service. Co-founded by Kumar Shorav, Narendra Nag, Raheel Khursheed, and Tirthraj Singh, you can connect with them on Twitter and LinkedIn.
8. Virgin Media O2
Based in London, Virgin Media O2 offers a wide range of services, from managed connectivity and flexible work capabilities to 5G private networks and cloud solutions. Follow them on Twitter and LinkedIn.
9. People News Chronicle
Based in Colchester, Essex, and founded by Shivam Bangwal, People News Chronicle is a digital news platform providing global news coverage. They are on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
10. Teacher Hug Radio
Teacher Hug Radio, founded by Paul Dix, is an online radio station offering educational discussions. Connect with them on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
11. Brillband
Brillband, based in Glasgow City, offers an app-based broadband service built for fibre networks. The service optimises broadband performance based on individual usage profiles. They are on LinkedIn.
