VER, a leading, global provider of production equipment and engineering support,
recently announced that it completed its acquisition of Aurora Lighting Hire Ltd
(“Aurora’), the UK’s foremost lighting rental specialists for the television, broadcast
and entertainment media production industries. The acquisition represents the latest
step in VER’s strategic plan to expand its industry-leading lighting capabilities and
equipment inventory throughout the UK and Europe.

Steve Hankin, chief executive officer of VER said, “We are very excited to team
with Aurora, an industry-leading lighting rental house that offers the UK a boutique,
premier service. Over the next year, we will invest significantly to expand the
equipment offering and other resources to support the tremendous demand for their
service. The combination of Aurora’s knowledge and quality service with VER’s
broader product line will offer Aurora’s clients a truly one-of-a-kind resource.’

Nick Edwards, managing director of Aurora said, “VER is a global leader in the
provision of quality entertainment and broadcast media solutions and as such, is
perfectly positioned to provide the investment and support that will help grow
Aurora and ensure our clients have access to all they need to be successful.’

“I am delighted that Aurora is joining forces with VER. Combining the resources and
strengths of our companies has created an unbeatable team with a shared passion
for service and an incredible range of production solutions. I know this will be a
huge asset to myself and other freelance lighting designers, both now and for the
future,’ remarked Chris Rigby, founding director of Aurora.

Aurora will retain its name, staff and services with plans to move into a new, state-
of-the-art facility alongside VER. Aurora’s clients will immediately benefit from the
expanded capabilities offered by VER and a much more extensive inventory of
equipment.